February 19, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Edward J. Vojtek, age 89 of West Mifflin, died Saturday, January 20, 2018. He was born in McKeesport, the son of the late John and Agnes Vojtek, Sr., and husband of the late Phyllis Gray Vojtek. Edward served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Alaska. He worked as a press operator for GM in West Mifflin until his retirement. Edward loved hunting, was an avid trap shooter and belonged to several gun clubs. He is survived by his daughter Donna (John) Nixon of Mansfield, Ohio, granddaughter Erin (Dean) Pontikos of Brecksville, Ohio, 2 great grandsons, William and Johnny, and brother Albert (Martha) Vojtek of Fort Gratoit, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his brother John Jr., and sister Emma Mehalik.
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February 19, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
George Abraham Lucky, age 86 of White Oak, died Sunday, February 18, 2018. He was born in Flat, Texas on February 18, 1932, the son of the late David and Florence Posey Lucky. George served in the U.S. Airforce during the Korean War and worked as an engineer for Westinghouse until his retirement in 1992. He was a member of the White Oak American Legion Post 701 and loved working with computers.
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February 19, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
William "Will" Regis Gormley, 43, of Port Vue, died Thursday, February 15, 2018. He was born in McKeesport on May 8, 1974 and was the son of Regis Gormley of Monroeville and Elizabeth Feryak Churchill of Turtle Creek. Will was a Crane Operator at US Steel Edgar Thomson Works. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Angel Ann Kliment Gormley and daughters, Alexis Raine Gormley and Piper Willow Gormley. He was preceded in death by his brother, David Gormley.
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February 19, 2018 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Margaret "Peggy" Radvansky Randall, age 95, of White Oak, Died February 17, 2018, at UPMC East Hospital. Born March 13, 1922, in Homestead, PA, she was the daughter of the late Bertalan and Mary Pastor and the wife of the late Stephen "Puffy" Radvansky Randall.
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February 18, 2018 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Charles Michael Nordine, 72 of Clairton, formerly of the state of California, passed away on Saturday, February 17th, 2018 at Manor Care in Bethel Park. He was born April 14, 1945 in Clairton to the late Roy and Mary Pholar Nordine. He is survived by his many nieces and nephews, and his close friends Linda and Clyde “Butch”. Charles was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Mary Nordine, his brothers; Roy Nordine, Conrad Nordine, and John Nordine, and sisters Carole Shaffer and Vivian Kerekes. He was a member of the Wilson Presbyterian Church in Clairton. Charles enjoyed computers, and reading. Arrangements have been entrusted to S.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 432 N. 6th St, Clairton, PA 15025. 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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February 18, 2018 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Sylvina “Vina” J. March, 81, of Glassport died Saturday February 17, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Alvin and Hazel Murray. Vina is survived by her children Jamie (Paul) Trunzo of Glassport, PA, Sharon (Karen) Miller of Lexington, TN, and John (Susan) Miller of Waterford, PA; sister Martha Miller of Waterford, PA; 3 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband James R. March, and siblings Alma Gur, James Murray, Gene Murray, and Jack Murray. She enjoyed spending time in Bedford, casino trips, bingo, and she was an active participant in her community. Her proudest accomplishment was the revitalization of the Glassport Senior Center. She was a social member of the Glassport Sons of Italy, Chair of Trustees of Glassport United Methodist Church, Director of Glassport Senior Citizen Center, and owner of the former Vina’s Cleaners in Glassport. Friends will be received Monday from 2-8pm at the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport. A blessing will be held at the funeral home Tuesday morning 10am with Pastor Hal Dangel, interment following Round Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Glassport Senior Citizens Center.
February 17, 2018 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
George H. Kessler, 76, of McKeesport, formerly of Lincoln Place, passed away on Thursday, February 15th 2018 at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. He was born in Pittsburgh on December 19, 1941 to the late William R. and Margaret E. Haser Kessler. George is survived by siblings; Robert Kessler of McKeesport, Lauretta Gardner of Lincoln Place, and Edward Kessler of California. “Uncle George” is also survived by his many nieces, great nieces, nephews and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; William and Margaret Kessler, and brother William Kessler. George proudly served in the U.S. Army, was an avid gun enthusiast, and a lover of all animals. Arrangements have been entrusted to I.M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. Inurnment will take place at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com.
