Gertrude J. Mitko

October 12, 2016 |

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

Gertrude J. