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Virginia L. Linneman

August 02, 2018 |

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

Virginia (Aunt Ginny) Linneman, 94, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 01, 2018.  She passed away from complications of a recent stroke.  
Aunt Ginny was born February 7, 1924, in Coulter PA.  She resided many years with her sister Thelma (Jack) Carlson in McKeesport.  After retiring from Westinghouse Electric in East Pittsburgh (Shipping Department), she lived approximately 25 years in Ft. Myers, Florida.  At the age of 90, she moved in with her niece Connie Carlson Meyers (Jeffrey) in North Huntingdon.

 
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Edward Ellis

August 01, 2018 |

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

Edward Ellis, age 91, of West Mifflin, died Wednesday, August 1, 2018.  He was born in McKeesport on March 18, 1927 and is the son of the late John and Susan Mular Ellis and the husband of the late Ann Sprentz Ellis.  He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII.  He retired from USX National Works then worked part time at Giant Eagle by Century III Mall.  He was an avid hunter, a member of Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin, and a former member of the Steelworkers Local Union #1408.

 
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Ilija (Eli) Bogonovich

August 01, 2018 |

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

Ilija (Eli) Bogonovich, (Bogunovic), 91, of Westmoreland City, passed away Tuesday, July 31, 2018 in Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital.

 
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Martha M. Heatherington

August 01, 2018 |

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

Martha Marie Heatherington, age 94, of Naples, Florida, formerly of Greenock, PA died Sunday, July 29, 2018. She, an Irish blessing, was born March 17, 1924 in McKeesport, the daughter of the late Amil and Freida Ditter Duval and the wife of the late Joseph F. Heatherington.

 
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Clarence S. Lee

August 01, 2018 |

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

Clarence Lee, 85, of Venus, Pa., formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, July 30, 2018 at UPMC Northwest Hospital, Seneca, Pa.

 
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David E. Howard

August 01, 2018 |

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

DAVID E. HOWARD age 94, of West Mifflin on July 29, 2018. he was a son of the late Daniel and Mary (Flaherty) Howard. He was retired from US Steel Duquesne Works,  as a loader. A member of Resurrection Church in West Mifflin and he proudly served his country in the Army Air Corp. during WWII. Husband of the late Dorothy M. (Monahan) Howard; father of David M. (Ruth) Howard of Duquesne,PA, Kevin P. (Rose) Howard of Sinking Springs, PA, James E. (Paula) Howard of Lincoln, RI, and the late Colleen (surviving spouse Jerry) Kovaly; also 10 grandchildren and six great-granschildren. He was predeceased by six brothers and two sisters. Visitation on Sunday, August 5 friom 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 Monday at 9 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Chruch of Christ the Light of the World Parish at 9:30 a.m. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial with Military Honors at Jefferson Memorial Park.

 


Stanley M. "Ducky" Kaska

July 31, 2018 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Stanley M. "Ducky" Kaska, 90, of Clairton, died July 29, 2018.  He is the son of the late Anthony and Antoinette Kaczka.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Dorothy (Garber) Kaska; daughter Cindy (Curtis) Tanner; sons Andrew Grant, Alan and Randy (Yolanta) Kaska; grandchildren Drew, Amber, Noel  (Jeff) Skorvan, Josh and Jaden; great grandchildren Alexa, Kylie, Ava Skorvan, Julian and Victoria Kaska;  brother John (Betty) Kaczka; sisters Stephanie Edmundson and Mildred Prejean; also nieces and nephews. Stanley was retired from P @ LE Railroad and American General and was a member of Holy Spirit Church in West Mifflin.  He was very proud of his football success with the Glassport Gladiators, Glassport Odds and the McKeesport Ironmen.  Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home Fri. 3-6.  A funeral blessing will be held Sat. 11:00 am in the funeral home.  Interment following Lebanon Church Cemetery.

