Leona J. Shevke

January 25, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Leona J. Shevke of Liberty Borough died January 24, 2017 at LGAR Health & Rehab Center in Turtle Creek. Born in Austria, she was the daughter of the late Wasyl and Anna (Michigan) Smolinsky and the wife of the late Erfan Shevke. Leona was a lifetime member of St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Parish, dedicated pyrohy maker for the church, and former ladies auxiliary member of Liberty Borough Fire Department. She was a wonderful cook and her homemade cherry pies were a special treat. Leona enjoyed sewing, crochet, and embroidery. She taught herself how to play harmonica, and on holidays, especially Christmas Eve, she would perform to the joy of her family. A world traveler, she accompanied her husband to places including, Cyprus and Europe. She also spoke three languages. She is survived by daughter, Lee (Ronald) Stebick, grandson, Ronald Anthony Stebick, sisters, Mary (the late Henry) Belback, Olive (the late John) Benyak, Genevieve (the late Andrew) Yuna, and Pearl (the late Joe) Rolnik; goddaughter, Joanne Wakefield and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sister, Jean Konias; brothers, Stanley Smolnicky and Michael Smolinsky. Family and friends will be received at Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, January 26, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Requiem Divine Liturgy will be Friday, January 27, 2017, 11 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church with Rev. Gregory Madeya as celebrant. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com

Michael G. Smider

January 25, 2017 |

By Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home | Posted in: Jefferson Memorial Cemetery Funeral Home

Michael G. Smider

Age 68, of Dravosburg, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, January 22, 2017.

June R. (Hood) Marnell

January 25, 2017 |

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

June R. (Hood) Marnell, age 81 of Clairton, passed away on January 24, 2017 in HCR Manor Care, Whitehall. June was born in West Elizabeth on June 30, 1935 to Margaret (Kibe) Hood of Pleasant Hills and the late Leroy Hood. 

Walter F. Baczkowski

January 25, 2017 |

By Editor | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

 “Small town lawyer from McKeesport”, Walter F. Baczkowski, age 74 of Murrysville, passed away surrounded by family on January 24, 2017. 

Brother of Constance B. Noll, devoted husband of 47 years to Ann; father to Chris (Tim), Mark (Becky), Amy (Greg), Brian (Alison) and Mike and grandfather to Renee, Ryan, Bradley, Jack, Allison, Bobby, Maddie and Chloe.   After graduating from St. Meinrad College, Walt taught at Shadyside Academy during the day and attended law school at night.  He graduated with his Juris Doctor from Duquesne University in 1970 and shortly thereafter passed the bar exam which enabled him to serve as administrator in charge of McKeesport Trust Department for Western Pennsylvania National Bank before moving into private practice with offices in McKeesport and Murrysville.

Joseph William Classic III

January 25, 2017 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Joseph William Classic III, 58, of Rostraver, formerly of Dravosburg, passed away at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh on Monday, January 23, 2017.  He was born April 12, 1958 in McKeesport to the late Joseph William Jr. and Harriet Michalski Classic. Joseph is survived by domestic partner, Marsha Gulya of Rostraver; former wife, Karen Ruybal of McKeesport; son, Zachary Joseph Classic of Bridgeville; daughter, Alexandra Elisabeth Classic of Verona; grandchildren, Brayden Thomas & Brynn Bettina Walker both of Verona; brother, Chris (Stephanie) Classic of Dravosburg; sister, Diane (Tom) Churchill of Donora, pet dog, Orbit; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.  Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by son Nicholas William Classic who passed away 2015.  Joseph was a veteran of the US Marines, a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church in Duquesne, Dravosburg American Legion Post 380, Clairton Sportsmen’s Club, was self-employed as “Classic Custom Painting”, loved animals, was an avid toy collector, enjoyed hunting, fishing and the outdoors in general.  Family and friends will be received from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 Fourth Street, Dravosburg,  PA  15034.  Service will take place at the funeral home on Friday January 27, 2017 at noon followed by interment at Calvary Cemetery in Port Vue.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

James Barry “Butch” Detwiler

January 25, 2017 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

James Barry “Butch” Detwiler, 70, of Elizabeth, Pennsylvania passed away Monday, January 23, 2017 at his home. He was born October 30, 1946 to the late Frank and Lois West Detwiler.

