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Paul T. Cody

January 23, 2018 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Paul T. Cody, 89, of North Huntingdon, died Saturday January 20, 2018. He was born November 30, 1928 in Pittsburgh a son of the late Martin and Marie Cody and was raised by his grandparent the late Timothy and Mabel Sexton. Paul was a retired dispatcher for the Port Authority of Allegheny County, a Navy veteran of WWII, and a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, North Huntingdon. He enjoyed his golfing and bowling leagues, was an avid reader and history buff, and loved to fish. His Sunday was not complete if he could not complete the New York Times crossword puzzle in an hour. In addition to his parents and grandparents he is preceded in death by children Paul Cody and Kathleen Billings and siblings Dorothy McDermott, Terrance and Patrick Cody. He is survived by his wife Theresa (Cicco) Cody; his children Barbara Mills, Vicki Weber, Mary E. Aitkin, and Christopher Cody; eight grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; also nieces and nephews including special niece Linda Williams.
 
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David Earl Robertson, Jr.

January 23, 2018 |

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

David Earl Robertson, Jr. 47, of Forward Township, died Sunday, January 21, 2018 at home. He was born August 12, 1970 in Jeannette and was the son of the late David E. Robertson, Sr. and the late Carolee Bodnar Robertson. David was an Electrician and was a member of the PNA. He is survived by his son, Chance David Robertson and daughter, Jordan Nicole Robertson of Altamonte Springs, FL, sisters, Leeann (Patrick Finney) Robertson of Forward Township and Nancy (Paul) Malush of Smock, and nephews, Tyler, Brad, Tyler, Dylan, Gunnar and Sawyer.

 
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Maria Elizabeth (Bajus) Heddleston

January 23, 2018 |

By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home

Maria Elizabeth (Bajus) Heddleston, 42, is now with the Lord, after her 7-year battle of stage four breast cancer, on January 22, 2018 in Pittsburgh, PA. 

Maria was born August 28, 1975 in Pittsburgh, PA to Donald and Mary Louise Bajus.  She was a 1993 graduate of Steel Valley High School and received her Bachelor’s Degree from Edinboro University in 1997.  She also earned a Master’s of Education from Slippery Rock in 2003.  In 2008, she became a National Board Certified Teacher and recently became recertified in December of 2017.  She was very active in St. John’s Byzantine Catholic Church in Munhall.  Maria married Brian Heddleston in November of 2001.

 
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Brenda L. Chadwick

January 23, 2018 |

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

Brenda L. Chadwick, age 69, of McKeesport, died January 21, 2018, at home with her family by her side. Born March 14, 1948, in Clearfield, KY, she was the daughter of the late James O. and Elnora Faye (Mynheir) Lambert and the wife of James L. Chadwick for over 45 years.

 
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Goldie R. (Demes) Oskin

January 22, 2018 |

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

GOLDIE R. (DEMES) OSKIN Goldie was born on April 22, 1931, and was called to heaven on January 21, 2018. She was a graduate of Duquesne High School where she returned in 1967 as a Business teacher. Her activities included drama coach, cheerleading sponsor, choral director, pep club advisor, senior class advisor, year book advisor, and music teacher on an “Emergency Certificate.” She also taught at Glassport in its final year as the Glassport Education District (1965-66) and then at South Allegheny in its first year as the jointure (1966-67). She received her BS degree in Education from the University of Pittsburgh and is a life-long member of the Pitt Alumni Association. She was also a member of the Heinz Chapel Choir in the early 50’s. In addition, Mrs. Oskin was a member of the NEA-R, PSEA-R, and the Allegheny County-R Education Association. In the community, she served as Secretary of the City of Duquesne Planning Commission; Treasurer of the Board of the Duquesne-West Mifflin Boys and Girls Club; Secretary of P.R.I.D.E. (Easter Egg Hunt, Light-Up Night Emcee, Clean-Up City with School Students, and Concerts in the Park). She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Duquesne for 74 years where she was the organist, a choir member, Clerk of Session, Elder, Sunday school teacher, Summer Bible School supervisor, and a member of the Church’s drama group. Mrs. Oskin was a member of the International Federation of Women’s Clubs on the local, county, district, and state levels. Locally, she served as President of the GFWC Women’s Club of Duquesne, the Circa East Civic Club, the ACFWC Circle of Presidents, and then as President of the Allegheny County Federation of Women’s Clubs. In the Southwestern District, she acted as Chairman of many departments, and on the state level, she co-chaired three conventions for the Pennsylvania Federation of Women’s Clubs. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Elizabeth Demes; siblings, Elizabeth (Steve) Mazura, Frank (Elizabeth) Demes, Irene (Ned) Moyle; and her husband, Glen R. Oskin, Sr. and her son, Glen R. Oskin, Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Spell (William Sr.) of Duquesne; daughter-in-law, Pat Zelop of Belleville, TX; grandchildren, William Spell Jr. (Heather) of Herminie, Jenna Spell of Duquesne, Glen Oskin III (Desiree) of College Station, TX, and Lindsey Gilley (Scott) of Houston, TX; great-grandchildren, Baily, William III, and Brody Spell, Peyton and Parker Oskin, and Jackson, Ryan, and Maddie Gilley; her loving sister-in-law, Agnes “Nan” (Oskin) of East McKeesport; also numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday and Friday 2-8 p.m. at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, 915 Kennedy Avenue, Duquesne 412-466-3300. Additional visitation on Saturday, January 27, from 10-11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Duquesne, 719 Duquesne Blvd., where her services will be held at 11 a.m. Reverend Judy Slater officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Prysbeterian Church of Duquesne.