 


Michael A. O'Gurkis

July 31, 2018 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Michael Anthony O'Gurkis, age 54, of McKeesport, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 26, 2018. Born on January 28, 1964, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Edmund J. and the living Marjorie A. (Canfield) O'Gurkis. Michael attended McKeesport High School and the University of Pittsburgh, where he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.

 
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Joan P. Huber

July 31, 2018 |

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

Joan P. Huber, age 70, of Greensburg, formerly of McKeesport, died July 29, 2018, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital. Born May 16, 1948, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Anne (Robb) Toth.

 
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Bernard A. Gardner

July 30, 2018 |

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

Bernard Anthony Gardner, age 74, of Dravosburg, died Friday, July 27, 2018.  He was born in Pittsburgh on December 28, 1943, the son of the late William and Margaret Baumiller Gardner. Bernard served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and retired from Port Authority as a bus driver after 28 years.

 

 
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Faith Ann Noll

July 30, 2018 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Faith Ann Noll, 45, of Port Vue, formerly of Glassport, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018 at UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh.  She was born in McKeesport March 17, 1973 to John and Sharon Noll of Port Vue.  Faith is survived by daughters, Katelynn (Timothy) Binns of West Mifflin, Sarah Noll of North Versailles; son, Nathan Noll Nelson of Port Vue; step-daughter, Julia Nelson of Port Vue; grandchildren, Lillie & Lyla Binns; sister, Amanda (Christopher) Palyo of Jefferson Hills; brothers, John (Lisa McCune) Noll III of Port Vue, Jason Noll of Lincoln Boro; nieces, Allyssa, Teagan; nephew, Christopher; her cat Ren.  She was preceded in death by her dogs, Vanity and Schmoodle.   Faith was a caregiver at heart.  She cared for anyone in need, her granddaughters, and family, because that’s what she loved.  Visitation will take place Friday, August 3, 2018 from 4 – 8 at E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport,  PA  15045.  A memorial service will take place at the funeral home at  7 pm.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to the funeral home to help defray costs.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Robert H. Gray

July 30, 2018 |

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

Robert H. Gray, 89, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, July 29, 2018 at his home.  He was born November 27, 1928 in New Castle, Pa., a son of the late Harold and Clara (Benson) Gray.

 
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Lori Ann (Nassida) Mula

July 29, 2018 |

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

Lori Ann (Nassida) Mula, 48, of Baldwin, died Friday, July 27, 2018. She was born December 8, 1969 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late James T. Nassida III and the late Bonita J. (Novacek) Nassida.  Lori was a licensed Funeral Director and worked for Stephen D. Slater Funeral Home in Large. She also worked for Stewart Equipment Services in West Elizabeth and Wigs and More in Latrobe. She had previously worked for Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. in Elizabeth Township. She is survived by her loving husband, Paul J. Mula, brother, James T. (Tina) Nassida of West Mifflin, niece, Cara Nassida and nephew, James T. "Jimbo" Nassida, and her babies, Bella, Buju, Khaleesi, and Drogo.

 
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Virginia (Suranski) Valigura

July 27, 2018 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Virginia (Suranski) Valigura, 88, of Springdale, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 27, 2018. She was born on January 23, 1930 to her parents, the late Charles F. and Anna (Marks) Suranski.  Virginia was a 1947 graduate of McKeesport High School and a 1948 graduate of Mason Frederick’s Beauty School. She passed the state boards and worked 9 years as a Beauty Operator. 

She moved to Springdale in 1956 when she married the late Michael Valigura.  Mrs. Valigura was a member of St. Alphonsus Church in Springdale.  Virginia’s life revolved around her son Bobby, her family and her many friends.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Michael and brother Charles F. Suranski Jr.

 
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Ralph E. Dudley

July 27, 2018 |

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

Ralph E. Dudley, 89, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 24, 2018, surrounded by family.

Ralph was born and raised in Glassport, PA on February 17, 1929 to Ralph and Alice (Garland) Dudley.  He spent most of his life in Indianapolis where he had a successful business career with several hightech companies. 

 
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