May 19, 2019 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Robert E. Hester III, 66, of McKeesport, died Friday, May 17, 2019 at Kane Regional Center, McKeesport. Born in McKeesport on March 23, 1953, he was the son of the late Robert Emmett and Martha Minteer Hester II. Bob was preceded in death by his sister, Mary C. Hester and is survived by cousins. He was a member of Corpus Christi Church and a graduate of McKeesport Area High School. Friends will be received in the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 on Friday, May 24, 2019 from 6-8 PM, followed by a memorial service in the funeral home at 8:00 PM.
May 19, 2019 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
Arlene Gland Elias, 82, of White Oak, died Friday, May 17, 2019. Born in the Bronx, NY on July 8, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Max and Ethel Weintraub Gland. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Sherman E. Elias, and by daughters, Ruth (Jacob) Gordon of Seattle, WA and Mimi (Mitch) Maizlech of Pittsburgh. She was The Nana to Naomi (Aryeh) Ho, Aaron Gordon, Shui Maizlech, Sammy Maizlech, Sarah Baila Gordon, and the late David Menachem Gordon. Great grandmother of Meir Ho and Dovid Simcha Ho, she is also survived by sisters, Claire Iszauk of McKeesport and Rosalie Opall of Uniontown. A service will be held Monday, May 20, 2019 at 11:00 AM in the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 with Rabbi Moshe Russell officiating. Interment will follow in the New Gemilas Chesed Cemetery. The family suggests contributions to the Congregation Gemilas Chesed, 1400 Summit Street, White Oak, PA 15131.
May 18, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Benny Norris, 92, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, departed this life on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 in AHN Jefferson Hospital.
He was born March 27, 1927 in Ensley, AL, son of the late Yancey Norris, Sr. and Rose Watson Norris Talley. Benny was also preceded in death by siblings, Yancey Norris, Jr., Martha Norris-Hudson, Nelson Norris, and grandson, Russell Gallaway.
He was a member of Morning Start Baptist Church of Clairton and retired from US Steel. Benny was also a proud United States Army veteran, who served during World War II.
Surviving are his wife, Bessie Jean Norris of Pittsburgh; three children, Sandra (Roger) Norris-Stone of Lithonia, GA, Benny Norris, Jr. of Cleveland, OH, Alysa Norris-Hammons of San Francisco, CA; three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
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May 18, 2019 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
On May 15, 2019 the Lord swiftly and suddenly came and took Ryan Daniel Malady, age 43, of Gibsonia, to be with Him in Heaven.
He leaves behind his loving wife, Dana Giugliano Malady and his precious children Michael, Juliana, and Mia. Also survived by his parents, Sue (Sorg) and Dan Malady, his loving mother & father in-law Debbie (Pampena) and Tony Giugliano, brother in-law Anthony (Laura McCauley) Giugliano, niece and nephew Annabelle & Liam Giugliano and the many others who have loved him and will miss him.
Ryan had a special devotion and relationship with God and was a thoughtful husband and wonderful family man, who was always involved in the needs and activities of his children. Ryan worked in medical sales for many years, where he loved having the opportunity to help so many people. He loved golf, skiing at Hidden Valley with his family, running, and enjoyed all sports, especially the Steelers. Ryan remained friends with his high school and college buddies and the people he met always appreciated his sense of humor, kindness and concern for others.
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May 18, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard Stewart Mauger announces his passing at his home in Forward Twp. after a long illness on May 18, 2019 at the age of 78 years. Richard was born in Coulter, Pa., June 29, 1940 to Julius and Katherine Dickson Mauger. Richard will be remembered by his wife of 53 years, Myrtle Zeh Mauger; and his children, Kathleen (Vince) Oddo, Jennifer (Jason) Meskanick; son, James Mauger; and daughter-in-law, Diane Tatrai Mauger. Richard will be fondly remembered by his four grandchildren, Heather, Shannon (Kris), Vinny, Emma; and great-grandchild, Camden; sisters-in-law, Emma (Earl) Stiffey, Shirley (Hank) Chapman; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert (Olive) Mauger and parents. He was a member of Blyth Lodge #593 of West Newton and Tall Cedars Al-O-Mon Forest No. 138. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2-8 p.m. at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon. Blythe Lodge No. 593 service will take place at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Reflections of Grace Foundation to promote pediatric brain tumor research and support at www.reflections of grace.org. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 18, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Bernard T. Gindlesperger, age 90, of West Newton, and formerly of Elizabeth and Clairton, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2019 at home. A retired small press operator with Fisher Body in West Mifflin, he loved visiting with family and friends, enjoyed cats and taking long rides in the car.
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May 18, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Constance Krivanis age 79, formerly of West Mifflin and Monroeville, on May 16, 2019, At Sunnyview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Butler, PA. She was the daughter of the late George and Mary (Gonos) Krivanis. Constance was retired from Equitable Gas as a Clerk. She was a member Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church. She is survived by her lifelong friend and caretaker, Micheleen Ando, of Valencia, PA. There will be no visitation. Private burial will be at Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Cemetery. A Memorial Office of Christian Burial will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne, PA, 412-466-3300.
