James Zabelsky
January 10, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Shirley J. Torboli Kushner
January 10, 2019 |
By Editor | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
Shirley was born on May 2, 1938 in Avella, Washington County. She was a faithful member of St. Kilian Roman Catholic Parish in Cranberry Twp. Known for her beautiful smile, Shirley was a kind and generous woman who had a great sense of humor. Her laughter was contagious to everyone around her. Above all, she will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be dearly missed.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband, Robert J. Kushner, whom she married on February 10, 1962; her daughter, Christine Pawlak and her husband, Kurt; her grandchildren, Daniel, Michael, Sarah and Connor; her brothers, Kenneth and David Torboli; her sisters, Diane Meriage and Maxine Mason; and her daughter-in-law, Angela Kushner.
Patricia H. "Pat" Beckinger
January 10, 2019 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Patricia H. "Pat" Beckinger age 77 of Glassport, formerly of Duquesne on January 9, 2019. Beloved wife of Jhon Beckinger; loving daughter of Norman and Adelaide (Menzie) Hart who preceded her in death; treasured sister of Micki Hart Faller of Shadyside. Pat received her bachelors degree from the University of Pittsburgh and was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Parish in Duquesne where she taught at Duquesne Catholic School for many years. Her sixth grade social studies class won a national contest with an essay on Space Bill of Rights. The prize was a visit from an astronaut, Eugene Cernan, the last man to walk on the moon. Pat previously taught at St. Keiran's School in Lawrenceville and St. Sebastian's School in the North Hills. Pat was very devout in her faith and served as Eucharistic minister and lector at St. Joseph Church and at Christ of the Light of the World Parish. This enabled many people to stay connected to their church through her efforts and dedication. Visitation on Friday, January 11, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne 412-466-3300, where her funeral will begin with a Blessing Service at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m., on Saturday, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Parish Cemetery.
Robert Medina
January 10, 2019 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert Medina, age 74, of Glassport, died January 7, 2019. He was born in Laredo, TX on July 21, 1944, the son of the late Ramone and Aurora Signs Medina. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during Vietnam and was a member of the Laborer’s Union Local #373. He is survived by his son, Robert “Tony” (Lori) Medina of Pittsburgh; daughter, Alicia (Nate) Peterson of Cincinnati, Ohio and grandchildren, Jacob Medina and Amaya Peterson. 
Susan K. Merriman
January 09, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Susan K. Merriman, 67, of Rochester, formerly of Elizabeth Township, passed away Monday, January 7, 2019. She was born September 12, 1951 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late George W. and Alma (Lewis) Merriman. Susan held an administrative position at the University of Pittsburgh. She was also proprietor of Merriman Trading Co. She is survived by her brothers, George W. Merriman, III, of Brooklyn, NY, Thomas L. (Constance) Merriman of Greenock and Charles "Jeff" (Colleen) Merriman of Munhall, and nieces and nephews.
Robert James Kite
January 09, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert James Kite, 39, of Lincoln Borough, passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2019. He was born May 5, 1979 in McKeesport and was the son of Robert Brooks and Jane (Gioia) Kite of Lincoln Borough. Robert was a member of Liberty Presbyterian Church and worked for Sisko Waterproofing Co.
Loretta "Tootsie" "Lorrie" Struiff
January 08, 2019 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Loretta "Tootsie" "Lorrie" Struiff, 82, of West Mifflin, died Sunday, January 6, 2019, in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in Duquesne, July 14, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Benedict and Mary (Artim) Unites. While Mrs. Struiff was primarily a homemaker, she was an instructor for the Arthur Murray Dance Studio and later in life became a published author. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Joseph "Al " Struiff Jr., a daughter, Lynn Koza, and a granddaughter, Amanda Faux, she is survived by her loving daughter, Leslie Faux, five grandchildren, Casey Koza Turbeville (Michael), Randi Koza, Adam O'Hara, Sara Faux (Brian Bakey), and Joseph Aaron Faux, and two great grandchildren, Madisyn Faux and Nolan Bakey.
Emil G. Sujeta
January 08, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Emil G. Sujeta, age 87, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Monday, January 7, 2019 at Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth. He retired in 1993 after 44 years as a steelworker for U.S. Steel Clairton Works. He enjoyed the outdoors, including hunting and fishing.
Dorothy H. Szeg
January 08, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Dorothy Helen Szeg, age 97, of Scottsdale, AZ, formerly of McKeesport, died January 3, 2019, in Scottsdale, AZ. Born October 12, 1921, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Catherine (Bullion) Cornell and the wife of the late Frank Szeg.
William J. Smith
January 08, 2019 |
By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home
William J. Smith, 80, of North Versailles, died Monday, December 31, 2018 at UPMC McKeesport. Born June 13, 1938, he was the son of the late William J. and Irene Craven Smith. Mr. Smith served in the U.S. Army and was a retired manager of the Goldbug Convenience Store. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Judith Goldberg and Janet Adams, and is survived by his brother in law, Sidney Goldberg and his sister, Jeanne Lenhart. A committal service was held Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Jefferson Memorial Park, with the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA 15132 in charge of arrangements.
Ronald V. Hinerman
January 07, 2019 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Ronald V. Hinerman, age 70 of North Versailles, passed away at home on Sunday, January 6, 2019. Born September 15, 1948 in Frank, PA, he was a son of the late Martin V. and Margaret (Boda) Hinerman. A graduate of Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster and a US Marine Corps Veteran of the Vietnam War, Ronald was a self employed electrician. He is survived by his sister Darlene (Sam) Reitz of Export, his companion Frances V. Carvili of North Versailles, and also nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by his brother Martin J. Hinerman.
Dolores M. Crossen
January 07, 2019 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Dolores M. Crossen, 98 of Port Vue, passed away January 5, 2019 at home with her family by her side.
Regina P. Hays
January 07, 2019 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Regina P. Hays, age 82, of McKeesport, died on January 4, 2019, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born August 17, 1936, in Mt. Pleasant, she was the daughter of the late Walter J. and Pearl (Blaszkowska) Fiedor and the wife of the late Robert J. Hays.
Deborah R. Ruccio
January 07, 2019 |
By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Deborah R. Ruccio, 53, of Glassport died January 6, 2019. She is the daughter of Antoinette "Toni" (Braun) Iantimarino and the late Raymond Flohr. She is survived by her husband Thomas Ruccio; six children; five grandchildren; and four siblings. Funeral arrangements by Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
Gertrude Elizabeth Lieberum
January 07, 2019 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Gertrude Elizabeth Lieberum, 91, of McKeesport, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019. She was born April 28, 1927 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Albert and Angela (Schibik) Thomas. She was the wife of the late Arthur Mark Lieberum who died January 14, 2000. Gertrude was a member of the former St. John Lutheran Church in McKeesport. She served on church council, taught vacation bible school and also taught Sunday School for 31 years, leading children to Christ. She enjoyed gospel music, reading, and loved to do for others.
