August 06, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
On the evening of August 2nd, 2024, Richard Johann Strauss Del Signore passed away peacefully at the age of 97. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Ernest and Anthony, and his parents, Mary (Hadelovich from Blaine Hill) Del Signore, and Antonio Del Signore. He is survived by his youngest brother Ramon, four first cousins, eight nieces and nephews, and much extended family.
Richard was born on December 17, 1926, in McKeesport PA, and grew up in the Grandview area. His immediate family consisted of four brothers and their parents. His father Antonio Del Signore, who immigrated from Abruzzi, Italy, died in 1933 as the result of an accident at the Penn McKee Hotel in McKeesport, where he was employed as a chef. His tragic death at the height of the Great Depression left the four boys and their mother on their own, but not penniless. Antonio’s foresight to have life insurance allowed the young family to keep their home and move forward. Richard and his three brothers worked hard along with their mother, to make ends meet and keep the family together as they went through school and attended church at McKeesport’s First Methodist Church.
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August 06, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Patrick James Bowen, 67, of North Huntingdon passed away Monday, August 5, 2024. He was born in Greensburg on April 4, 1958 and was the son of the late Charles Francis and Nancy (Gibson) Bowen. Patrick was a very talented handyman - he could just about fix anything that was given to him. He worked many years as a Handyman for Pittsburghers. He is survived by his brothers, Timothy O. Bowen of North Huntingdon, and Michael G. Bowen of Menasha, WI; as well as his sister, Beth Ann (Dave) Barkley of Clymer PA; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Patrick is preceded in death by his brother, Dennis "Denny" Bowen. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc, 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, August 9, 2024 at 4:00pm at the family home. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
August 06, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Normagee S. Cooper, age 98, died on August 4, 2024, at Monroeville Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. Born June 25, 1926, in Mannington, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Virgil and Bessie (Satterfield) Snodgrass and the wife of the late John H. Cooper.
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August 05, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Teresa Aniceta “Ann” Yester, 93, of McCandless, formerly of Allison Park and Sharpsburg, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2024. She was born February 25, 1931 in Vestaburg and was the daughter of the late John “Jack” and Helen (Breen) Skehan. She was the wife of the late Paul R. Yester, Sr., who passed away April 29, 1975. She was a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Church and sang in the church choir there. Teresa was a volunteer at Kane Regional Center and the Vincentian Nursing Home.
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August 05, 2024 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Vera Smider Polak, age 91, formerly of McKeesport, passed away suddenly on Friday, May 3, 2024, at her home in North Las Vegas, Nevada. For those wishing to pay their respects, a memorial mass will be held on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 10:00 am in the chapel at the mausoleum on the campus of St. Vincent College 300 Fraser Purchase Road Latrobe, PA 15650-2690. Following the mass, inurnment will take place.
In addition to her parents, Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Ron, brother, George, and sister-in-law, Carol.
Vera is survived by her daughter, Karen; brother-in-law, John Polak; and sister-in-law, Cynthia Smider. She leaves many friends and family members behind who will miss her greatly, as well as four cats (Toby, Ripley, Bailey, and Bruno) who adored her, and miss her very much.
