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John J. Tapocik

May 24, 2018 |

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

John J. Tapocik, 86, Michigan City, Indiana, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family Monday, May 21, 2018 at 8:00 pm in Franciscan Health - Michigan City.

 
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Joseph Vujatovich

May 24, 2018 |

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

JOSEPH VUJATOVICH age 93, of Duquesne, on May 23, 2018. He was a son of the late Stanko and Sarah (Momchilovick). He was a retired owner of Joe's Luncheonette in Duquesne. He was a member of St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, McKeesport. He proudly served his country in the Navy during WWII. He was the beloved husband of Norma (DeBaise) Vujatovich for 67 years; father of Anita Tovich of Pittsburgh; brother of Dorothy Gagich of Houston, TX, and the late Nick Vujatovich. Visitation on Friday from 2-6 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Graveside Service will be on Saturday at 11 a.m. at McKeesport - Versailles Cemetery with military honors, Very Rev. Stevo Rocknage officiating. Everyone please meet at the cemetery.

 


Marie Cardamone

May 23, 2018 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Marie Cardamone, age 70, of McKeesport, died Monday, May 21, 2018.  She was born in Pittsburgh on March 11, 1948 and is the daughter of the late Anthony and Pauline Carroll Andrucci.  She worked as a housekeeper at various locations for over 30 years.  She loved Bingo, baking, cooking and spending time with her family. 

 
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Lillian H. Talon

May 23, 2018 |

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

Lillian H. Talon, 91, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Canterbury Place, Pittsburgh.

 
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Antonette M. "Toni" Ringel

May 23, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Antonette M. “Toni” Ringel, age 57, of McKeesport, died May 21, 2018, at Forbes Regional Hospital. Born January 20, 1961, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Nancy Lee (Musgrove) Evans and the wife of Frederick J. Ringel, Jr., for the past 12 years.

 
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Elizabeth A. “Betty” Clark

May 22, 2018 |

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

ELIZABETH A. “BETTY” CLARK age 81, of Duquesne, on May 22, 2018. She was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Palyo) Kovalcin. She was a retired assistant manager of Mellon Bank, Mt. Lebanon office and the Kennywood office. She was a member of Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, a member of their Christian Mothers, Men’s Club, Lector and chairperson of the Flag Committee at the Cemetery. She was the beloved wife of the late Rae Clark; mother of Kathy (Barry) Kozak of North Huntingdon, Cindi Clark (Tony) Freeman of NY, NY, Sandra (Charles) Lee Clark of Scottsdale, AZ; grandmother of Lauren (Dustine) Ray, Nicholas (Alexandra) Kozak, Dan Kozak, David Kozak, Taylor (Lucy) Monnig, Tessa Freeman; great-grandmother of Brooks Monnig and Jackson Kozak; sister of James (late Evelyn) Kovalcin of North Huntingdon, late John (late Marie) Kovalcin, late Henry “Hank” (late Evelyn) Kovalcin, late Alfred Kovalcin, late Edward Kovalcin, late Patricia (late Robert) Izydore, late Gloria (late Charles) Arena; also nieces and nephews. Visitation on Thursday, May 24, 2018, from 2-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held on Friday at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Church, West Mifflin, at 10 a.m. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

 


Mildred "Millie" Terek Mongelluzzo

May 22, 2018 |

By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

Mildred “Millie” Terek Mongelluzzo was born to Michael and Mary (Yevchak) Terek on December 8, 1927 in McKeesport, PA and died on January 16, 2018 at Paramount, Bethel Park. The seventh of eight children, she was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joseph, and seven of eight siblings: Sister Mary Josephine VSC, John (Nancy) Terek, Helen (William) Ogurchak, Pauline (Michael) Hrehocik, Michael Terek, and Frank Terek.  She is survived by her sister Dorothy (Edward) Valencik.  Millie “Sister M. Elaine VSC” was a member of the Vincentian Sisters of Charity for 18 years.

 
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Anna V. "Tootsie" Csorba

May 21, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Anna V. “Tootsie” Csorba, age 81 , of McKeesport, died May 19, 2018, at Southwestern Healthcare Center. Born August 23, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Nemeth) Csorba.

