October 24, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Kenneth "Bruce" Schneider, 64, of Somerset, Pa., passed away October 20, 2018 at Somerset Hospital. He was born January 27, 1954 a son of Pauline Duncan Schneider and the late William Schneider. Bruce was employed in the shipping and receiving department for Shuster's Building Components and was a member of the Norwin Alliance Church. He coached NCAA and Pal little league baseball and loved to sing in the choir. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Bill and Ted Schneider. He is survived by his wife, Paula Kuhn Schneider; sons, Kristoffer, Kevan and Jason Schneider; brother, Tim Schneider; and grandchildren, Bria and Kaiah Schneider and Tyler Larson. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Sunday from 1-3 and 5-6 p.m. A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. in the funeral home. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
October 22, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
DAVID R. PETERSON age 69, of West Mifflin, suddenly on October 21, 2018. Beloved husband of 49 years to Janet (Matis) Peterson; loving father of Hope Peterson of West Mifflin, Linsey (Eric) Havel of Bellevue, and Timothy Peterson of Duquesne; brother of Christine Peterson of West Mifflin, Eric (Denise) Peterson of West Mifflin, and the late Jenny Cabray; loving grandfather of Emma, Zachary, Derek, Peyton, Hannah, Lucas, and Claire. Dave proudly served in the US Navy from 1967-1971. Dave was a proud life member of the American Legion, former board member of Post 712, Pleasant Hills, and active member of Post 760, Bethel, and a life member of the NRA. Dave was passionate about riding motorcycles and cheering for the Steelers. He was captain of the Syria Shrine Patrol 2006, and a past master of the Jappa Lodge #714.
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October 22, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Helen Rose Arendas, age 98 of N. Versailles, died Sunday, October 21, 2018. She was born April 26, 1920 in White Valley, PA, the daughter of the late George and Francis Demshire Previc, and the wife of the late George W. Arendas. She was preceded in death by her son Robert G. Arendas and 12 siblings. She loved Polka dancing and frequented the Slovenian Ballroom in Herminie, PA.
Helen is survived by her sons, David W. (Sue) Arendas of Clarion, PA, George C. (Christine) Arendas of San Diego, CA, daughter-in-law, Roean Arendas of N. Versailles; granddaughters, Nicola (Bruce) Eaton, Erin Arendas and Andrea Arendas, all of San Diego; and great-grandson, Lincoln.
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October 22, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Judith "Judy" Ann Curry, 77, of Elizabeth Township, died Saturday, October 20, 2018. She was born November 25, 1940 in West Elizabeth and was the daughter of the late Frank and Sara (Walker) Bartko. Judy and her husband Michael are the owners of Johnny's Drive-In in West Elizabeth. She is survived by her husband, Michael Curry, sons, Michael D. Curry of Carnegie and Jeffrey Allen (Kathy) Curry of Oxford, and grandchildren, Luke and Sara Curry.
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October 22, 2018 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Fenicia Rosa "Fannie" Como, age 95, of Port Vue, died October 20, 2018, at Senior Care Plaza of McKeesport. Born September 18, 1923, in Monessen, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Antoinette (Satriano) Stella and the wife of the late John J. Como.
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October 22, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Elizabeth A. (Komondor) Lux, 95, of Glassport died Oct. 21, 2018. She is the wife of the late Edwin A. Lux, Sr. and is survived by her step daughter, Irma Boda; also nieces and nephews. Elizabeth was a member of Queen of the Rosary Parish. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport, Tues. from 1-3, at which time a funeral blessing will be held with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki. In liew of flowers, memorial contributions may be mad to your favorite charity.
October 22, 2018 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Kathleen E. Eastman, age 65, of West Mifflin, died October 20, 2018, at UPMC McKeesport. Born October 9, 1953, in West Mifflin, she was the daughter of the late John Patrick and Delores Hanna and the wife of Robert "Eep" Eastman.
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October 22, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
James F. Svec, age 78, of Elizabeth Twp., passed away on Sunday, October 21, 2018 in Jefferson Hospital. A retired group benefits administrator for Alcoa in Pittsburgh, he was a U.S. Navy Veteran and a member of Central Highlands Community United Methodist Church in Elizabeth Twp. He was also a member of the East McKeesport Masonic Lodge #765 of Duquesne, the North Huntingdon AARP, a lifetime member of the Central Volunteer Fire Company, and was a former civil service coordinator in Elizabeth Twp. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing dart ball at Central Highlands.