Donald Kovach

January 24, 2017 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Donald Kovach, age 84 of Port Vue, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2017 at Kane Regional Center in McKeesport. Born to Ilona and Paul Kovach in McKeesport where the Youghiogheny meets the Monongahela, Donald was in his later childhood raised by his grandparents in No. 9, an unincorporated coal mining town near Farmington, W.Va. Growing up near the small town of Farmington, near Fairmont, he would meet his future wife, Helen Jean "Bookie" Pasko, in high school. Shortly after graduating in 1950 and returning to McKeesport, his father Paul "exaggerated" his son's age so that Donald could gain employment at National Tube Works.

June Goss Richardson

January 24, 2017 |

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

Lorraine Marie Hays Zajicek

January 24, 2017 |

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

Lorraine Marie Hays Zajicek, age 94, of McKeesport died on Monday, January 23, 2017.  She was born in McKeesport on August 10, 1922. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Carl J. Zajicek, and was the daughter of the late Clifford R. and Lillian Dietrich Hays, stepdaughter of Lillian McMarlin Hays, and granddaughter of Rose and Robert Hays.

Edward E. Humphreys

January 24, 2017 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Edward Eugene Humphreys, 75, of McKeesport, died January 23, 2017, with his sister by his side.  She was there for him when he needed her, and was his best friend.  Beloved son of the late Edward R. and Isabelle C. McBride Humphreys, their first born.  They were truly blessed to have a wonderful son.  He was their life, and he gave them nothing but happiness.  His life was fulfilled with the love that he got from his parents.  He was a kind hearted person and everyone loved him.  He always had a joke to tell to make someone smile or laugh.  He loved playing the guitar and going to the park.  He worked for Francis McBride Wall Coverings as a wall paper hanger, and served in the U.S. Navy.  He had a heart of gold and a wonderful soul, and a kind, loving, and sweet spirit.  With his laugh and his smile, he helped ease the pain and suffering of many.  Now he is at peace, free from his own pain and suffering.  When you love someone, every moment is shadowed by the fear of loss.  The more you loved, the more you feel the loss.  His death leaves a giant hole in the hearts of his many family members and friends.  Today we are not saying goodbye, but only saying we will see you again.  He is survived by his brother, Steven Humphreys of McKeesport and his sister, Sally Humphreys of McKeesport, also by his beloved pets, Max, Abigal, and Maggie, who loved him with all their hearts.  The Yorkies were the joy of his life. Friends will be received in the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 on Friday, January 27, 2017, from 2-4 & 6-8 PM, where a Blessing will be celebrated by the Rev. Thomas A. Wagner at 3:30 PM.

Virginia Frobouck Vaught

January 24, 2017 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

VIRGINIA M. FROBOUCK VAUGHT, 97 of Glassport, died Jan. 21, 2017.  She is survived by her sons Randy (Rebecca) Frobouck of Oakmont, Steve (Raenette) Frobouck of Oakmont and Pete (Patricia) Frobouck of Mt. Lebanon and grandchildren Reagan and Hunter Frobouck.

Funeral arrangements were handled by the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.

Michael Darnell Randall “ Mike Randall”

January 24, 2017 |

By Robert A. Waters Funeral Home | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home

Michael Darnell Randall “ Mike Randall”, born February 20, 1964 of Blythdale, PA was called home to be with the Lord on the morning of Friday, January 20, 2017, surrounded by the people who loved him.  Michael succumbed to injuries that were caused due to a tragic accident.

Nachell Coleman

January 23, 2017 |

By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home

Nachell Coleman, age 30, of McKeesport and formerly of Duquesne passed on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. Friends were received Sunday 1-3 p.m. in Elmer L Herman Funeral Home 5204 2nd Ave Hazelwood.  

Helen Ann (Vitale) Scott

January 23, 2017 |

By Elmer L Herman Funeral Home | Posted in: Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home

Helen A. (Vitale) Scott, age 88, on Sunday, January 22, 2017.  She was of Greenock.

Arrangements by Elmer L. Herman Funeral Home

"Dignified Funerals, Celebrations of Life, Green Burials and Cremations with Care"

www.elmerhermanfuneralhome.com

Norma E. Gecan

January 23, 2017 |

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

Norma E. Gecan, age 92 of Jefferson Hills and formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, January 22, 2017 in Lawson's Nursing Home.  Born December 20, 1924 in Courtney, she was a daughter of the late Edward and Caroline (Flowers) Stokes.