June 02, 2020 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Wendell H. Campbell, 91, of North Huntingdon, died Friday May 29, 2020. He was born February 24, 1929 in Filbert, a son of the late Clyde M. and Mabel Luellen (Miller) Campbell.
Wendell was a graduate of Redstone High School, served in the Army during the Korean Conflict, and retired as a maintenance supervisor for Bell Atlantic after over 37 years’ service. He was a member First United Methodist Church, Irwin where he sang in the chancel choir and was a member of the Methodist Men and the Happy Methodists. He was also a member of Shidle Lodge 601, F. & A. M., Irwin, and a longtime member of the Men’s Prayer Fellowship and the Bell Telephone Pioneers. He also tuned pianos for many years.
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June 02, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Krystian Andrew McDonnell, 23, of Duquesne died tragically in a fire at his home on Friday, May 29, 2020.
Mr. McDonnell was born February 24, 1997, in Pittsburgh. The son of Terrence McDonnell and Barbara Vamos McDonnell. Mr. McDonnell was an employee in the custodial department of Duquesne School District.
He is survived by his beloved mother, Barbara and her fiance, Dedris Davis, his father, Terrence and his wife Lasaun, a sister, Cassandra McDonnell, Paternal Grandparents, Dale and Anntionette Miller McDonnell, Aunt, Shelly (Scott) Witkowski, Godparents, Roxanne Clark and Thomas Ambrose, a niece Arya Bisgoni, and cousins, Cameron and Conner Witkowski.
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June 02, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Willie Lou Lewis, 78, died May 28, 2020.
Daughter of Ella Smith and the late Willie Smith, she was born May 16, 1942, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Affectionately known as Lou Lou, was a caring and loving person. She loved to cook and one of her favorite pastimes was playing bingo.
A woman of faith, Willie Lou was a member of St. Luke Baptist Church for many years. She sang on the choir and was an usher, the gatekeeper for the house of the Lord. On May 28, 2020, Willie Lou passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was also preceded in death by her late husband Edward J. Lewis and brother Johnnie Smith.
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June 01, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mark Brian Ethridge, age 48, of McKeesport, died on Saturday, May 30, 2020. He was born in McKeesport on February 21, 1972 and is the son of Donald and Linda DelSignore Ethridge of McKeesport. He was an accomplished plasterer/stucco finisher for many construction jobs in the area. In 1983, Mark was the Soap Box Derby Champion in the annual McKeesport competition.
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June 01, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Robin A. Payo, age 62 of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Born August 7, 1957, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Jerome "Aryln" and Barbara (Davis) Laffey. She was a waitress for many years at Ciccanti's and enjoyed spending Saturday nights watching scary movies with her grandchildren. Robin is survived by her daughters Heather (Eugene Colclaser) Payo and Barbara (Gerry Cope) Payo both of Clairton; grandchildren Justin and Jessica Colclaser and Dylan, Jayden, Jackson, and Aria Alice Cope; step-grandchildren Gerry III and Christopher Cope; brother Joseph (Christina) Laffey of Jefferson Hills; and nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, Robin was preceded in death by her sister Darlene Theobald.
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June 01, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Gary H. Huston, age 67, of McKeesport, died May 31, 2020, at Select Specialty Hospital McKeesport. Born June 18, 1952, he was the son of the late Clarence and Charlene (Johnson), Huston.
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June 01, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Dorothy M. Pfoff, 98, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Homestead and North Braddock, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2020 at her home. She was born March 20, 1922 in Homestead. Dorothy was a member of St. Agnes Parish and enjoyed cooking and taking care of her pets. She was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Pfoff; brothers, Laverne and Albert Abels; and daughter-in-law, Rosella Pfoff. She is survived by her sons, William Pfoff, Richard Pfoff; daughter, Karen Milko and her husband, Robert; grandchildren, Robert (Jen) Milko, Ryan (Tara) Milko and Stephanie (John) Novotnak; and great-grandchildren, Brianna (Jesse), Lily, Max, and Owen. Services are private. The family would like to thank Promise Hospice for all their compassionate care they gave Dorothy. And a very special thank you to Michelle from Transitions for her honesty to the family. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 31, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Cheryl Lynn Clawson, 57, of Bunola, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2020 at home. She was born March 24, 1963 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Charles R. and JoAnne (Matz) Clawson. She is survived by her sister, Jackie (Stephen) Slinski of McKeesport, brothers, Richard (Cindy) Clawson of West Jefferson Hills, and Robert J. (Beth Ann) Clawson and Charles D. (Julie) Clawson of Bunola and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by brothers, Dale and Ronald Clawson. There is no visitation. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
May 31, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Doreen Anne Tedrick, age 85, of McKeesport, died Thursday, May 28, 2020. She was born in Hull, Yorkshire, England on August 25, 1934 and is the daughter of the late John and Joyce (Braithwaite) Price. She is the wife of the late Charles B. Tedrick, Jr.
