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Anna Mary Briggs

October 17, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Anna Mary Briggs, 88, of Glassport, formerly of Clairton, passed away at Southwestern Healthcare Center on Monday October 17, 2016.  She was born December 20, 1927 in Uniontown to the late Bernard and Mabel Airson O’Hern.

 
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Sonja V. (Carlson) Stewart

October 17, 2016 |

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

Sonja V. Stewart, age 78, of Forward Twp., passed away on Monday, October 17, 2016 at Jefferson Hospital. She was the secretary for Barbara Hafer when she served as the state treasurer and auditor general. She was a member of Round Hill Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth Twp., and enjoyed cruising, traveling, casinos, and going to her family's camp. 

 
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Kevin Eric Henry

October 17, 2016 |

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

Kevin Eric Henry, age 55, of White Oak, died unexpectedly on Saturday, October 15, 2016. He was born in McKeesport on December 29, 1960, the son of the late Richard J. and Dorothy Mae (Baker) Henry.

     Kevin worked as a bus driver for Port Authority for 27 years and was soon to be retired. He was a member of the White Oak Lions Club, past president of Little Tigers Boosters and McKeesport Girls Softball League. He was a devoted father and grandfather and proud to be a great, great uncle. He is survived by his loving wife Mary C. (Huff) Henry and their three children Kevin Eric, Jr., Kaylyn Elizabeth, and Kaycie Elaine; grandson, Caleb Lee Henry; brothers, William John of McKeesport, Richard J. of Clearwater, FL, Michael O.(Darlene) of Elizabeth, and Keith A. Henry of McKeesport; sisters, Audrey L. (Kenneth) Hamlin of McKeesport and Sharryl E.(Richard) Kokoska of Port Vue. Also many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his brother Darryl G. Henry and his sister Linda Christian.

     Friends will be received Wednesday, October 19th from 2-8 pm at Striffler’s of White Oak Cremation & Mortuary Services, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131 (Sue Striffler Galaski, Supervisor, 412-678-6177). Service will be held Thursday 12 noon at Trinity Church of God in Christ, Pastor James Foster, 2216 Jenny Lind St., McKeesport with Elder Anthony Simmons officiating. Burial will follow in McKeesport & Versailles Cemetery. Condolences may be made at www.strifflerfuneralhomes.com.

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Mamie Ruth Flowers Rowe

October 17, 2016 |

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

Mamie Ruth Flowers Rowe, 85 of Clairton, departed this life Thursday, October 13, 2016 in AHN Jefferson Regional Medical Center.

 
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Harvey J. Barnum

October 15, 2016 |

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

Harvey J. Barnum, age 70 of McKeesport, formerly of East Pittsburgh, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2016 at UPMC McKeesport. Born December 12, 1945 in Swissvale, he was the son of the late Harvey and Caroline Barnum, and loving husband of the late Frances L. (Whiteman) Barnum. He is survived by his children, Bob (Laura) Barnum of McKeesport and Chrissy M. Barnum of McKeesport; and grandchildren, Emily, Caitlin and Bobby. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 from 3 p.m. until time of Masonic Service at 7:30 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 8 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

 


John A. Kudla

October 15, 2016 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

John A. Kudla, 85, of Glassport, died peacefully surrounded by family on Oct. 13, 2016.  He is the son of the late Jacob and Agnes (Pontol) Kudla.  Husband of the late Helen (Ocilka) Kudla.  John is survived by his daughter Susan (Bill) Nichols of West Mifflin and son Ed (Cathy) Mihalek of Port Vue; grandchildren Keith (Holly) Nichols and Bethany (Aaron) Felter; great grandchildren Jacob and Erica. John is also survived by his nephew and caretaker, Edward "Butch" Tyszkiewicz of Glassport; also numerous nieces, nephews and many great nieces and nephews.

 
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Donald R. Coulter

October 15, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Donald R. Coulter, age 75, of McKeesport, died October 12, 2016, at Select Specialty Care in McKeesport. Born January 14, 1941, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John and Jessie (Moon) Coulter. Don was a self-employed painter for most of his working years. He lived at McKeesport Towers and had many friends there. He enjoyed old movies, sports, bingo and ice cream. Many cousins survive Don, including Katherine Daugherty and Dennis Moon.

 
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Arthur C. Snyder Jr.

