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Frank A. Carozza

July 31, 2024 |

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

Frank A. "Bunny" Carozza, age 86, of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Clairton, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Grandview Estates. He was a member of St. Joachim and Anne Parish, St. Michael Church in Elizabeth Twp. and enjoyed fishing and antiquing. Born February 10, 1938 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of the late Fred and Rose (Marino) Carozza. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Celesta "Sally" Formoso; children, Carl (Kim) Carozza of Alpharetta, GA, Shana (Frank) Senn of Elizabeth Twp. and Sarah (Daniel) Kennedy of Green Tree; grandchildren, Kyle, Nick, Dustin, Anthony, Remington, Adeline, Alexandra, Ari and Roman; great-grandson, Edward; granddog, Romeo; and sister, Madeline DeAntonio of Elizabeth Twp. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several brothers and sisters. Service and burial are private. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Floyd L. Sorg

July 31, 2024 |

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

Floyd L. Sorg, age 81, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at Jefferson Hospital. He was a fleet manager and mechanic for Salvation Army - Pittsburgh Area, a former millwright for U.S. Steel Duquesne Works and Copperweld in Glassport, and a service manager for Davies Tregembo Ford. An avid outdoorsman and boater, he was a Past Commander for the Ten Mile Power Squadron. He could fix anything, collected and loved model trains, and was affectionately known as "Happy Pappy." Born December 13, 1942 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Floyd Louis and Dorothy H. (March) Sorg. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Agnes M. (Alfelda) Sorg; children, Lee (Mike) Biddle of Rostraver Twp. and Robert Sorg of Coraopolis; grandchildren, Patrick (Rachel) Biddle of Elizabeth Twp. and Erin (Jared) Podroskey of Rostraver Twp.; great-grandchildren, Ethan and Emma Biddle and Leo and Logan Podroskey; sister, Lois Nevin of Forward Twp.; sister-in-law, Mary Lou Alfelda; also, a niece and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother-in-law, Jimmy Nevin. The family gives a special thank you to the nurses and doctors at Jefferson Hospital ICU and 4 North. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Friday, August 2, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A funeral service will take place on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Benjamin Schneider officiating. Burial will follow in Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth Twp. Memorial contributions may be made to Merakey Allegheny Valley School, 1992 Ewings Mill Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108-3380. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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Florence Lee Stirbis

July 31, 2024 |

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

Florence  Lee Stirbis, 84, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024. She was born April 5, 1940 in Pricedale and was the daughter of the late William and Lucinda "Lula" Rainey. She was the wife of the late James Edward Stirbis who passed away January 11, 2018. Florence was a member of the First Church of God in West Newton and Eastern Star in Scottdale. She was a retired Business Agent for SEIU Local 585, as well as a school bus driver for Elizabeth Forward ISD. She is survived by her son, Clark E. Sterner of Houston, TX., and nieces. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Lou Rainey. There is no visitation. Memorial Service will be held at the First Church of God, West Newton, on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:30 am. The Rev. Beth Dunlap will be officiating. Private burial will be at the Belle Vernon Cemetery, Belle Vernon. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, Director. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomreandcrematory.com

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Timothy James Stine

July 30, 2024 |

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

Timothy James Stine, age 52, of North Huntingdon, PA, died on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Born March 15, 1972, in Braddock, PA.

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Maxine M. Leffard

July 30, 2024 |

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

Maxine M. Leffard, 92, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully July 29, 2024 at UPMC East, Monroeville. She was born November 12, 1931 in Williamsport, a daughter of the late Stephen and Louise Luke Moday. She was a member of St. Angela Merici Catholic Church, White Oak and a member and past Wortherly Matron of Eastern Star. Maxine loved the cultural arts, cooking, spending time with her grandchildren, and spending her weekends in Ligonier. She was a former ballerina, a nurse educator for the polio unit under the direction of Jonas Salk, and a cat lover who leaves behind her beloved Mr. Cricket. Prior to her retirement, Maxine was employed as a Registered Nurse at Williamsport Hospital and McKeesport Hospital, U.S. Steel, and retired from Health America. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Leffard; son, James G. Leffard II; and brother, Stephen Moday, Jr. She is survived by her daughter Elaine Dodd (Brian); daughter-in-law, Maxine Leffard; grandchildren Christina Sechrist (Sean), Lauren Yeager (Justin), Kayleigh Miller (Colton), and Megan Dodd; great grandchildren, Alexandra, Liam, Hilda, Zachary, Clodagh, Casey, Howard, and McKenzie; sister Joyce Ann Derr and three brothers; and loving neighbor, Sue Leffard. Visitation will be Thursday 4-8 PM, James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, with additional viewing Friday morning from 9 to 9:30 AM. Mass will be held Friday at 10 AM at St. Angela Merici Church, White Oak. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to White Oak Animal Safe Haven. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.

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Frank M. Matick

July 30, 2024 |

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

Frank M. Matick, age 91, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, July 29, 2024 at his daughter’s home in Aliquippa. He was born October 15, 1932 in Wilmerding, PA, a son of the late Michael and Barbara Gruback Matick.  Frank was a member of St. Agnes Parish. He was employed by U.S. Steel Research as an electrician. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, going to Eat N Park, gardening, trips to Tennessee, and visiting his family, and was an animal lover. He is survived by his son, Gary Matick; two daughters, Diane Maddox and her husband, Allen, and Marianne Matick; and four grandchildren, Kaitlynn (Jeremy Dolence), Zachery, Madeline and Joshua Salek; and brother Richard Matick (Doris).  Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. Interment will be private at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ASPCA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Vincent C. Bazzone

July 29, 2024 |

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

Vincent C. Bazzone, born on July 18, 1986, departed from this world at his residence in Versailles Borough on July 25, 2024, at the age of 38. Vincent, the devoted son of the late Thomas G. and Tina M. (Mouring) Bazzone, will be remembered fondly for his compassionate nature and his dedication to helping others.

