March 05, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Eleanor R. (Andrejcak) Hecker, 85, of White Oak, died Tuesday, March 5, 2019. Eleanor was born April 9, 1933 in Duquesne and was the daughter of the late Stephan and Mary (Sabol) Andrejcak. She was wife of 31 years to the late Frederick W. "Bud" Hecker, Jr., who passed away June 25, 2018. Toots, as she was also known, graduated from Duquesne High School in 1951 and worked in retail sales at Kaufman's, Gimbel's and Sak's for over 40 years. Loving sales work, she was a friend and blessing to all. She was an active member of St. Angela Merici Parish and also lived in Naples and Celebration, Fl with her late husband Bud.
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March 04, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Virginia M. Nigro, 92, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 3, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 24, 1926 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Paul and Rose (Crystol) Beondy. She was the wife of the late John N. Nigro who passed away July 29, 2002. Virginia was a member of St. Robert Bellarmine Church and was proprietor of the former Nigro's Restaurant in North Versailles. Her business began from a small restaurant on Route 30 in North Huntingdon called LaDonna's. After outgrowing that establishment, she and her late husband, John Nigro, purchaesed the old L & B Dairy on 5th Avenue in North Versailles which then became Nigro's Restaurant in 1969.
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March 04, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
SHARON M. JUGAN age 61, of West Mifflin, she lost her courageous battle with metastatic breast cancer on March 1, 2019. Sharon is the daughter of Dorothy (Traud) Macioce of Munhall and the late Paul J. Jugan. Sharon was a data entry clerk for banking. She enjoyed bowling, crocheting, helping people clean their homes, and loved cats. Besides her mother, she is survived by her siblings, Sandy (Kenny) Kracinovsky of Bethel Park, Paul (Cindy) Jugan of Eagle River, AK, Vince Macioce of Beechview, and the late Michele Jugan; she is the girlfriend of David Bereznak of West Miffin. Visitation on Monday, March 11th and Tuesday, March 12th, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. At the MALOY- SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME , 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne. 412-466-3300, where a Blessing Service will be held on Wednesday, March 13th, at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, at 9:30 a.m. Reverend Thomas Lewandowski offciating. Burial will be in Holy Name Cemetery, West Miffin. Please omit flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society.
March 04, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
R. BLAINE WHITE age 80 of West Mifflin on March 2, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was a son of the late Richard E. and Mildred (Elwell) White. Blaine was a retired dispatcher for the Port Authority. He attended Christ The Light of the World Parish. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corps Reserves and in the Army. He coached Duquesne Little League Baseball, belonged to the Croation Club Bowling League, The WVW Family Golf Invitational, Marcic Family Poker Club, volunteered for the golf, picnic and Hoagie sales committees at the Christ The Light of the World Parish, the 1956 Duquesne High School Reunion Committee and was a groundskeeper at Holy Name Cemetery. He enjoyed golf with his sons and George, Jack and Tut. He also enjoyed going to the Meadows, the movies and his summer home at Canadohta Lake. Loving husband of 61 years to Margie (Vukelja) White; cherished father of Lawrence James (Sherry) White of North Huntingdon, David Scott White of Mt. Lebanon, Donna Marie (Douglas) Wilhoit of Fairfield Glade, TN and Richard (Michele) White of Monroeville; proud grandfather of Kristie Westerlund, Ashley (Chris) White, Richard White, Kelly Westerlund, Courtney Westerlund, Bailey White and Delaney White; great-grandfather of Logan Rager; brother of Judith Nyros of FL, Carol Trunzo of White Oak and Jack (Marlene) White of West Mifflin; broher-in-law of Stanley "Tut" (Marie) Vukelja of Charleroi; also his loving nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation Tuesday, March 5th from 6-9 p.m. and Wednesday, March 6th , 2-9 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held Thursday, March 7th at 9:30 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 10 a.m., Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating, followed by presentation of Military Honors.
March 03, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Lester D. McManigle, Jr., 65, of Elizabeth Township, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, March 2, 2019. He was born July 4, 1953 in Chicago, IL., and was the son of the late Lester D. McManigle, Sr., and the late Dolores (Killacky) McManigle. Lester was retired from Tube City IMS and was a member of the United Steelworker's.
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March 03, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
James G. Cordis, age 82, of Irwin, formerly of McKeesport, died March 2, 2019, at UPMC McKeesport. Born December 14, 1936, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George and Olga (Vourlos) Cordis and the husband of Beverly (Mrvos) Cordis, for over 62 years.
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March 02, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
James W. West, age 61, of North Huntingdon, passed away on Wednesday February 27, 2019. He was born November 16, 1957 in Columbia, South Carolina, a son of Harold and Roselaine West. He worked for over 38 years as a Quality Inspector for Bombardier in West Mifflin. He was a proud Eagle Scout and an avid Pittsburgh sports fan that loved the Pittsburgh Penguins. He is preceded in death by his sister-in-law Bonnie Sandstrom. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of over 34 years Judith West; daughter Kayla (Rooney) Jordan of North Huntingdon; granddaughter Melody Jordan; sister Cynthia (Joseph) Cindric ; brother Brian (Janis) West; in-laws John and Sandra Gray; sister-in-law Deborah (Kevin) Malone; brother-in-law Kenneth (Christina) Gray and Ronald (Jeannine) Gray; and many nieces and nephews.