October 15, 2016 |

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

Arthur C. Snyder Jr., 63, of Greensburg, died Wednesday October 12, 2016, at home. He was born February 24, 1953 in McKeesport, a son of the late Arthur C. Sr. and Vera J. (Adams) Snyder. Art was a former employee of Bridgestone Firestone, Youngwood, and a Navy veteran of the Vietnam conflict. He was a life member of VFW Post 33 and American Legion Post 981, both of Greensburg and the South Greensburg Hunt Club.
 
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Dorothy R. Stevick

October 14, 2016 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Dorothy Rupert Stevick, 97, died October 3, 2016 at Spring Arbor of Williamsburg.  Born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 18, 1919, she was the daughter of Roy Milton and Charlotte McCuaig Rupert, Sr.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Curtis Stevick; son, Robert S. Stevick II; brother, Roy M. Rupert, Jr.; and sister, Betty Turner.   Mrs Stevick was a secretary for the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation.  Survivors include her daughter, Susan Stevick and her son in law, Dr. Kenneth L. Webb, both of Richmond, VA and her sister, Barbara R. Fabian.  A private service was held at Mount Vernon Cemetery Chapel.  The family suggests contributions if desired to the Olde Town Medical Center, 5249 Olde Town Road, Williamsburg, VA  23188.  Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 is in charge of local funeral arrangements.

 


Cheryl Ann Hull

October 13, 2016 |

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

Cheryl Ann Hull, 58, of Elizabeth Township, died Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at home. She was born April 25, 1958 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late James F. Hull, Sr., and the late Alice A. Jones Hull. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Versailles, and the Invisible Village Theater in Garfield. She worked at the Angora Gardens in White Oak and was formerly an EMT and Nurse's Aid.

 
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Kathleen M. Liberatore

October 13, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Kathleen M. Liberatore, age 69, of McKeesport, died October 11, 2016, at UPMC Presbyterian. Born November 5, 1946 in Hazelwood, she was the daughter of the late James Edward and Savilla (Garrity) Brennan and the wife of Ronald L. Liberatore, for over 50 loving years.
Kathy retired as an instructor at Mon-Yough Mental Health with over 25 years of service and before that she worked at US Steel National Tube Works, in McKeesport, for 5 years.

 
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Mark A. Miklos

October 13, 2016 |

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

Mark A. Miklos, 60, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at his home. 

 
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Thomas Anthony Sacco III

October 13, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Thomas Anthony Sacco III, 42, of McKeesport, formerly of Glassport, passed away on Tuesday October 11, 2016.  He was born November 9, 1973 in Pittsburgh to Elizabeth R. Mollica Sacco and the late Thomas A. Sacco II.

 
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Scott A. Hredocik

October 13, 2016 |

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

Scott A. Hredocik, 49, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at Excela Health Westmoreland.

 
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George "Jake" Jacob

October 13, 2016 |

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

George R. Jacob "Jake" "Babe", age 76 of Irwin, passed away on Wednesday, October  12, 2016 at the William Penn Care Center in Jeannette. Born August 7, 1940 in McKeesport, he was the son of the late George and Julia (Lovas) Jacob, and loving husband of Joyce (Byerly ) Jacob. Jake honorably served our country in the US Navy. Following his military service, he went on to work for US Steel Irvin Works in Dravosburg. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, and he always looked forward to his camping trips to the Moraine Camplands to spend time with his family and camp buddies. He was an avid fisherman, having traveled to the Great Lakes and Canada in search of his "biggest catch". Jake's dream of owning a motorcycle became a reality a few years ago when he became a proud owner of his Harley Davidson. He enjoyed all Pittsburgh Sports, and was also a Penn State fan. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Randall (Linda) Jacob of North Huntingdon, Diana (Mark) Long of Penn Twp., and Lori (Donny) Elias of Jeannette; grandchildren, Heather Elias, Chelsea Long, Rebecca Long, Michael Elias, Alina Jacob, and Carlin Jacob; sister, Dolores (William) Halas of North Huntingdon; and one great-grandson on the way. He was preceded in death by his sister, Marie Varga. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Friday, October 14, 2016 from 3 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 7 p.m. in the funeral chapel. Pastor Rich Phipps will officiate. Inurnment with full military honors will be Monday, October 17, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the whole staff at Medi Home Hospice, especially his nurse Sara, and all the staff at William Penn Care Center for the loving and compassionate care given to Jake. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Medi Home Hospice, 201 Penn Center Boulevard, Suite 300, Building One, Monroeville, PA 15235. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com