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October 21, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Elizabeth "Betty" Olwell, 88, of North Huntingdon, passed away Saturday October 20, 2018 at Transitions Health Care, North Huntingdon. She was born January 14, 1930 in Pittsburgh, Pa., a daughter of the late Raymond and Loretta Huber Gordon. Betty was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon, North Huntingdon Democrat Club, 500 Bid Card Club, Christian Mothers and the Women at the Moose.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Richard; son, Richard Jr.; brothers, John, Robert and Raymond Gordon; sisters, Dolores Bradley and Norma Condrin. She is survived by her sons, Raymond (Susie), Jude (Anna), Kenneth (Donna), James (Karen); daughter Lorrie Kabana (Al); 11 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren; sisters, Lorraine McCartan, and Maryann Gordon.
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October 21, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Paul H. Bergman, 85, of North Huntingdon died October 20, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 17, 1933 in Irwin, son of the late Harold and Hazel Peterson Bergman. Paul was a member of The Lutheran Church of Our Saviour, and The Italian Brotherhood of Guffey. Prior to retirement he was employed as a Purchasing Agent for Penn State Tool & Die. Paul was a US Army Veteran having served during the Korean War. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Donald and sister Carole Ann Aiken. He is survived by his wife Nancy, sons Drew (Sandi) and Brian. Grandchildren Jesse, Brian, Beth (Rick) Mitchell, Aaron and Nicolina. Great Grandchildren Aria and Richard (RJ).
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October 20, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Sarah “Sally” C. Petras, age 79 of McKeesport, died Saturday, October 20, 2018 at LGAR Health & Rehabilitation Center, Turtle Creek, PA. She was born March 15, 1939 in New Eagle, PA, the daughter of the late Daniel M. and Lois Seng Plummer. In her early years Sally worked at R.E. Kaplan Furniture, Pittsburgh Playhouse, Hamil Manufacturing and Johnston the Florist. She enjoyed sewing and making clothes and costumes for her daughter. Her greatest joy was tending to her grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Leslie F. Petras; daughter, Danielle Anthony of N. Huntingdon; brother, Daniel Plummer of Santa Monica, CA; and grandchildren, Katherine Rose and Gabriel J. Anthony.
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October 19, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Clorinda “Clo” Mastrocola, age 95, of North Versailles, passed away Tuesday, October 16, 2018. She was born August 12, 1923 in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Charles and Nichol Mastrocola. She was a member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Forest Hills. She worked in the drafting department of Westinghouse Corporation in East Pittsburgh for over 39 years before retiring. She volunteered at the museum in Wilmerding and was a proud supporter of President Donald Trump. She is survived by her sisters Katherine Mastrocola and Betty (Richard) Groff; and many nieces and nephews.
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October 19, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Kathryn Z. Murcek, 94, a resident of Golden Heights, former of North Huntingdon, died Wednesday October 17, 2018. She was born December 12, 1923 in Duquesne, a daughter of the late Rev. John and Katherine (Cernacek) Murcek and was also preceded in death by her siblings Olga Klevemann, Si, John L., David J., Milan S., Walter A., Daniel B., and Dr. Martin Murcek, Mildred Galla, and Milicent Prokop. She was a graduate of Duquesne High School and attended the Art Institute of Pittsburgh for two years. She was a retired assistant officer for Mellon Bank, Pittsburgh.
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October 19, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Barry C. Johnson, age 70, of Elizabeth, passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at home. He retired as a crane operator for Tube City Iron & Metal in West Mifflin. A former member of Bethesda United Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth, he was a school bus driver with Matthews Bus Garage and a former starter at Butler's Golf Course.
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October 19, 2018 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Irene “Rene” Ruth Harmon Stokes, 94, of Clairton, formerly of Elrama, passed away at Lawson’s Nursing Home Friday, October 19, 2018 to be received into the everlasting arms of our Savior. She was born October 3, 1924, in Finleyville, to the late Kinzy F. and Annie Mae Tulloh Harmon. Irene was a loving wife, of 70 years, to the late Robert I. Stokes. She is survived by daughters, Deborah S. (William) Straub of Daniels, WV, Gayle S. Colonna of Clairton; son, Gary R. (Cheryl) Stokes of McKeesport; grandchildren, Rebekah Straub of Lexington, KY, Abbey Miller of Trafford, Jennifer Colonna of Portland, OR, Meghan (Frank) Walker of New Albany, OH, Leland Colonna of Clairton; great-grandchildren, Baylee, Finlee, Rylee, Bentlee; loving nieces, nephews, family and friends. Along with her parents and spouse, Irene was preceded in death by siblings; Phoebe O’Dell, Edith Bardyn, Marge Jenkins, William Harmon, Merle Stout, Albert Harmon, Kathleen Parish, Leonard Harmon, Eloise Brallier, and Lena Mae Cowden. She was a graduate of Clairton High School and attended Duff’s School of Business. Irene was a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School. She enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, church, and spending time with her family. Visitation will take place Sunday, October 21, 2018 from 6 – 8 pm at S. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th Street, Clairton, PA 15025. A memorial service will take place on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at the funeral home followed by interment at Mount Vernon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Family Hospice & Palliative Care, 50 Moffett Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15243. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com