 
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Debra A. Kelch

May 21, 2018 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Debra A. Kelch, 60, of Glassport, died May 20, 2018.  She is the daughter of the late Stanely and Evelyn (Balla) Winkler.  She is survived by her beloved husband Michael Kelch; sister Donna (Lawrence) Kurucz, Niece Melissa (John) Blake and her children Dylan Kurucz, Ashley Blake, Elizabeth Blake and Jonathon Blake; and nephews Justin and Josh Kurucz.  Debra was preceded in death by her brother Thomas Winkler.  Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.

 


Jason C. Stokes

May 21, 2018 |

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

Jason Stokes, 43, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Forbes Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

 
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Lois Durnell Burke

May 21, 2018 |

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

Lois Durnell Burke, 99, of North Huntingdon, formerly of Ellwood City, passed away Sunday, May 20, 2018 at her home.

 
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A. Joanne Tellman

May 20, 2018 |

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

A. Joanne Tellman, 87, of Elizabeth Township, died Saturday, May 19, 2018 at home. She was born March 17, 1931 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late John A. and Mildred I. (Monath) Ryan. She was the wife of the late Paul R. Tellman who died November 11, 2004. They were married for 48 years. Joanne was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in White Oak and was a retired Operating Room Head Nurse at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. She is survived by her daughter, Sandra J. Tellman of Verona, brother, John C. Ryan of North Versailles, sister, Barbara M. (Paul) DiFabio of Boston, nieces and nephews.

 
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Alexander Kormos

May 20, 2018 |

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

Alexander Kormos, age 92, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday May 19, 2018, at Walden's View.  He was born June 28, 1925 in Wendel, WV, a son of the late George and Esther Kormos.

 
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Irene E. Denne

May 20, 2018 |

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

IRENE E. DENNE age 85, of Connellsville, formerly of Duquesne, at the home of her daughter, Sharon. An earthly angel gained her Heavenly wings on May 19, 2018, when Irene Denne passed through Heaven's Gates. She was a daughter of the late Walter and Stella (Blaczyewska) Balawajder. Irene was a wonderful and loving wife and mother. She loved and cherished her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family was her greatest joy in life. Irene always thought of others and would brighten the day of others by sending cards. She also enjoyed feeding birds every morning from the back porch. Irene will be sadly missed but fondly remembered. She loved listening to Polka Party every Sunday morning and enjoyed watching the Pittsburgh Penguins. She was devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary and prayed the Rosary daily for those in need. Beloved wife of the late Bernard T. Denne; mother of Sharon (Bill) Crissman of Connellsville, PA, Linda (David) Konar of West Mifflin and Thomas B. Denne of Turtle Creek. Predeceased by her son-in-law, Carl I. Thomas, Jr.; grandmother of Amanda (David) Pinkosky, Sarah (Lenny) Minnick, Rachel Leonard, Michael Ragan and Nick Denne; great- grandmother of Kendall Minnick and Cole Minnick; sister of Genevieve (late William) Kalaskie, Kathy Ingel and the late Joseph (surviving spouse Audrey) Balawajder; also nieces and nephews. Visitation on Monday, May 21, 2018, from 1-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2018, at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne, at 10 a.m. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, West Mifflin.

 


Helen M. Lia

May 19, 2018 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

Helen M. Lia, 87 of Duquesne, died May 18, 2018.  She is the daughter of the late Daniel and Smilja Medich and wife of the late Salvator Lia.  Helen is survived by her sons Joseph Lia and Michael (Norma) Lia; grandchildren Angela (Robert) Vogan, Michelle (Matthew) Cerasuolo, Benjamin Lia and Daniel Lia and great grandchildren Camden and Emilia.  She was a member of St. Sava’s Serbian Orthodox Church; Duquesne Women’s Club and Holy Trinity Kolo.  Friends received Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home, Duquesne Tues. 2-4 and 6-8. A Pomen will be held Tues. at 7:00 pm.  A funeral liturgy will be held Wed. 10:00 am at St. Sava’s Serbian Orthodox Church with the Very Rev. Stevan Rocknage.  Interment following Jefferson Memorial Park.