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May 30, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Lorraine J. (Marcus) Babyak, age 76, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020 in Jefferson Hospital. She was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Twp., a former lunch aid at Elizabeth Elementary School and she was an avid Steelers fan. She loved spending time with her family, never missed an episode of The Young & the Restless, and also loved cats. Born October 4, 1943 in Glassport, she was a daughter of the late Stephen and Nellie (Boczar) Marcus. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Irwin “Butch” Babyak; daughter, Cheryl (Gregg) Maley of Elizabeth Twp.; sons, Michael Babyak of Baldwin and Joseph Babyak of Wilmington, NC; grandchildren, Bobby and Troy Maley and Samantha and Taylor Babyak; great-grandchildren, Jude Maley and Lacey Babyak; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Eleanor Wirbicki and brothers, Jim and Stephen Marcus. No visitation is planned. Private graveside service in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
May 30, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
John Francis Remetta 76, of Monroeville, formerly of Glassport, passed away peacefully on Friday May 29, 2020 at his home. He was born in Glassport on January 2nd, 1944 to the late John J. Remetta and Regina Yeash Remetta. John is survived by his brother James E. Remetta of Glassport and his nieces Regina Remetta of Pocono Mountain, and Jennifer Brown of Altoona, nephews, Loren (Noel) Remetta, and Timothy (Pam) Brown of Yadley, PA, as well as his great niece Caroline and great nephews Mateo, and Rafael Remetta, and brother-in-law Donald Brown of Yardley, PA. John was preceded in death by his sister Clementine Brown. He was a member of the Queen of The Rosary Church in Glassport. John’s favorite things to do were to play volleyball, and racquet ball as well as follow his nephew Loren’s successful ice hockey career at Penn State University. He was an avid follower of all Pittsburgh professional sports teams. John was a huge health food fanatic and took great pride in his own health and wellbeing. He was a proud uncle and great uncle and loved his family dearly.
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May 30, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Darlene J. Winkler, 71, of Irwin, passed away Friday, May 29, 2020 at her home. She was born March 3, 1949 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late George and Betty (Rylatt) Warren. Prior to her retirement, Darlene was a home healthcare registered nurse and enjoyed traveling. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two sisters, Donna and Marsha. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Ralph Winkler; son, Steve Winkler; daughters, Deann Hays, Darcy Peer and her husband, Dennis; grandchildren, Christopher, Collin, Michael, Kari, Kylee, AnnaBelle; great-granddaughter, Alexis; sisters, Gail Hart, Charlotte Kennedy and Bonnie Caldwell. Services are private. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. Donations may be made to the Lupus Foundation of America in memory of Darlene. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 30, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Thomas J. Eddy, 95, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 11, 1924 in Republic and was the son of the late Samuel G. and Minnie (Obertots) Eddy. He was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Township, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Versailles Croatian Club. He graduated from McKeesport High School in 1942 and served in the Navy during WWII. He graduated from the Sonar Training Station in Key West, FL, and earned a second class petty officer rating as a Sonar Man. He served on the USS Bates at Normandy, Iwo Jima, and survived the ship's sinking at Okinawa. He was active in Sports with the Crimson and 3rd Ward Bulldog football teams, several softball clubs and as a McKeesport Umpire's Association umpire. He retired from US Steel Duquesne Works in 1984. He is survived by his wife, Margaret (Regosh) Eddy. They were married in St. Peter and Paul Church in Duquesne and enjoyed 72 years of happiness together in a wonderful marriage.
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May 29, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Susan M. Sabol, 67, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Redstone Highlands, North Huntingdon. She was born May 18, 1953 in Braddock, a daughter of the late John and Pauline (Mehalik) Lesko. Susan was a graduate of both Norwin Sr. High School and Edinboro University and was a member of St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church. Prior to her retirement, Susan was a teacher at Stewartsville Elementary School for 30 years and touched the lives of many students. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, John Sabol Jr.; brother, John Lesko and his wife, Christine; and sister, Janet Elias. The family would like to thank the staff of Redstone Highlands for their care and compassion during Susan's three year stay. Services are private. Arrangements were made by the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. Memorials may be made to St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church, North Huntingdon or the Alzheimer's Association. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 29, 2020 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy Webber, age 94, of McKeesport, died May 26, 2020. She is survived by children, Wayne (Mary) Webber, Bruce Webber, Jeanne Orlando, Judy Ruder and Tom (Luisa) Webber; she is also survived by grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by children, Glenn, Linda, and Mora, and grandchildren, Cory Ruder and Terry. Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday from 12-2 p.m. Inurnment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Due to the current CDC restrictions, only 25 people are permitted in the funeral home at one time. All visitors must wear a mask upon arriving. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com
