Martin J. Zegar
March 12, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes

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March 12, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
March 12, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
David J. Fusco, 63, of Rillton, passed away Monday, March 11, 2019 at his home. He was born April 16, 1955 in Greensburg, a son of the late Joseph and Violet (Lapcevic) Fusco. David was an avid fisherman, enjoyed playing the harmonica, listening to music, was a good cook and loved being with his family and friends. He is survived by his stepson, Paul Klipa; brother, Joseph Fusco; aunt, Dorothy Cheselske; uncle, Lou Fusco; two nieces and numerous cousins. A memorial service will take place in The Norwin Alliance Church, on Saturday, March 16 at 1pm. Donations may be made to the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
March 12, 2019 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
March 11, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
March 11, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Thomas A. Baka, age 77 of McKeesport, died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, Monday, March 11, 2019. He was born October 25, 1941 in Charleroi, the son of the late Michael A. and Mary Uchacz Baka. He worked as an electrician for U.S. Steel-Dravosburg and after retiring he loved driving for Access. He was devoted to the Lord, an usher and member of First Baptist Church, McKeesport for 37 years. He was a regular donor to the American Red Cross and a lifelong fisherman. He was an avid bowler all of his life, and his teammates named their league “Baka’s Pirates” in honor of him. Thomas enjoyed helping people in need and especially loved his family.
March 11, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Patricia Clark McCusker, age 87, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Glassport, died Saturday, March 9, 2019. She was born in Mexico, Maine, on Nov. 13, 1931 and is the daughter of the late James and Dorothy Cecelia Bryant Mowat. She is the wife of the late Thomas J. McCusker who died March 12, 1991. She was preceded in death by siblings, James Mowat, Kirk Mowat, Terrence Mowat and Bonnie Mowat Fircak.
Patricia is survived by sisters-in-law, Virginia Mowat of Liberty Borough and Barbara Mowat of Mission, Texas; nieces and nephews, Timothy Mowat, Daniel (Dawn) Mowat, Heather (Richard Sherman) Mowat, Terri Lee (Dave) Petrillo, Jamie (Brian) Young, Heidi (Joe) Povinelli, Kirk Mowat, Kevin Fircak and Michel (Jenny) Fircak.
In addition to being a loving homemaker, Patricia was a waitress for the former Klein’s Restaurant in Pittsburgh for approximately 25 years, the business manager for the former T.J. McCusker Mechanical Contracting in Glassport, a retail specialist for the men’s suits department at Macy’s in Century III and Monroeville Malls, and also was very proud of her work as the house manager and volunteer for Family House in Pittsburgh.
Family and friends will be received at Strifflers of White Oak Cremation and Mortuary Services, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, Supervisor 412-678-6177) on Friday, March 15, 2019 from 3:00 until 8:00 pm and also on Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 11:00 am until the time of service at 12:30 pm in the funeral home chapel.
Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery.
Remembrances may be made to Family House, 233, McKee Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.
To share a memory or condolence visit strifflerfuneralhomes.com.
March 11, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Audrey B. Canelle, age 82, of Liberty Borough, died March 9, 2019, at home. Born July 10, 1936, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Andriella (Smith) Jordanhazy and the wife of the late John R. Canelle.
March 10, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
March 10, 2019 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
March 10, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Frank A. Speney, Sr., age 92 of Port Vue, passed away at home on Sunday, March 10, 2019. Born September 15, 1926 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late William M. and Anna (Reitz) Speney. Frank was a fixture in the automotive industry in the area as a consummate and professional salesman, starting his career with his father at the Palace Garage in McKeesport, selling Nash, Rambler, and Studebaker. He then opened Speney Chevrolet in West Newton, operating it for 52 years from 1958 until 2010. He also became a co-owner of the Palisades Ballroom in McKeesport, where he was able to practice one of his passions: dancing.
March 10, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles G. Harris, age 71 of Dunleavy, PA, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2019 in UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born October 1, 1947 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Gordon and Anna (Makary) Harris.
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.
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.
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.
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