 
 
 


Frances M. Jones

January 22, 2018 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Frances M. Jones, 75, of Elizabeth died January 21, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Curtis and Margaret (Puckey) Everett. She is survived by children Curtis (Gail) Streyle, Allen (Peggy) Streyle, James (Victoria) Williams, Donnetta (William) Goodrich, Glori (Ed) Slate, Mara George, Kelly (Harry) Lueckert, Amber Williams, Adale Williams, Chad (April) Williams, and Christy Telles; niece Connie (Paul) Kennedy; nephew Donnie (Rachel) Everett; also many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends received Wed. 6-8 at The Church 1683 Mars Hill Rd, Sutersville and Thur. 2-4 and 6-8 at The Church. A funeral service will be held Fri. 10am at The Church with Pastor Frank Rocco, interment following Round Hill Cemetery. 

 


Robert E. Wineland

January 22, 2018 |

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

Robert E. Wineland, age 74 of McKeesport, died Monday, January 22, 2018. He was born January 9, 1944 in McKeesport, the son of the late Earl W. and Elizabeth Plues Wineland. Robert served in the U.S. Marine Corp. in motor transport during the Vietnam War.

 
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Christine M. Spanbauer

January 22, 2018 |

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

Christine M. Spanbauer, age 65 of Liberty Borough, passed away at home on Monday, January 22, 2018 after a 7 1/2 year fight with cancer.  Born November 26, 1952 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of Olga (Knezevich) Pribanich of Glassport and the late John Pribanich. 

 
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Audrey A. Staszak

January 22, 2018 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Audrey A. Staszak, 62 of Glassport, died Jan. 20, 2018.  She is the daughter of the late Stanley and Dorothy (Elkowitz) Karnash.  She is survived by her daughter Jennifer Staszak; granddaughter Kaylin Staszak and brother Richard Karnash.  Audrey was a unit clerk for Jefferson Hospital.  Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport, Thurs. 2-4 and 6-8.  A funeral blessing will be held Fri. 10:00 am in the funeral home with Father Miroslaus Wojcicki.

 


Donald J. Duffy

January 22, 2018 |

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

Donald J. Duffy, 86, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, January 22, 2018 at RNC Greensburg.  He was born, April 16, 1931 in East Pittsburgh, a son of the late James and Marie (Lewis) Duffy.

 
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Nancy Moller

January 22, 2018 |

By William H. Craig Funeral Home | Posted in: William H Craig Funeral Home

Nancy Moller, 69 of Port Vue passed away January 20,2018 in UPMC Presby. She was born in McKeesport Feburary 12,1948

 
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Shirley Ann Orbin

January 21, 2018 |

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

Shirley Ann Orbin passed away suddenly in her West Newton, Pennsylvania, home on January, 20, 2018. She was 66. She is survived by her two daughters, Rhonda Anthony (Orville) and Lisa Carwithen; three grandchildren, Bekah, Joseph, and Reece Carwithen; and two great-grandchildren, Braxton and Bailee. She was predeceased by her husband, Dennis R. Orbin.

 
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Daniel Shane Powell

January 21, 2018 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Daniel Shane Powell, 38, of Pittsburgh, passed unexpectedly Friday January 12, 2018. He was born August 21, 1979 in Braddock, a son of the late Daniel H. Powell Sr. and Debbie Reynolds. Daniel had a great sense of humor, enjoyed making others laugh, spending time with friends, playing computer, and video games. He is survived by his siblings Daniel H. (Danielle) Powell Jr. of Jeannette, Joph Greyno of Uniontown, Crystal (Jeff) Bick of Jeannette, Amanda Reynolds of Blairsville, Jeff (Rebecca) Greyno of Monarch, Samantha Powell-Reedy of Pittsburgh, Katie Powell-Reedy of White Oak, Richard Powell-Schmidt of Jeannette, and Tabatha Powell-Reedy of Irwin; many nieces and nephews.
 
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Marie Camille Pape (Sturchio) Del Grosso

January 21, 2018 |

By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Marie Camille Pape (Sturchio) Del Grosso, age 83, went home to be with the Lord peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, January 18, 2018. She was born August 10, 1934 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Louis and Anna Marie Sturchio. She retired after 20 years as a deli cook at the Foodland in Turtle Creek and enjoyed the time she spent at the Life Pittsburgh Senior Center in McKees Rocks. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband John Del Grosso and second husband Jack Pape; son John Del Grosso; brother Ralph Sturchio; and sister Nancy Carnevale. She is survived by her children Lena (Doug) King, Frank (Karen) Del Grosso and Jack Pape; 10 grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren; brothers Louis (Myra) Sturchio and Larry (Marilyn) Sturchio; and sisters Betty (Henry) Bachorski and Dolly Pici; and special cousin Tony DelleFemine, loved by many nieces and nephews; close friend Betty Zielinski; and Marie’s poodle Bella.
 
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Doris K. Mundorf

January 21, 2018 |

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

Doris K. Mundorf, age 94, of White Oak, died January 18, 2018, at Atria Senior Living of the South Hills.

 
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