August 05, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Kenneth T. Kunkel, age 83, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at UPMC Mercy. An Army veteran, he retired as a road mechanic for Beckwith Machinery in Delmont. He was a member of Sts. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. where he was a Eucharistic Minister, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a fish fry volunteer. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local 66 and the Elizabeth Twp. Wood Carvers, he loved to garden, and he could fix anything. When he left for work, his truck was the alarm clock for his neighbors. He always said, "A job worth doing is a job worth doing right." Born September 30, 1940 in West Mifflin, he was a son of the late Kenneth S. and Agnes F. (Blank) Kunkel. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Linda L. (Werner) Kunkel; daughters, Kelly (Ray) Ramey of Ingomar, Kara (Bill) Miles of Elizabeth Twp. and Karyn (the late Dan) Arokhaty of Elizabeth Twp.; grandchildren, Billy (Rachel) Miles, Claire (Ben Fanelli) Miles, Isabelle Ramey and Justin (Faith Vandermeir) Ramey; brothers, James (Carolyn) Kunkel of Finleyville, Charles (Debbie) Kunkel of Monongahela and Dennis (Janet) Kunkel of Jefferson Hills; also, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, David and Gerald Kunkel, and sister, Kathy Jordan. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Thursday, August 8, 2024 from 2-8 PM. A blessing will take place on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 10 AM in the funeral home with the Rev. Thomas J. Burke officiating. Burial is private in Jefferson Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 2900 North Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
August 03, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert William Meredith, 86, of White Oak, passed away on Thursday August 1, 2024. He was born on April 21, 1938 in Uniontown and was the son of the late Harry B. and Emily Mae (Christopher) Meredith. Robert graduated from McKeesport High School in 1956 and went on to receive a Bachelor's degree from Slippery Rock University and a Master's degree from the University of Pittsburgh. After college, he returned to his alma mater to teach biology for 2 years, before becoming the Principal of Frances McClure Junior High. He also served as the Principal of McKeesport High School. He loved all of his students and would always express "Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger." He was also a Free Mason at the Polaris Lodge No. 375, and a member of the Tall Cedars of Lebanon.
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August 02, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Esther Anne Flatley, age 74, of White Oak, PA, died on Friday, August 2, 2024. She was born June 1, 1950, in Pittsburgh, PA, and is the daughter of the late Martin and Lillian Caryl Kelly Flatley. She loved to cook, especially spaghetti.
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August 02, 2024 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Frances A. Hoffman, age 82, of White Oak, PA, died Thursday, August 1, 2024. Born June 28, 1942, in Braddock, PA, she is the daughter of the late Ronald F. and Marguerite J. Coyne Shephard.
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August 02, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Stanley Lichtenstein, 91, of White Oak, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 1, 2024. He was born February 5, 1933 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Sam and Sadye (Friedman) Lichtenstein. He was the husband of the late Helen (Kestenbaum) Lichtenstein who passed away March 21, 2018. They were married for 67 years. Stanley was a member of Gemilas Chesed Congregation and was a US Army Veteran serving in the Korean War. For his service he received the Korean Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. He was Executive Vice-President of their family Corporation, Lico, Inc.
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August 01, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Charles T. Dluhy, age 93, of McKeesport, PA, passed away peacefully in his sleep with his devoted son and nieces and nephews by his side on July 31, 2024, at the Kane Community Living Center of McKeesport. Born June 16, 1931, he was the son of the late Charles and Edith (Petrosky) Dluhy. He was the loving husband of the late Agnes (Chiaverini) Dluhy for over 65 years.
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August 01, 2024 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Catherine Marie Thompson (nee Ullrich), 105, of the Passavant Retirement Community, Zelienople, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The daughter of the late Bernhard (Ben) Gustave Ullrich and Louise Francis (Salmon) Ullrich, she was born on May 28, 1919, in Elizabeth. Catherine graduated from Elizabeth High School in 1937 and the following year received her diploma from Maison Frederic School of Beauty Culture in Pittsburgh. She lived in Elizabeth until she was 88. During that time, she worked as a beautician in several local shops and later as the in-store baker for Marraccini's grocery stores. She was a life-long member of the Elizabeth United Methodist Church where she was a faithful kitchen worker for the many luncheons and dinners served at the Church. For many years she