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Ricky Donald Goehring

March 10, 2019 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

Ricky Donald Goehring, 54, of McKeesport, Pa., passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the home of his loving parents, Norma and Bob Goehring.  Ricky was employed at the US Postal Service, North Side, Pittsburgh for 30 years and was a graduate of Norwin Senior High School Class of '82.  He enjoyed trips to the beach, bicycle riding and working around his house.  He is survived by his parents, Bob and Norma Goehring; daughter, Rachel Goehring;  brother, Randy Goehring and his wife, Mary; niece, Julie; and Godson, Zachary and his wife, Rebecca.  Family and friends will gather at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday, March 20, 2019  from 6-7 p.m.  Ricky was a loving son, brother and father and will be missed beyond words. We all love you Ricky.  Till we meet again.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


David P. Lang, Sr.

March 09, 2019 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

David P. Lang, Sr., age 79, of Liberty Borough, died March 8, 2019, at UPMC McKeesport. Born November 8, 1939, in Aliquippa, PA, he was the son of the late, Lesley Park and Ethel (Coleman) Lang and the husband of Gwen (Hardesty) Lang, for over 53 years.

 
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Patricia L. Reno

March 09, 2019 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Patricia L. Reno, age 88, of West Mifflin, formerly of McKeesport, died March 8, 2019, at Grandview Estates of Elizabeth. Born September 16, 1930, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Grace (Edwards) Tabler and the wife of the late Peter A. Reno.

 
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Robert "Bobby" Francis Johns, Jr.

March 08, 2019 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

Robert "Bobby" Francis Johns, Jr., 36, of Glassport, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2019. He was born May 4, 1982 in McKeesport and was the son of Robert Francis Johns, Sr., and Lee Ann (Atkins) Johns of Elizabeth Township. Bobby was a carpenter and worked for Export Crate and Boxing in Glassport. He was an outdoorsman and loved being around rivers and fishing. He was also an avid Steelers fan. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his daughter, Riley Johns of White Oak, sister, Jillian (Vincent) Monti of Baldwin, brother, Jesse (Lauren) Johns of West Mifflin, grandmother, Patricia Atkins of Baldwin, and nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life 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

 


Margaret Sporio

March 08, 2019 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Margaret Sporio, age 103 of Jefferson Hills, passed away at home on Friday, March 8, 2019.  Born May 12, 1915 in Clairton, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Helen Berchok. 

 
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Janet M. McCarthy

March 08, 2019 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

With hearts full of sorrow, we announce the loss of our Janey on Thursday, March 7, 2019. Janet M. (Kerber) McCarthy, age 73, of Mt. Lebanon, passed away at home surrounded by family and close friends from complications of breast cancer - a five-year challenge that she met with amazing courage and grace.

 
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Dorothy H. (Yoncheff) Stanley

March 07, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Dorothy H. (Yoncheff) Stanley, age 82, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019. She was born November 8, 1936 in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Boris and Julia Yoncheff. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Francis “Sonny” Stanley Jr.; and sisters Barbara Pauley and Evelyn Bartko. She is survived by her children James (Joani Reischel) Stanley of Parker Colorado, Dean (Karen) Stanley of Newton Falls, Ohio and Sandra Bertani of Irwin; and grandchildren Dante and Brooke Bertani and Julianna Stanley.
 
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George L. Glagola

March 07, 2019 |

By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home

George L. Glagola, 74, of North Huntingdon passed away Thursday, March 7, 2019 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  He was born January 7, 1945 in Wilmington, DE, a son of the late George and Blanche (Nicholas) Glagola.  Prior to his retirement, George was a slicing technician for Verizon and a member of St. Agnes Parish.  He enjoyed playing softball, basketball and volleyball, and enjoyed listening to oldies music.  He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Virginia Logesky Glagola; son, George Glagola; daughters, Gia Sanders and her husband, Jay, Kristen Wassel; grandchildren, Caden and Sarah; and lifetime friend, Jim Barry.  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.  A funeral service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with Msgr. Paul Fitzmaurice officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Anne Home, Greensburg.  The family would like to thank Allegheny Healthcare Hospice for their loving care and compassion they provided for George and also for all the love and support they received from family and friends during this difficult time.  www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

 


Richard E. "Rick" Galley

March 07, 2019 |

By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory

Richard E. "Rick" Galley, age 68, of Port Vue, died February 28, 2019, at home. Born June 15, 1950, in McKeesport, he was the son of Elmer Galley and the late Dolores (Woodworth) Galley and the husband of Judie (Belcher) Galley.

 
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Thomas L. Sloss

March 06, 2019 |

By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home

Thomas L. Sloss age 88 of Duquesne, formerly of West Mifflin on March 5, 2019. Son of the late Edward and Violet (Morgan) Sloss. Tom was retired from US Steel Homestead Works as an inspector. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. Husband of the late Helen (Lancos) Sloss; father of the late Thomas W. Sloss; predeceased by brothers, Charles (survived by his wife, Juanita), Russell, Edward, Robert, John “Jack”, Ronald and William Sloss. Memorial visitation on Friday, March 8, 2019 from 1-7 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300, where his funeral service will be held at 4 p.m., Pastor John Gropp officiating. Private entombment on Monday, will be at Mt. Vernon Cemetery with Military Honors.

 
 


David Edward Shutts

March 06, 2019 |

By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory

David Edward Shutts, 82, of Christy Park, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019. He was born August 30, 1936 in New Castle and was the son of the late Floyd R. and Kathryn Mae (Parker) Shutts. He was the husband of the late Dolores (Ayers) Shutts who passed away February 26, 2007. David was retired from the former US Steel Duquesne Works and was a US Army Veteran. He is survived by his sons, David E. Shutts, II., of Export and Daniel (Vince) Shutts of Elizabeth, brother, Wayne " Floyd" Shutts of Dravosburg, 3 grandsons and a great-grandson, a niece and 2 nephews. There is no visitation. 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

 


Jamie Lynn Reitz

March 06, 2019 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Jamie Lynn Reitz, age 28, of Lincoln Borough, formerly of McKeesport, died March 3, 2019, at Allegheny General Hospital. Born June 8, 1990, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Thomas A. and Christine (Sandin) Reitz.

 
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Ernest (Herky) Carey Sr.

March 06, 2019 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Ernest (Herky) Carey Sr., 84, died March 4, 2019. He was born April 5, 1934. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. March 8 at First Baptist Church of West Mifflin, 3427 Cypress St., where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. March 9. Interment will follow at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Rd., Bridgeville. Funeral arrangements are in charge of Tunie Funeral Home, Inc.

 


Sue Ann (Gobbel) O’Brien

March 06, 2019 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Sue Ann (Gobbel) O’Brien, age 79, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully at Concordia of Ridgewood Sunday, March 3, 2019. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years Dennis M. O’Brien. She was born in McKeesport on March 5, 1939 along with her identical twin sister Sandra Dee Danielson. They were known in McKeesport as “The Gobbel Twins”. They both graduated from McKeesport High School and were inseparable. It was common for people to mistake one for the other, which they both enjoyed. Sue Ann took great joy in caring for her husband and three children. She was competitive, athletic and stayed active throughout her life. She became a very good golfer in her 50’s and played as often as she could while battling Alzheimer’s.
 
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Vincent D. Giansante

March 06, 2019 |

By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory

Vincent D. Giansante, age 67 of Clairton, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2019 in Lawson's Nursing Home in Jefferson Hills.  Born July 9, 1951 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Antonio and Catherine W. (Sgroi) Giansante.  

 
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