May 17, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John Raymond Voron, 58, of North Huntingdon, passed away in his sleep Thursday, May 16, 2019. He was born May 18, 1960 in Alexandria, VA, a son of the late John Thomas Voron and late Nancy M. Foley Voron. John was a graduate of Westmoreland Community College and Norwin High School. John served in the US Navy; surviving brothers, Mark T., Vincent J. (Salima), and Nicholas A. (Mary), daughter, Nicole Paulovich (Darrin), and granddaughter, Peyton Paulovich. A Byzantine Catholic funeral service will be held at James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Saturday May 18, 2019 at 10:30 am. Interment to follow at Long Run Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Stephen’s Byzantine Catholic Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
May 17, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Hazel Coberly, 76 of McKeesport died, May 15, 2019 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. She was born July 6, 1942 in North Huntingdon, a daughter of the late Frank and Stella Pedro Stepansky. Hazel loved spending time with her family and treasured her time with her grandson.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Scott Coberly, one brother, Joseph Stepansky, two sisters, JoAnn Piovesan, Eleanor Kimling. She is survived by her daughters, Kimberly A and Patricia L. Coberly, Pamela S. Guyer and her husband, Robb, Tiffany J. Coberly, grandson, Ethan Guyer, two sisters, Frances Paolitto, Marcella Pesker, numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon Tuesday 10-1 pm. with a service following at 1 p.m in the funeral home chapel. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to her family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
May 16, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Valerie Hrynyk, age 62, of McKeesport, died May 15, 2019, at home. Born July 12, 1956, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Adrian Hrynyk of McKeesport and the late Regina (Skop) Hrynyk.
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May 16, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Karen Litzinger, age 74, of Pitcairn, died Thursday, May 16, 2019. She was born in Pittsburgh on October 8, 1944 and is the daughter of the late Walter and Dorothy Bungert Argall.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Dave Litzinger; sons, David (Annie) Litzinger of Irwin and Brian (Maria) Litzinger of Apex, NC; grandchildren, Elise an Brendan Litzinger; sisters, Arlene (the late George) Saula of Grampian, PA and Melanie (William) Hansen of North Huntingdon, PA; nieces and nephews, Shani (Dane) Germuska, Shara Hopkins, Brent (Chrissy) Hansen and Brynn (Phil) Morgan and numerous great nieces and nephews. Karen was a devout family-oriented person…family always came first. She and her husband, Dave, visited Hawaii (which was Karen’s lifelong dream) for their fortieth wedding anniversary.
Family and friends will be received at Striffler’s of White Oak Cremation and Mortuary Services, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, 412 678 6177) on Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Services will be held in the funeral home chapel on Monday, May 20, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. with her nephew, Brent Hansen, officiating. Entombment will follow.
To share a memory or condolence, please visit www.strifflerfuneralhomes.com. 
May 16, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Joan A. Virgona, age 80 of Clairton, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 in Jefferson Hospital. Born June 23, 1938, she was a daughter of the late Harry J. and Anna Marie (LaValle) Phillips. A former sales associate at Skapik's and a cook for the former Keck's Restaurant and St. Clare School, Joan was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish, ran the summer lunch program at the 10th. St. Playground, was active with the Sons of Columbus Santa Maria Council #4, and was a bowling coach for the Special Olympics. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Domenic V. Virgona; her children Kim (Bill) Nickolich, Debra (David P.) Maksin, Beverly Virgona, and Domenic J. (Vanessa) Virgona, all of Clairton; her grandchildren Laura Nickolich, Domenic J. Virgona, and David S. (Allison) and Heath Maksin; her great-grandson Liam Mizak; her sister Harriet B. (the late Alan) Seng of Bethel Park; and also nieces and nephews.
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May 16, 2019 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Lena (Como) Caione, of Glassport, and formerly of White Oak and Versailles, died May 14, 2019, at her home. Lena was born in Palena, P. Chieti, Italy, a daughter of the late Giuseppe and Assunta (Testa) Como. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Anthony Caione.
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May 15, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Cathyanne Ferree, age 71 of Bethel Park, passed away on May 13, 2019 at St. Clair Hospital. She worked as a sales associate at Shadyside Natural Food, Sunny Bridge Natural Foods and Cafe in McMurray, and was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Bethel Park, PA. Born December 12, 1947 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late George and Ann (Madjea) Milto. Cathyanne is survived by her husband, Alvin "Al" Ferree II; children, Natalie (Joshua) Friedrich Mance of Pittsburgh, Matt (Sheba) Ferree of North Versailles, and Ian (Amanda) Ferree of Greensburg; grandchildren, Brooklyn Best, Savannah and Christopher Roose, Atheana Miskalis, and Kylee Ferree; brother, George (Toni) Milto of York; nieces and nephews.
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May 15, 2019 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Irvin "Kili" Green, Jr., 48, of Clairton, Pennsylvania, departed this life on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, in UPMC McKeesport Hospital.
He was born April 28, 1971, in Pittsburgh, PA, son of the late Irvin and Joan Green East. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Valerie Green, and brother, Mark Green.
Kili was a graduate of Clairton High School and played little league Baseball and Varsity Football. He was an avid sneakerhead and also loved collecting and wearing ball caps! Kili’s true passion was cooking. Cooking was an extension of love for Kili and everyone who had the opportunity to enjoy a meal made by him could taste this.
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