February 16, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
RICHARD PHILLIP “RICKY” FALCHETTI age 66, passed away peacefully at the Veterans Administration H.J. Heinz Community Living Center on February 14, 2018. He lived and worked most of his life in the Duquesne area, including working at US Steel Duquesne Works, primary mill. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era where he received a National Defense Service Medal and an Army Commendation Medal. He was diagnosed with ALS in early 2017 and fought this terrible disease at home with the help of family members, friends, and as the disease progressed, his care was continued by loving and caring people at the VA. He was a son of the late Louise Rose (Consiglio) Falchetti. He is survived by his father, Richard L. Falchetti; brothers, Mark (Rosemarie), Byron and Keith (Mary Anne); and sister, Carmela; and special friend, Paulette Barry. He loved his nieces, Alyssa, Liana, Julia, Maria, Brittnie, Paige and Anziana; and great-nieces, Hailey and Natalie; and his aunt, Pat, in Kentucky; also cousins. There will be no visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Church of Christ the Light of the World Parish on Saturday, February 24, 2018, at 10 a.m. where Military Honors will be rendered. The family extends its special gratitude to all the wonderful caregivers, volunteers and community members and fellow veterans at the H.J. Heinz VA Living Center Unit 3A. Arrangements entrusted to MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, Duquesne, PA 412-466-3300.
February 16, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
IRENE E. POLLAK age 88, of West Mifflin, on February 15, 2018, at the home of her daughter. Irene was a member of St. Joseph Church and their Confraternity of Christian Mothers and Guild. She was the first participant of Community Life in McKeesport and cut the ribbon at their grand opening where she spent countless hours. She played the ukulele and enjoyed arts and crafts and polka parties. She was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Tankovits) Basista. She was the wife of the late Joseph S. Pollak; mother of Joseph (Carole) Pollak of West Mifflin, Debbie (Jimbo) Kopay, with whom she resided, Vicki (Terry) Davis of Westmoreland City and the late Kenneth Pollak. She was the grandmother of Jon Spiewak, Jessie (Jay) Kopay, Joey (Jim) Sapp, Misty (Dave) DeRiggi, Natalie (Tony) Leber, Kenny (Julie) Pollak; great- grandmother of Desiree, Keirston, Madelyn, Skyler, Trinity, Rocco, Austin, Anthony, Mia, Avery and KJ; stepsister of Frank Basista of Florida. Visitation on Monday, February 19, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne, 412-466-3300 where a Blessing Service will be held Tuesday, February 20, 2018, at 9:30 a.m. followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church at 10 a.m. Rev. Thomas Lewandowski, officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Irene’s family would like to thank the staff at Community Life for the exceptional care and love given to Irene.
February 16, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Christopher Matteo Calderone, age 2, of North Versailles, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at UPMC McKeesport. He was a member of St. Maurice Parish in Forest Hills. Born December 24, 2015 in Pittsburgh, he was a son of Justin R. and Shannon L. (Faix) Calderone of North Versailles. In addition to his parents, he is survived by maternal grandmother, Dorsey Faix of Brentwood; paternal grandmother, Kathy L. Maione of Charleroi; paternal grandfather, Bruce (Kathleen) Calderone of Collinsburg; paternal great-grandparents, Don and Bernadine Brewer of Yukon; also, aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends will be received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 North Second Avenue, Elizabeth on Sunday, February 18, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. A Blessing will take place on Monday, February 19, 2018 at 10 AM in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Kenneth W. Marlovits. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.
February 16, 2018 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Barry “Bear” Wright, age 67, of Wilson, passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at Jefferson Hospital. A Navy veteran having served in Vietnam, he was a retired self-employed contractor. He enjoyed fishing and shooting, and was a member of the Wilson American Citizens Club, the Thompson Run Athletic Club, and VFW Post 803 in Wilson.
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February 16, 2018 |
By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home
Irma Joan Fraas,85 passed away February 14, 2018 in Kane McKeesport
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February 16, 2018 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Richard D. Alberts, Sr., age 72, of Elizabeth Twp., died February 14, 2018, at home. Born August 19, 1945, in San Antonio, TX, he was the son of the late Fred Alberts and the husband of Diane (Kelly) Alberts for 53 years.
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February 16, 2018 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Goodish, Alice Jane. Aged 76, passed in Lake city, FL on January 30, 2018, due to complications related to a house fire. Born September 7, 1941 in Duquesne PA to Alice Eismont/Lemak/Uhren and Steve Lemak.
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February 15, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
ROBERT A. BELL age 82, of Duquesne, on February 15, 2018. Bob was retired from Tygart Steel and also as a security guard from Braddock Hospital. He was a model train enthusiast, coached Duquesne Little League for 22 years, enjoyed bowling for over 50 years and was a former member of L.O.O.M. #75. Husband to the late Mary (Kemeny) Bell; father of Robert Bell of West Mifflin, John (Missy) Bell of Munhall and the late James J. Bell; grandfather of Wayne Stephen Bell and the late Christopher John Bell. Survived by sister, Dee Monaghan of Dravosburg and Eleanor Halazynski of Philipsburg; and his goddaughter, Brina. Visitation Saturday and Sunday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME,915 Kennedy Ave., Duquesne (412-466-3300). Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, February 19, 2018 at St. Joseph Church, Duquesne at 10 a.m. Reverend Thomas Lewandowski officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