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Gary K. Gilmore

July 29, 2024 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Gary K. "Block" Gilmore, age 69, of Lincoln Borough, died July 24, 2024, at home. Born September 4, 1954, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Edward and Ada (Metz) Gilmore and the husband of Linda (Sass) Gilmore.
Gary was the proud owner and operator of Gary Gilmore Trucking. He had a passion for muscle cars and could frequently be found at local car shows. He had a need for speed and truly had a thrill for all automobile racing, drag racing, and Nascar. He loved a good laugh and a toast celebrating with friends.

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Christine Hamilton

July 27, 2024 |

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

Christine Hamilton, age 93, of White Oak, PA, died on Friday, July 26, 2024 at her home surrounded by family and friends. She was born in McKeesport, PA on July 8, 1931 and was the daughter of the late Dr. Arthur Henry, Sr. and Henrietta Michael Hartman. Christine graduated from the Pennsylvania College for Women, now Chatham University, in an era when this was not commonplace for women. She was a member of the McKeesport College Club, and the 20th Century Club where Christine served as past president in both clubs. She also volunteered for McKeesport Meals on Wheels, the McKeesport Regional History and Heritage Center, the McKeesport High School Alumni Association as well as many, many other organizations and charities that are too many to mention. She was absolutely one of the kindest women ever born. She truly loved her children and her many, many friends with whom she spent so much time enjoying her life.

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Edward Browning Collins

July 27, 2024 |

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

Edward Browning Collins, age 93, of West Newton, PA, formerly of McKeesport, PA, died on Friday, July 26, 2024. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 17, 1931 and was the son of the late Dr. Edward Wilson and Margaret Jones Collins. Edward was the husband of the late Suzanne Kohler Collins and the late Joan Thompson Collins. He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War as a Lieutenant having served aboard a gasoline tanker in the Pacific. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Med and Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Pennsylvania in 1952. To better utilize his writing skills, Ed took a job with Westinghouse as a technical writer and editor at the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in the Advanced Reactors division. Read More

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Katherine Mary Grace Bernthaler

July 27, 2024 |

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

Katherine Mary Grace Bernthaler, age 82, of White Oak, PA, died on Friday, July 26, 2024. She was born in McKeesport, PA on May 26, 1942 and was the daughter of the late Michael J. and Helen B. Funa Koss. She was the wife of the late Thomas P. Bernthaler, who died on February 10, 2009. Katherine was employed as a draftsman for various companies throughout her career. She was a member of Mary, Mother of God Parish, St. Angela Merici Church.

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Patricia Jo Usher

July 27, 2024 |

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

Patricia Jo Usher, age 69 of Stockdale, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh.  Born August 28, 1954 in Elizabeth, she was a daughter of the late John and Wanda (Woy) McGowan.  A retired secretary for Jefferson Hospital, Patricia is survived by her daughter Amanda J. (Daniel L.) Weissert of McKeesport and her niece Carrie (Rob) Yeager.  Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Sandy Hickman. 

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Judith Elaine Bennett “Memaw” Fresh

July 27, 2024 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Judith Elaine Bennett “Memaw” Fresh, 76 of Forward Township, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at Penn Highland Mon Valley Hospital. She was born in Monongahela on June 9, 1948, to the late Peter and Blanche Morvitz Sninsky. Judith was the loving wife of 34 years to the late William “Bill” Calvin Fresh. She is survived by daughters Judy Fresh of Glassport, Cindy (David) Nehila of Clairton, Debra Fresh of Bunola, Tabatha (George Bradshaw) Main of Belle Vernon, grandchildren Laurel, Destiny, David Jr., Dallis, Bella, Sway, Joss, Reagen, Rylee, Alexia, Bryson, Colton, Delilah, Ryder, Arianna, Jade, Emma and Timmy, pets Smokey, Kali, Momma Kitty, and Sassy. Judith was preceded in death by daughter Tammi Fresh, sons Timothy Fresh and Darron Main, and grandsons Bobby Butrym and Devin William Nehila, sister Barbara Bennett, brothers Jack Bennett, James Bennett, and John Sninsky. She was a member of the Bunola Church of the Nazarene. Judith enjoyed watching Unsolved Mysteries, was often engaged with activities though Community Life, and love being a caregiver and mother to everyone. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday July 30, 2024 from 4:00 – 8:00 P.M. at S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6^th St, Clairton, PA 15025 to be followed by a service at the funeral home at 8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the funeral home to defray costs. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

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Frances Marion (Heath) Crotti

July 27, 2024 |

By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Frances Marion (Heath) Crotti, age 82, of Port Vue passed from this life on July 27, 2024 at Riverside Health & Rehabilitation in McKeesport. Born October 18, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Franklyn Sr. and Edith (Rishell) Heath.

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Mary Audrey Billy

July 26, 2024 |

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

Mary Audrey Billy, 86, of McKeesport, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024. She was born at home in Glassport on December 31, 1937 and was the daughter of the late Victor and Elizabeth (Galic) Jaskolski. There is no visitation or services at this time. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.