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John P. Frketich

October 12, 2016 |

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

John P. Frketich, age 88 of McKeesport, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.  Born March 31, 1928 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Paul and Barbara (Gargat) Frketich.  John married his high school sweetheart, the late Katherine (Loncaric) Frketich, and together they had three children.  

 
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Rose E. Karikas

October 12, 2016 |

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

Rose E. Karikas, age 85 of Versailles, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2016 in Riverside Care Center in McKeesport.  Born November 9, 1930 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Albert and Agnes (Rescic) Gluscic.  Rose retired from The Golden Rule in McKeesport and was a member of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Parish in Christy Park and the CFU Lodge #3 in McKeesport. 

 
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Thomas J. Morgart

October 11, 2016 |

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

Thomas J. Morgart, 58, of North Huntingdon, died Sunday October 9, 2016. He was born June 5, 1958 in McKeesport, a son of Marion (Haus) Morgart of North Huntingdon and the late Walter C. Morgart and was also preceded in death by a brother Scott H. Morgart. Tom enjoyed flea markets and sold produce there with his mother. He was an animal lover. In addition to his mother he is survived by a brother John W. Morgart of Herminie; also aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
 
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William J. Odoski

October 11, 2016 |

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

William J. Odoski, age 83, of Duquesne, died peacefully, Sunday, October 9, 2016, in U.P.M.C. Shadyside . Born July 14, 1933, in Duquesne, he was the son of John and Stella Odoski. Mr. Odoski enjoyed being an avid landscaper, repairing lawn mowers, and spending time with family and friends. Beloved husband of the late Geraldine C. (Kosuda) Odoski. He is survived by his loving daughter, Kimberly Odoski Harmon of McKeesport; and a son, William "Bo" (Becky) Odoski of Missouri; two brothers, Thomas Odoski of Duquesne and John Odoski of West Mifflin; five grandchildren, Ashley Donaldson, Kristie Harmon, Brooke, Brenna, and Brandon Odoski; and four great-grandchildren.

 
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Joseph Delia Jr.

October 11, 2016 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Joseph Delia Jr., 89 of Glassport, died Oct. 8, 2016.  He is the son of the late Joseph and Philomena (DeFazio) Delia and husband of the late Stella (Williams) Delia.  He is survived by son Joseph (Barbara) Delia of Glassport; daughter Melanie Miller of Glassport; grandchildren Jennifer (Jason Sillaman) Orris of Port Vue, Joan (Kertis) Henderson of Mebane, NC, Michael Hixenbaugh of Glassport and Dana Hixenbaugh of Glassport; great grandchildren Joseph Kerr, Ronald Orris, Erin Pastories, Nicholas Orris, Seth Ridge, Emmy Henderson, Richard Henderson and great granddaughter Stella Kerr.

 
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Ronald Raymar Carter

October 11, 2016 |

By Administrator | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Ronald Raymar Carter, 29, died Oct. 3, 2016. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 12 at Tunie Funeral Home, 218 E. 11th Ave., Homestead, where a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Oct. 13. Interment will follow at Homewood Cemetery.

 


Roselyn June Clohessy

October 11, 2016 |

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

Roselyn June Clohessy, 89, of Irwin passed away peacefully on Friday, October 7, 2016. She was born June 14, l927 in McKessport, the daughter of the late Charles William and Roselyn (Ross) McGlaughlin. In addition to her parents June was preceded in death by her husband James Clohessy and her brother William McGlaughlin. June enjoyed spending time with grandchildren, great grandchildren and pets, she was fortunate enough to spend her life in her own home with her children close by.
 
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Ruth T. Andrews

October 10, 2016 |

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

 

