March 02, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Arnold, “Arnie” Earnest Mattes 76, of Clairton, formerly of Jefferson Borough passed away on Monday, March 2, 2020 at St. Clair Hospital in Pittsburgh. Arnold was born in McKeesport on May 13, 1943 to the late Viola Edwards and Edward, Mattes. Arnold is survived by his son Lance (Judy) Mattes of Bethel park and his granddaughter Ashley Mattes. He is also survived by his two sisters Donna Kettish of Orlando Florida and Karen (Jeff) Dowd of Orlando Florida. He was a member of the Masons in Pleasant Hills at the F&AM lodge, the Syria Shrine, and he also attended the Lebanon Presbyterian Church. Arnold was a Project Engineer at the local #5 where he was employed for most of his life. One of his favorite things to do in his down time was listen to oldies music. Family and friends will be received on Wednesday March 4, 2020 from 2-4pm, and 6-8pm at the S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral home on Thursday March 5, 2020 at 11am to be followed by interment at the Lebanon Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the Syria Shrine at 1877 Shriners Way, Cheswick PA, 15024. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Judith (Judy) H. Burk, an award-winning University of Pittsburgh graphic designer, successful sports memorabilia entrepreneur and dedicated church leader, died Wednesday, Feb. 26.
The Sewickley Twp. resident was 75.
Judy’s passing ended a four-year courageous, dignified quest to overcome the effects of a medical procedure that left her almost completely paralyzed. She died in the arms of John Burk, her husband of 45 years, in the presence of Bob Green, her pastor.
Although Judy always considered herself a native Pittsburgher, she was born on Aug. 10, 1944, in Long Beach, CA. Her father, a recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, was a U.S. Army Air Corps pilot stationed there. Her mother was a homemaker. In 1962, Judy graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School near Pittsburgh, then attended Carnegie Tech for one year, and earned a degree at Pittsburgh’s Ivy School of Professional Art.
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March 02, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Edward Anthony Scarpari Jr., age 51, of Tours, France, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2020. A 1986 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, he attended Muskingum College and graduated from Ambassador College in 1993 and the University of Pittsburgh in 2005. He taught English as a Second Language in France, was the author of two books, and enjoyed running. Born November 29, 1968, he was a son of Edward and Brenda Marlene (Snyder) Scarpari of Elizabeth. In addition to his parents he is survived by his daughters, Margot and Madeleine, his fiancée, Sophie Caplat and her daughters, Lucille, Garance and Suzanne, all of Tours, France; brothers, Tony (Debbie) Scarpari of Castle Shannon and Adrian (Jamie) Scarpari of Baldwin; nieces, Rianna (Alec) Scarpari, and Julia and Naomi Scarpari; nephews, Michael and Brandon Rickerd, and Connor and Braeden Flynn; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. There will be no memorials per his request. Local arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John "Jack" Druga Jr., 94, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020. He was born January 11, 1926 in Duquesne, a son of the late John and Susan (Homol) Druga. Prior to his retirement, Jack was a production coordinator for Westinghouse and a veteran of the US Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Agnes Parish, Emerald Club, a lifetime member of the VFW Post 781 and belonged to two bowling leagues. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Mary Druga; brother, Edward Druga; and sister, Agnes Druga. He is survived by his son, Larry Druga and his wife, Cindy; daughters, Christine Garlow and her husband, Richard, Barbara Eager and her husband, Jack; grandchildren, Michael Garlow, Lynn Eager, Aaron Eager, Miranda Druga, Camden Druga; and great-grandchild, Mackenzie Garlow. Family and friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. on Friday in St. Agnes Church with Msgr. Paul Fitzmaurice officiating. Interment to follow in Westmoreland County Memorial Park. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2020 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Dorothy T. (Terek) Valencik, age 94, of Glassport, died February 28, 2020. She is the daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Yevchak) Terek. She is the beloved wife of the late Edward A. Valencik, “Mr V.”; children, Elaine (Samuel) DeMarco, Ron (Claudia) Valencik, Janine (Angelo Norelli) Valencik and Linda (Bob) Dzialowski; grandchildren, Emily (Dave) Kelly, Elise DeMarco, Julia (David) Callahan, Luke Urbanski, Zachery (Victoria Davis) Urbanski, Lauren Dzialowski, Megan Dzialowski, Erin Dzialowski and John Dzialowski; great-grandchildren, Hawthorne Kelly, Asher Kelly, Ailee Callahan, Dorothy Callahan, and Selah Callahan. The sixth of eight children, Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Edward, and all siblings: Sister Mary Josephine VSC, John (Nancy) Terek, Helen (William) Ogurchak, Pauline (Michael) Hrehocik, Michael Terek, Mildred “Millie” (Joseph) Mongelluzzo and Frank Terek. Dorothy was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish, a member of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers, and bowled with the Glassport Women's Bowling League. Dorothy was an incredible baker and everyone loved her delicious Nut Rolls. Most of all, Dorothy dedicated her life to taking care of her family and she will be missed by everyone. Friends received at WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME, Glassport, Sunday, 2 to 6. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday in Queen of the Rosary Church. Entombment following at New St. Joseph Cemetery joining her beloved husband Edward.
March 01, 2020 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Pamela J. Kavalukas, 70 passed away on January 29, 2020 at the Riverside Care Center after a long illness. She was born in McKeesport the daughter of the late Peter and Catherine Kavalukas. Besides her parents she was predeceased her brother Gregory. She is survived by her sister Roberta Simeral and close friend Nancy Halt.
Friends are welcome to a memorial gathering on Wednesday March 4,2020 in the activities room At the Riverside Care Center 100 8th Ave. McKeesport Pa. at 2:00 pm a blessing service will follow. Inurnment will be at a later date. Arrangments are under the care of the William H. Craig Funeral Home, McKeesport,Pa.
February 29, 2020 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
James A. Dunn, 84, of North Huntingdon, died Friday, February 28, 2020 at Forbes Hospital. He was born July 21, 1935 in Rillton, Pa., a son of the late William and Tibetha Johns Dunn. James was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. He loved telling stories about his past. He loved working outside and gardening. He was so proud of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. They were the love of his life. he was retired from the trucking industry, a member of the American Legion and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force having served four years. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Paul, Daniel, Bill, Doris, Margaret, Gladys, and John. He is survived by his beloved wife Rosemary Parry Dunn, children, Peggy Cook (Bruce), Jill Peters (Jay), Jennifer Novotny (Robert), grandchildren, Dr. Allan Brown (Ashley), Mark Brown (Katie), Nicole Conforti (Bill), Carly Bishop (Michael), Jaynee Casteel (Trevor), Emily Brown, Jackie Cook, Sarah Pullar (Edward), Anthony Novotny, great grandchildren, Adelle, Kellan, Sunnie, Jack, Luke, Olivia, Nikayla, Jacob, Charlotte, Molly, Noah, Charlie, Oliver. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Monday from 5-8 p.m. A Blessing service will be held Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. with Monsignor Paul Fitzmaurice officiating. Memorials may be made to Rescue 8. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
February 29, 2020 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Anthony G. "Duke" Alfer, age 74, of McKeesport, died February 27, 2020, at UPMC McKeesport. Born October 4, 1945, he was the son of the late Joseph and Marie (Kandcer) Alfer and the husband of Amy (Webster) Alfer for over 24 years.
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February 28, 2020 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Carmella Ferraro, age 93 and formerly of Clairton, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020 in Overlook Green Senior Living in Whitehall. Born June 23, 1926 in Italy, she was a daughter of the late Angelo and Domenica (Capolupo) Ferraro. A member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Clairton, Carmella retired from the billing department at US Steel Clairton Works. In her spare time, she loved to travel, paint, and downhill ski. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Rose Curinga and Andrew, Joseph, and Frank Ferraro. She is survived by nieces and nephews.
