Therese S. Isadore
December 11, 2018 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Robert G. Hodge
December 10, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Robert G. Hodge, age 84, of Jefferson Hills, died on Monday, December 10, 2018. He was born in Smithfield, PA on June 18, 1934, the son of the late David and Anna Mae Kennedy Hodge. Robert worked as a production foreman for US Steel Corporation, Irvin Works until his retirement in 1986.
He is survived by his wife, Marie A. Hodge; children, Robert C. Hodge of Levittown, NY, Pamela Baronti of Charleroi, Stephanie (Christopher) Classic of Dravosburg, and Michele (Blaine) McLaughlin of Four Oaks, NC; grandchildren, Tracy Baronti, Richard Baronti, Ronald Hodge, Marie Thomas, Katie Hodge, Crystal Jeznis, Breanne Morabito, Jamie Merlino, Katie Thomas, Vincent Baronti and Jessica Baronti; 14 great granchildren; siblings, Ruth Smitley of Jefferson Hills, Mary Jane McCorkle of Elizabeth Township, Alice Bucy of Portersville, IN. He is preceded in death by his siblings, Margaret Schwarz, John Hodge, Anna Mae Core, Clyde Hodge, David Hodge, Jr., and Gwendolyn Hodge.
Charles "Chick" Honick
December 10, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
The Lord calls each of us by name. On December 9, 2018 Charles “Chick” Honick of Elizabeth passed peacefully to join Jesus. He was born September 13, 1936 in McKeesport, the son of the late Joseph and Florence Randolph Honick. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Patricia Honick and his children Cheryl (Michael) Fullerton, Denise (Raymond) Schultz, Deborah Micallef, Edward (Cindy) Honick and Justin Honick. He was preceded in death by sons, William and Charles Honick. “Chick” was one of 13 children. He left behind 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was a devoted Christian and a member of “The Church” of Sutersville, PA. He was a veteran of the United States Army and retired police officer. “Except a man be born again he cannot see the Kingdom of Heaven” John 3:3.
Family and friends will be received on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 from 4:00 pm until the time of service at 7:00 pm at Strifflers of White Oak Cremation & Mortuary Services, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, Supervisor 412-678-6177). Pastor Frank Rocco officiating.
Mary Jane Kann
December 10, 2018 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Mary Jane Kann, age 86, of Pittsburgh, died December 9, 2018, at Reformed Presbyterian Home of Pittsburgh. Born July 14, 1932, the daughter of the late Dr. Walter and Mrs. Almeda (Brandt) Kann.
Elizabeth "Liz" Reist
December 10, 2018 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Elizabeth "Liz" Reist, age 62, of McKeesport, died December 8, 2018, at UPMC McKeesport. Born August 31, 1956, in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Sarah (Harshberger) Reist and the fiance of Mark "Jakes" Jacobs.
Dolores Wise
December 10, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dolores Wise, 78, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2018. She was born December 30, 1939 in Clairton and was the daughter of the late William and Helen (Kovka) Smith. Dolores was a member of St. Michael Parish in Elizabeth Township. Her family was everything in the world to her.
Emil Cominotti
December 10, 2018 |
By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes
Emil Cominotti, 94, of Dravosburg, passed away at home, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, December 8, 2018. He was born December 31, 1923, in Willock, PA, to the late Primo and Sylvia Natek Cominotti. Emil was a loving husband, for 59 years, to the late Loretta “Gerry” Geraldine McCallister Cominotti. Emil is survived by son, Mark Cominotti of Dravosburg; daughter, Christine (Mike) Gobbie of Glassport; grandchildren, Stephanie, Bob, Emily, Nicki, Erin, Anthony, Wesley, Michael, Mark, and Carly; great-grandchildren, Luke and Morgan who he loved dearly; sister, Jane Muller of OH; nieces and nephews. Along with his parents and spouse, Emil was preceded in death by sons, James and Dale Cominotti. He was a Staff Sergeant in the US Army during WWII, a member of St. Marks Roman Catholic Church, a lifetime member of Dravosburg American Legion Post 380, and Dravosburg Volunteer Fire Company #1. Emil retired from US Steel Edgar Thomson works after 44 years of employment, he was known to his co-workers in the Bop Shop as “Ponzi”. In the 60’s and 70’s, he was proud to be a baseball coach and vice president of the Dravosburg Boys’ Club. He was an avid hunter/fisherman and Pittsburgh Sports aficionado. Visitation will take place Friday, December 14, 2018 from 2 – 4 and 6 - 8 at I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4TH Street, Dravosburg, PA 15034. A mass will take place on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at 9:30 am at St. Marks Catholic Church in Liberty Boro, followed by interment at Jefferson Memorial Park in Pleasant Hills. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial contributions be made to Light of Life Rescue Mission, 913 Western Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15233 or at give.lightoflife.org Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com
Annabelle (Flenner) Prough
December 10, 2018 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Annabelle (Flenner) Prough, 82, a resident of Westmoreland Manor, passed away there Saturday December 8, 2018. She was born May 8, 1936 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Ernest and Annie (Wolfgang) Flenner and was also preceded in death by brothers Eugene, Ken, Bill, and Ernie Flenner. She was a member of Muhleman Memorial United Methodist Church, North Braddock. She is survived by her husband of over 62 years Richard J. Prough Sr.; her children Candy Omlor and her husband Garry of North Huntingdon and Dr. Rick Prough Jr. and his wife Julie of Bethel Park; her grandchildren; Ann Marie (Tim) Thompson of Whitehall, Cheryl (Sam) Colaianne and Brian (Kristen) Omlor both of North Huntingdon, Lauren (Eftakar) Alam of Virginia, Haley Prough of Bethel Park, and Saundra Joy DelGross of Texas; her great grandchildren; Em, Shay, Lori, Skylar, Vincent, Tabitha, Avery, Rylee, Noah James, and Cayden; sisters Joanne Kuzniewicz of Wisconsin and Blanche (Joe) Hachey and Nancy Lewis both of Maine; also nieces and nephews.
Devin Matta
December 10, 2018 |
By Editor | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere
Blaine Oliver Owens
December 10, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Blaine Oliver Owens, 84, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, December 8, 2018. He was born May 29, 1934 in Glassport and was the son of the late Stewart Joseph and Olive (Cummins) Owens. Blaine was a member of the Liberty Presbyterian Church and was retired from the former G.C. Murphy Co. Warehouse in Christy Park. He was a US Army Veteran.
Thomas J. Scheetz
December 07, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Thomas J. Scheetz, age 88 of North Huntingdon, died Thursday, December 6, 2018. He was born July 26, 1930 in McKeesport, the son of the late William F., Sr. and Elizabeth Kurth Scheetz and the husband of the late Dorothy M. Raible Scheetz. He is survived by his son, Thomas (Ladonna) Scheetz of Johnsonburg, PA, daughter, Michaelette Coder of North Huntingdon; grandchildren, Ashley Coder (Scott) Spalding, Sikira Scheetz and Lloyd Thomas Scheetz; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Matt, Dilyn and Jase Spalding; brother and sister-in-law, Alvin C. (Kim) Raible of Greensburg and Gloria (Luke) Knapp of Dawson, PA, also several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, Thomas was preceded in death by his brothers William and John Scheetz.
Florence Bentley
December 07, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
David H. Potts
December 06, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
David H. Potts, age 61 of McKeesport, died Thursday, December 6, 2018. He was born April 9, 1957 in Akron, Ohio and is the son of the late William E. and Gloria J. Tosi Potts. David is survived by his brothers, William E. (Kathleen) Potts of McKeesport, Joseph W. (Barbara) Potts of White Oak, Arthur W. (Susan) Potts of White Oak, Shawn (Kimberly) Potts of North Versailles; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and a great-great niece.
Lavonne Gertrude Sowers
December 06, 2018 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Lavonne Gertrude Sowers, age 91 of Monongahela, reunited with her husband and parents on Saturday, November 17, 2018. She was born October 25, 1927 in Monongahela, the daughter of the late Clyde Francis and Mildred Lewellyn Crookham, and wife of the late Norvelle James Sowers. She worked at First National Bank in Monongahela prior to becoming a full-time homemaker. Lavonne was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church in Monongahela. She loved caring for her grandchildren, shopping, watching Judge Judy, and she never missed an opportunity to cast her vote. A beloved mother, she is survived by her daughters, Vicki J. Lyons of McKeesport, Jeri S. (Paul) King of Monongahela, Penni (Michael) Cooper of Norton, OH, and Donna (Tracy) Ames of Fallowfield Twp., PA; grandchildren, William (Abbe) King of Leander, TX, Ann King of Allenwood, PA, Samuel and Zachary Ames of Fallowfield Twp.; great-grandchildren, Alexander and Andrew King; nieces, Linda (Davis) Yohe and Natalie (Craig) Bowen; great nieces and nephews, Allison, Christopher, Ashley and Brody; and other nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law, Harry E. and Jesse Crookham.
Theresa K. Marino
December 06, 2018 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Theresa K. Marino ("Terry", "Tee Dee", and recently, "Ti Ti"), 91, of North Versailles, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2018. She was born March 29, 1927, in Elwood, Indiana and was the daughter of the late Harold "Pete" and Mary Katherine (Dyer) Walman. Terry was a member of Corpus Christi Parish. She was politically engaged and served at the election polls for more than 40 years. She was compassionate and social, and quick to make new friends. She worked as a pharmacist technician at Revco, a cashier at Marraccini's, and a caregiver for many years. Terry will be remembered as feisty, strong-willed, and a loving mother, grandmother, and friend of strong Catholic faith.
