December 31, 2017 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
It is with deep sadness that the family of George Michael Cherepko announces he left this earthly realm, on Saturday, December 23, 2017, at the age of 32 years. George was born in McKeesport on July 14, 1985 where he grew to love the outdoors, bon-fires, sports, and all aspects of the arts including painting, drawing, music and dancing.
George was a loving son, who will forever remain in the hearts and be remembered as a precious gift by his mother Tricia McNelis and step-father Tom Rodgers of Elizabeth Township and George J. Cherepko of McKeesport. In addition, George leaves a legacy of his precious children who he loved beyond words, Natalia, Dylan, and Colin Bargiel and their mother Amanda Bargiel of North Huntingdon, Noah Borreggine-Cherepko and his mother, Noelle Borreggine of McKees Rocks, and Makenna Lace Cherepko and her mother, Chelsea Carini of Belle Vernon.
George was a spirited and loved older brother to Damian Cherepko and sister Chelsea Cherepko of Elizabeth Township. George was the cherished grandson of Kathleen (Kathy) Allen and Toni Lipchey of McKeesport. George will also be fondly missed and loved by his Uncle, Frank (Christie) Kandcer and cousins, Rachel of Pittsburgh, Pierce, Logan and Ethan Kandcer of Elizabeth Township. George will be forever remembered by numerous additional aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Read More
December 31, 2017 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Yvonne (Beatty) Perry, age 85, of North Versailles, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2017. She was a long-time member of Linway United Presbyterian Church in North Versailles where she taught Sunday school and participated in the women’s groups. She loved doing crafts and enjoyed painting items made of wood that her late husband made. She was known by many because of her work helping voters at the polling booths in North Versailles, and was a fan of the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Indianapolis Colts. She is preceded in death by her husband of over 49 years LeRoy C. Perry; daughter Cathy Medved; parents John Ray and Pearl (Harper) Beatty; and sisters Wanda Morris and Sharon Norris. She is survived by her daughter Dawn (Jerry) Hornyak; son-in-law Steve Medved; grandchildren Jerry (Kara) Hornyak, Joanna (Ron) Michalak, Jennifer (Kris) Kovarik, Christopher (Jessica) Medved and Rebecca (Ryan) Shearer; and great grandchildren Emma, Jacob, Bailey, Brennan, Travis, Austin, Ava, Christian, Brynn and Kailey.
Read More
December 31, 2017 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Mark R. Smith, age 59, of McKeesport, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday December 27, 2017. He was born November 19, 1958 in McKeesport a son of Barbara (Kossuth) Smith and the late George B. Smith. He worked for many years at Ansaldo STS in Pittsburgh. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter Casey Smith and her fiancée Andrew Rogowski; and brothers George (Kathy) Smith of New Stanton, Roger Smith of McKeesport and Brian (Corinda) Smith of Liberty Boro.
Read More
December 30, 2017 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Mary Kay Ashton, age 87, of McKeesport, passed away on December 30, 2017. She was born in Warren, PA on April 13, 1930, the daughter of John and Mary Buda Strefeler and the wife of the late Edward J. Ashton. She is survived by her daughter, Jane (John) Aiken of Monroeville: granchildren, Edward Aiken of Durham, NC, Dr. Allison (Mang Chen) Aiken of Berkley, CA, and Janelle (Ian) Eberhardt of Brighton Heights; great grandchild Rohan Aiken Chen; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was especially close with her niece, Trish. She is preceded in death by brothers, Edmund & Jim Strefeler.
Read More
December 30, 2017 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Donald J. Wiernicki, 79, of Glassport died Friday December 29, 2017. He was the son of the late Joseph and Pauline (Marchuska) Wiernicki. He is survived by his beloved wife Lynn Wiernicki; daughter Kim (Mark) Wiernicki; son Brian (Joey) Wiernicki; and grandchildren Justin and Anthony. He was preceded in death by his siblings Joseph, John, and Florence. Donald was a member of the Army Reserves. Arrangements made by the Wojciechowski Funeral Home.
December 29, 2017 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Frank M. Matesig, age 63, of Glassport, died December 25, 2017, at John J. Kane Regional Medical Center.
Read More
December 29, 2017 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Andrea Bartko, Esq., age 55, of White Oak passed away peacefully on December 28, 2017 after a long battle with cancer. Married 35 years to her soul mate and loving husband, Kevin, she cherished every moment with him. Survived by her parents, Leonard and Andrea Fulem Mack of Hudson, FL, brother Daniel Mack of Tampa, FL, and many cousins, nieces and a nephew.
Read More
December 29, 2017 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Services were held for Donald H. Ohnhaus.
To view the the obituary in it's entirety please visit
December 28, 2017 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Steve C. Kertis, age 89 of West Mifflin, died Thursday, December 28, 2017. He was born January 22, 1928 in McKeesport, the son of the late Stephen and Anna Kertis and husband of the late Sarah Rose Bowers Kertis. He served in the US Army during WWII in the Philippines and Pearl Harbor. He was employed at US Steel Christy Park Works until he retired then became an optician. He was also a member of the White Oak American Legion Post #701.
Read More
December 28, 2017 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Andrew M. Ryan, age 74 of Wall, died Thursday, December 28, 2017. He was born September 28, 1943 in Wilkinsburg, the son of the late Leo Michael and Mary Witouski Ryan. Andrew worked for Keystone Auto Parts from 1976 until his retirement in 2007. He loved woodworking and was so proud of all the projects he made for so many friends and family.
Read More
December 28, 2017 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Lisa A. Abrams, age 74 of Pittsburgh, formally of Fall River, MA, died Wednesday, December 27, 2017. She was born November 29, 1943 in Tucson, Arizona, the daughter of the late Ruth Wolpoff.
Read More
December 28, 2017 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Friends will be received Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Mt. Olive First Baptist Church, 451 Park Avenue, Clairton, Pennsylvania, where services will begin at 12:00 p.m.
Arrangements entrusted to the Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., Clairton, PA.
For the full obituary visit https://www.watersfuneralhome.net/notices/Geraldine-McCray
December 28, 2017 |
By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Friends will be received Saturday, December 30, 2017, 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Morning Star Baptist Church, 307 Shaw Avenue, Clairton, Pennsylvania, where services will begin at 11:00a.m.
Interment will follow in the Round Hill Cemetery, Elizabeth, Pennsylvania.
Arrangements entrusted to the Robert A. Waters Funeral Home, Inc., Clairton, PA.
For the full obituary please visit https://www.watersfuneralhome.net/notices/Mattie-Wilson
December 27, 2017 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Alverda Colflesh,age 94, formally of Levelgreen, passed away at her daughter Sandra's house in Kingston, Ma, Friday, December 22, 2017.
Read More
December 27, 2017 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Richard James Svec, age 83, of North Huntingdon, died December 26, 2017, at Select Specialty, Montifiore Hospital. Born January 11, 1934, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Paul A. and Stella (Prizner) Svec and the husband of Gayle (Porter) Svec for 64 years.
Read More