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February 28, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Michael Andy “Sam” Pavlocsak, 96, of Elizabeth, formerly of Clairton, passed away at home on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. He was born in Glassport to the late Mr. and Mrs. Michael Pavlocsak on April 17, 1923. Michael was the loving husband to the late Helen Hall “Fig” Pavlocsak. He is survived by nieces; Etta Maitland of Concord, CA, Karen, Carol, and Anita, nephews; Edward E. Gilmore, M.D., of Bar Harbor, ME, and Michael, niece in-law Carol Gilmore of Virginia, and friend and caregiver Marie Papula. Michael was preceded in death by his wife Helen, and nephew Harry Gilmore. He was a member of the Wilson Presbyterian Church, and the Wilson Civic Group. Michael enjoyed Pittsburgh Sports, loved dogs, most notably Poochie and Bubba, and he loved and was loved by his family and friends. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday, March 3rd from 9am-11am at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. A service will take place at the funeral home at 11:00am on Tuesday to be followed by interment at West Newton Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
February 28, 2020 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Elizabeth Gail Wall, 82, of Versailles, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020. She was born May 23, 1937 in Connellsville and was the daughter of the late Percy and Margaret (Showman) Harshman. She was the wife of the late George martin and Archibald Wall. She was a member of the Christy Park United Methodist Church and had previously worked at the former Zayre's and Ames in Versailles.
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February 27, 2020 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Helen R. (Spynda) Rozzo, 96, of Duquesne, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born January 7, 1924, in McKees Rocks, Mrs. Rozzo was a member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Roman Catholic Church in Pleasant Hills.
Loving wife of the late Frank J. Rozzo Sr., she is survived by two sons, Frank J Rozzo Jr. of Brookline and John "Jack" Rozzo and his wife Sheila of Duquesne, five grandchildren, John, Charlie, Gregory, Amber and Ashley and six great grandchildren, Lilyanna, Sydney, Anthony, Isabella, Adrianna, and Darrion. Mrs. Rozzo was also preceded in death by a brother, Peter Spynda and two sisters, Nancy Noe and Patricia Ledwich.
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February 27, 2020 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Gloria Jean Wright, age 53, of McKeesport, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2020. She was born to Rosemary Wright on July 18, 1966.
Gloria attended McKeesport Area High School, DeVry University where she received her B.S. in Accounting, Keller Graduate School of Business, where she received her M.S. in Human Resources, and Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management.
Gloria recently worked as a claims processor for University Hospital in OH. Gloria also worked for United Healthcare for 28 years.
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February 27, 2020 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Charlene A. Steele, age 70 of McKeesport, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on February 27, 2020. She was born on January 20, 1950 to the late Charles E. and Ann Stinson McLaughlin. An inspiring woman, Charlene enjoyed raising her family and spending as much time with her grandchildren as possible. She was a long-time member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, Corpus Christi Church, White Oak American Legion Post #701, and the McKeesport Amvets Post #8.
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February 27, 2020 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Mary Sue Parks O’Dell, 58, of Glassport passed away on Thursday February 27,2020 at Canterbury Place in Pittsburgh. She was born in Rome New York on March 27, 1961 to the late Olive Phillips Parks and Arthur Parks. Mary was the loving wife of 33 years to the late David Anthony O’Dell. She is survived by her daughters Jennifer L. (Fernand) O’Dell of Glassport, Lisa (Justin) O’Dell of North Versailles and her son Steven Parks of Glassport. She is also survived by her three brothers Arthur Parks of Rome N.Y, Michael Parks of Rome N.Y, and Wayne Parks of Rome N.Y as well as her two sisters Janice Parks of Rome N.Y and Lisa Parks of Rome N.Y She was a member of the Lutheran Church, and enjoyed computer games, crochet, chicken wings and coffee. Services have been entrusted to E.C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Ave, Glassport, PA 15045. Inurnment will take place later to be announced. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
