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Daryl Ann Hemann Sproul

December 22, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Daryl Ann Hemann Sproul, 77, of Liberty Boro, formerly of McKeesport, passed away at home on Wednesday December 21, 2016.  She was born May 7, 1939 in McKeesport to the late Oliver L. and Viola Edith Hammerstram Hemann.  Daryl is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Howard; daughter, Laurie (Ray) Huckestein of Sewickley; son, Howard D. (Rebecca) Sproul of Elizabeth; grandchildren Chris (Nikki), Keith, Emma, Jenna; great-grandchildren Bailey, Trenton and Ryan.   Daryl was a member of Evangelical Congregational Church in McKeesport, she enjoyed motorcycle riding and collecting Snow White memorabilia. A private viewing will take place at I. M. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 203 4th Street, Dravosburg,  PA   15034, followed by a private interment at Richland Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made in her memory to St. Jude’s, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis,  TN  38105.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


James "Fearless" Hvozdik

December 22, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

James “Fearless” F. Hvozdik, 63, of Glassport passed away at home on Wednesday December 21, 2016.  He was born November 11, 1953 in McKeesport to Jean R. Dworek Hvozdik and the late George F. Hvozdik who passed away in 2011. James is survived by brother, Francis R. (Gina) Hvozdik of Glassport; sister, Theresa M. (Bernie) McAllister of Cincinnati, OH; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.  He was a 1971 graduate of South Allegheny High School, a member of Queen of The Rosary Church & the American Legion both in Glassport a veteran of the US Navy, and a former employee of La Romana in Glassport. Arrangements have been entrusted to E. C. FINNEY FUNERAL HOME, 235 Monongahela Avenue, Glassport,  PA   15045.  Inurnment will take place at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park in North Huntingdon at a later date.  Online condolences may be offered at www.finneyfuneralhome.com

 


Pauline “Babe” Poljanec Ash Dee

December 22, 2016 |

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

Pauline “Babe” Poljanec Ash Dee, age 87, of Westmoreland City, passed away Monday, December 19, 2016. She was born October 23, 1929 in East McKeesport, a daughter of the late Frank and Pauline (Narad) Poljanec. She was a long time member of the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Irwin. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband of over 20 years Morgan Ash; brothers Frank, Edward and Albert Poljanec; and sister Mary.
 
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Irene A. Shuster

December 22, 2016 |

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

Irene A. Shuster, age 86, of North Huntingdon, passed away Thursday, December 22, 2016 at her home.

 
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James W. Shirley Sr.

December 21, 2016 |

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

James W. Shirley Sr., age 83, of North Huntingdon died December 21, 2016. He was born January 4, 1933 in Harrison City, a son of the late Herbert and Florence Good Shirley.

 
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Jerline Brown

December 21, 2016 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Jerline Brown, 89, died December 15, 2016. Arrangements in charge of Tunie Funeral Home.

 


Lou Ann Morant Morris

December 21, 2016 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Lou Ann Morant Morris, 82, died December 17, 2016. Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 22 at Tunie Funeral Home, Inc., 218 E. 11th Ave., Homestead, and her funeral is at 11 a.m. Dec. 23 at Second Baptist Church, 108 W 12th Ave., Homestead. Arrangements in charge of Tunie Funeral Home.

 


Dorothy Anderson

December 21, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Dorothy Anderson, 90, died Dec. 18, 2016. Services will be private and are in charge of Willig Funeral Home, 220 9th Ave., McKeesport.

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Matthew D. Suckfiel

December 20, 2016 |

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

Matthew D. Suckfiel, age 42 of McKeesport, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at his home. Born October 23, 1974 in McKeesport, he was the beloved son of Ronald Suckfiel and Cindi Patterson. Matthew was a 1993 graduate of McKeesport Area High School, and later went on to study at the University of Pittsburgh as well as Penn State Greater Allegheny. Matthew was a self-employed construction worker and was often referred to as an all around handyman. He was always there to give family and friends a helping hand when needed. He was truly a Jack of all trades. In his free time he enjoyed following soccer, and he loved his doggie buddies, Frank and Cross-Patch. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, James M. and Dorothy Suckfiel, William and Lillian Patterson; and uncles, James M. Suckfiel, Jr. and William Suckfiel. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, December 22, 2016 from 1 -7 p.m. A Funeral Service will follow at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the ASPCA at www.aspca.org. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Cynthia Louise Foster Kelley