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March 02, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
William E. Marsh, 74, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday February 27, 2019. He was born April 5, 1944 in McKeesport, a son of the late John and Elizabeth “Betty” (Lessa) Marsh and was also preceded in death by a sister Carol Danielson. Bill was an Air Force veteran and a retired employee of Beckwith Machinery Co., Murrysville. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Irwin, East McKeesport Lodge, 765, F. & A.M., and Irwin Country Club. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with family. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Mary Jane (George) Marsh; his daughter Debbie Polczynski and her husband Drew of North Huntingdon; his granddaughters Magen and Mara Polczynski; siblings David J. Marsh and his wife Cheryl and Deanna Plecko and her husband Stephen; brothers and sister in law John Danielson and Debbie and Tom Kennell; also nieces and nephews.
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March 02, 2019 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Charles M. Roman, 30, of West Homestead, died suddenly February 28, 2019 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in Pittsburgh, August 29, 1988, he was the son of Charles W. and Robin (Dumas) Roman. Mr. Roman was an employee of G.N.C. Wellness, an avid hunter and fisherman. He was also committed to fitness, health and well-being. He is survived by his loving parents, a brother, Anthony Roman, his maternal grandfather, Harry W. Dumas, his paternal grandmother, Yvonnie (Fullard) Roman and several Aunts, Uncles and cousins.
Private Family services will take place in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home Inc., 828 Richford St., Duquesne.
March 02, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Rosella Irene Fichera, age 100, of Elizabeth, formerly of West Mifflin, died March 1, 2019, at Grandview Estates of Elizabeth. Born June 22, 1918, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Felix and Stella (Sabella) Giganti and the wife of the late Thomas S. Fichera.
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March 02, 2019 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Irene H. Miller, 92, of Glassport died Sunday March 2, 2019. She is the daughter of the late Alexander and Constance (Powichrowski) Matusky. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband George Miller and sister Genevieve Adams. She is survived by her son Kevin Miller and many nieces and nephews. Irene was a retired bank teller, was member of Queen of the Rosary Parish where she worked for many years and was also a member of the choir, and a member of the Glassport Senior Citizen's Center. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
March 02, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Eugene P. Zurawski, of North Huntingdon, died March 2, 2019. He was born October 6, 1933 in McKees Rocks, Pa., a son of the late Boleslaw and Petronela Zurawski. Eugene was a veteran of the US Army and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Brother of the late Henry, Alfred and Edward Zurawski; sisters, Chestera Novosel and Josephine Zurawski. Beloved husband of Terzina Guaragna Zurawski. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Monday from 2-6 p.m. Mass Tuesday 11 a.m., St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 02, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Gary N.Pollock, age 75, of West Newton and formerly of Elizabeth, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at home. He was a retired coke department clerk at U.S. Steel Clairton Works and a former union grievance steward. He was a U.S. Army veteran and served during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed collecting antiques, woodworking, drinking coffee, watching Rocky and Rambo movies, and spending time with family and his grandkids.
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March 01, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
James Albert Laverick, age 70 of Port Vue passed away peacefully Thursday evening, February 28, 2019 at McKeesport Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 20, 1948, the son of the late Blaine Gillespie Laverick and Grace Ellen Trainer. He was a long-time resident of the Clairton area and a 1966 graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers and sisters; Ronald Edward, Margaret “Peg” Elizabeth McIntosh, Larry Blaine, Patricia “Patty” Arlene, and Harold “Butch” Clifford.
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March 01, 2019 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home
Carolyn Jean (Wiland) Mihaljevic, beloved wife of the late Joseph Edward Mihaljevic, went home to the Lord February 27, 2019. She was a resident of Fairport, New York, spent her winters in Jensen Beach, Florida and formerly a long-time resident of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. Born May 4, 1933, she was the loving daughter of the late Dorothy Pearl (Morris) Wiland and Norman Russell Wiland and sister of the late Donald Wayne Wiland. Carolyn is survived by her loving children Joseph (Michele) Mihaljevic, Linda (Michael) Bogesdorfer, Kathy (Andy) Mosso, Richard (Lorrie) Mihaljevic, Thomas (Mary) Mihaljevic, and James (Elizabeth) Mihaljevic; also survived by 14 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Carolyn lived a full life as a wonderful, loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her most prized possession was her family and loved travelling for visits, handing down cooking recipes and lessons to create a treasure chest of memories. In her spare time she loved to crochet, cook, travel, read and do puzzles.
She was an active participant at the Perinton Senior Recreation Center exercise programs, crochet club and senior choir. Carolyn was a member of the Church of the Assumption Catholic Church in Fairport, NY where she participated in the Sunday breakfast club, and the card ministry - writing cards to those in need of words of encouragement.
Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne, Sun., March 10, 2019 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. A funeral blessing will be held Mon., March 11, 2019 10:30 am in the funeral home with Father Tom Lewandowski. Interment following St. Joseph Cemetery.