was a delivery driver for Meal on Wheels. Catherine was a member of the local lodges of the Order of Easter Star and the Order of Amaranth. Catherine was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 38 years, Harry Arter Thompson and her sisters, Emma Blanche Zadroga and Martha Jane Ullrich. She will be missed and forever loved by her daughter, Kathryn (Kay) Louise Tsikopoulos (George) and her son, Glenn Harry Thompson (Linda); her grandchildren, Deryk Thompson (Jen) and Cori Hill (Mitchell); and her great grandsons, Owen and Jackson Hill. Catherine will be remembered as a selfless helper and caregiver to friends and family, always willing to place her interests and needs on hold, with never an expectation of anything in return. She was a capable, practical and highly independent person with broad talents and skills. The family would like to thank the compassionate staff at Passavant for their excellent care throughout her time there and the Harmony-Zelienople United Methodist Church for including her as one of their own for the years she lived independently at Passavant. A memorial gathering will take place on Saturday, August 3, 2024, in the Elizabeth United Methodist Church, 317 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth, PA 15037, from 1:30 PM until the hour of service at 3:30 PM with Pastor Jack Piper officiating. Private burial in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial gift to the Elizabeth United Methodist Church or to the Benevolent Fund at Passavant Retirement Community, 105 Burgess Drive, Zelienople, PA 16063. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at
www.bekavacfuneralhome.com
August 01, 2024 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Stanley Paul Lenhart, 90, of N. Huntingdon peacefully passed away Thursday, August 1, 2024 at Walden’s View. He was born August 31, 1933 in Circleville, a son of the late Joseph Rush and Ruby (Davidson) Lenhart. Prior to his retirement, Paul was the owner and operator of Lenhart’s Service Center. He was a graduate of North Huntingdon High School and a veteran of the US Army, having served during the Korean War. Paul was a member of St. Agnes Church and dedicated 25 years of service as fire chief for Circleville Vol. Fire Dept. Paul enjoyed traveling with his family and friends, driving his pontoon boat and spending time with his family, especially during the holidays. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sons-in-law, David L. Morton and Charles David Tromm; brothers, Donald, Joseph and David Lenhart; sisters, Ruth Zatorsky, Mary Lois Stough and Carolyn Weiss. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Patricia Mary (Petrisko) Lenhart; son, Kenneth (Anna) Lenhart; daughters, Cynthia Morton, Jean Tromm and Marianne (Craig) Weston. Grandchildren, Laura (Shane) Newhouser, Nicholas (Elyse) Lenhart, Stephanie (Patrick) Kirby, Jennifer (Pat) O’Mahony, Marissa Tromm, Daniel (Traci) Morton, Kimberly Tromm, Elizabeth (Michael) Murphy, Emily Tromm and Samuel (Kaitlyn) Weston. Great-grandchildren, Luke, Cecelia, Ruby, Matthias, Leah, Audrey, Ryland, Cian and Lydia; and extended family. Friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, N. Huntingdon, PA. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church. Interment will follow in Brush Creek Cemetery. The family would like to thank Redstone Hospice (Eric, Barbara, Kathy and Dustin) and the staff at Walden’s View (Shawna, Hailey and Tabitha); your kindness and compassion for Paul was deeply appreciated by our entire family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 01, 2024 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
It is with great sadness that the family of Arlene J. Clawson-Dodds, 69, of Greenock, formerly of Clairton, passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at home. Arlene was born September 25, 1954 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Joshua J. Smith, Jr. and the late Margaret (Warhol) Smith. She was the wife of the late Robert J. "Bob" Dodds, who passed away March 26, 2008. Arlene graduated from Clairton High School in 1972 and would retire after 36.5 years of service working as a caseworker for The PA Department of Welfare in 2009. Then she helped cook meals for The Sisters of the Divine Redeemer-Motherhouse for 10 years, before retiring for good in 2020. Arlene was the sweetest and kindest person, and she never had a bad word to say about anyone. She loved her family so much, especially being "boo" to her young granddaughters, Alana and Chloe. She lived every day for her family and we are all better people because she was such an important person in our lives. She will be greatly missed, but the many beautiful memories we have of her will remain forever.
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July 31, 2024 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Catherine Pliska, age 96, of McKeesport, died at home on July 31, 2024. Born February 16, 1928, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Rose (Brnjas) Mihalic and wife of the late Peter Pliska.
Catherine retired from McKeesport Hospital, where she was a Laundress. She is a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. Catherine looked forward to breakfast at Denny's and lunch or dinner at Eat-N-Park. Her greatest joy was spending time with her beloved sisters.
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