December 20, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Cynthia Louise Foster Kelley, 62, of Clairton passed away at home on Monday December 19, 2016.  She was born February 22, 1954 in McKeesport to the late John and Dorothy Rome Foster.  Cynthia is survived by Howard Kelley, her loving husband of 34 years; sons, Eric Foster of Pittsburgh, David Foster & Adam Kelley of Clairton; grandsons, Ty Kelley, Cameron, Clayton & Colton Foster, Blake Kimball; granddaughters, Sophia & Autumn Kelley, Brittney Foster, Courtney Niedzwiecki; great-granddaughter, Gionna Burks; brother James (Andrea) Foster of Glassport; daughters-in-law, Jamie Horgos, Dawn Anderson; nieces and nephews. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Linda.  Cynthia was a caregiver for senior citizens, enjoyed vacations, music, hiking and camping.

 
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Hilda M. Przywarty

December 20, 2016 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

HILDA M. PRZYWARTY, 96, of Glassport, died Dec. 19, 2016.  She is the daughter of the late Ernesto and Alice DiGiorgio.  Wife of the late Carl F. Przywarty.  She is survived by her children Linda (Bill) Green, Carl (Helen) Przywarty, Denice (Alex) Johnson, Renee (Bill) Arre and Sharon (Jim) Reed; grandchildren Darla (Tony) Trunzo, Bill Green, Bethanne (Scott) Mordecki, Michelle Bringe, Elsie (Ben) Huber, Bailey (Josh) Johnson, Melissa (Joe) Thornton, Jim (Tara) Reed, Zach (Kellie) Reed and Lacey (Bob) Siess ; 14 great-grandchildren, Nick, Lindsay, Rachel, Corrine, Ella, Ada, Carly, Maggie, Madison, Abby, Max, Ben , Jimmy, Allie and Bobby; niece Charlotte Warrick and cousin Arlene Burgman.

 
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Frank "Miami" P. Nedzbala

December 20, 2016 |

By Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home | Posted in: Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home

FRANK "MIAMI" P. NEDZBALA, 82, of West Mifflin, died Dec. 19, 2016.  He is the son of the late Andrew and Anna Nedzbala.  He is survived by his beloved wife Grace (Maiolo) Nedzbala; brother-in-law Jim Maiolo and nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by brothers and a sister.

 
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Ralph "Geedy" James

December 20, 2016 |

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

Ralph "Geedy" James, 61 of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, departed December 14, 2016 in Kane Glen Hazel Regional Center.

 
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Joseph Spinosi

December 19, 2016 |

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

Joseph J. Spinosi, age 83, of White Oak, died December 18, 2016, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born December 15, 1933, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Julius and Rose (Borrelli) Spinosi and the husband of the late Bernadine Bernice "Dolly" Spinosi, for over 59 loving years. Joseph was retired from the J.C. Penney Corporation. He was a member of the St. Patrick Parish. He enjoyed playing bocce and was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Joseph loved visiting his family in California and as of late, he truly looked forward to his monthly luncheon with his friends. Joseph is survived by children, Rose Ann (Corky) Stevens of White Oak, Perry (Tammy) Spinosi of Moon, PA, Joel (Rose) Spinosi of Coto de Caza, CA and Jason (Heidi) Spinosi of Washington, PA; grandchildren, Nicole, Brad (Jennifer), Dante, Julian, Roman, GianCarlo, Gianna, Matteo, Piera and Tianti; great granddaughter, Madison; brother, Phil "Spush" Spinosi of White Oak; sister, Mary Smith of CA; many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Thursday, December 22, 2016, from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Patrick Church on Friday, December 23, 2016, 10 a.m. Fr. Vincent Velas will be the celebrant. Committal will follow in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park Mausoleum.
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Mark R. Kloock

December 19, 2016 |

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

Mark R. Kloock, age 50, of Monroeville, formerly of Jefferson Hills, died suddenly on Sunday, December 18, 2016.

 
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