Ruth T. Andrews of White Oak, four months shy of her 100th birthday, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 8, 2016 at The Willows of Presbyterian SeniorCare. Born February 8, 1917 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late George and Mary (Thomas) Tonks, and loving wife of the late Frank Andrews. Ruth was a former member of the Ballantyne United Methodist Church as well as the Wesley United Methodist Church, where she enjoyed singing in the choir and serving as the church librarian. She most recently attended Sampson's Mills Church, serving as one of their Deacons, and dedicated her free time volunteering for the various church functions. She also enjoyed her time spent as a Brownie Leader and Girl Scout Leader, and was a member of the McKeesport Music Club, along with being a charter member and past president of the White Oak Women's Club. In her earlier years, she worked in Washington DC in a Naval research lab during WWII and later went on to dedicate her time as an administrative assistant for Goodwill. She is survived by her daughter, Janice (Gregory) McCullough of Monroeville; grandchildren, Jenni (Mike) Repcik and Erin (Steve) Shakoske; great-grandchildren, Lily, Cash, Emery “Emey” and Monroe “Roe”; and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her brother, George Tonks and sister, Jennett Johnson. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 from 1-5 p.m. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, October 13, 2016 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Rev. Scott Dennis will officiate. Burial will follow at McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Willows of Presbyterian SeniorCare, 1215 Hulton Rd., Oakmont, PA 15139, who provided such wonderful to Ruth. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Roselyn June Clohessy

October 09, 2016 |

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

Roselyn June Clohessy, 89, of Irwin passed away peacefully on Friday, October 7, 2016. She was born June 14, l927 in McKessport, the daughter of the late Charles William and Roselyn (Ross) McGlaughlin. In addition to her parents June was preceded in death by her husband James Clohessy and her brother William McGlaughlin. June enjoyed spending time with grandchildren, great grandchildren and pets, she was fortunate enough to spend her life in her own home with her children close by.
 
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Frank C. Crookston

October 09, 2016 |

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

Frank C. Crookston, age 65 of North Huntingdon, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2016. He was born March 28, 1951 in Pittsburgh, a son of the Late Jack and Marie (Clark) Crookston. He was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Irwin and the VFW post 781 in Irwin. Frank was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and went on to be a truck driver for C.A. Walters in Greensburg for over 18 years and then owned the F&L Sporting Goods store in Irwin for over 8 years.
 
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George Yanichko

October 09, 2016 |

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

George Yanichko, 92, died Oct. 6, 2016 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. He was the son of the Late Vasil and Helen Lesko Yanichko. Born in Duquesne, November 6, 1923. He was a member of SS. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne.  He was a retired U.S. Steel Corp. employee with 38 yrs. service, Duquesne Works Metallurgical Dept. "He also proudly served his country as a Staff Sargent in the U.S. Marines, South Pacific Theater, During WWII.

 
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Matthew M. Cindrich

October 08, 2016 |

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

Matthew M. Cindrich, age 90 of Glassport, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2016 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.  Born October 22, 1925 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Joseph and Dragica Cindrich.  A member of St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Parish in Christy Park and a US Army Veteran of World War II, Matthew retired after 34 years as a pipefitter for US Steel National Tube Works in McKeesport.

 
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Shirley Ann Patterson Zgurich

October 08, 2016 |

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

Shirley Ann (Patterson) Zgurich, 72, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, October 7, 2016 at West Penn Hospital.

 
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Audra Dudek

October 07, 2016 |

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

Audra A. Dudek, 48, of McKeesport, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 6, 2016 after a long struggle with cancer. Born September 5, 1968 in Hermine, she was the daughter of Steven and Hennrietta (Sames) Solomon and loving wife of Daniel Dudek. She was an active member of the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour in North Huntingdon, where she was a council member. She proudly earned her Master’s Degree in Health Services Administration and was the manager of Adult Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Audra loved her job and will be remembered for all the lives that she touched. She had a group of friends that enjoyed scrapbooking and traveling to events where they shared many memories. Along with her husband and parents, she is survived by her sons, Daniel Dudek Jr., and Noah James Dudek of McKeesport; brothers, Ernest (Linda) Solomon of Manor, PA, William (Kathy) Solomon of Rillton, PA, and Steven (Gail) Solomon of Las Vegas, NV; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Harry and Adelle Sames; and paternal grandparents, Ernest and Miriam Solomon. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Saturday, October 8, 2016, from 6-9p.m. and Sunday, October 9, 2016, from 1-4p.m. and 7-9p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 10, 2016 at 10 a.m. at the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour. Entombment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


Francis Ford “Scotty” Tremont

October 07, 2016 |

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

Francis Ford “Scotty” Tremont, 89, of Liberty Borough, died Saturday, September 17, 2016. He was born December 21, 1926 in Buena Vista and was the son of the late Teto and Jeannette Ford Tremont. He was a retired Lab Technician and had worked for US Steel Christy Park Works and CPI Industries.

 
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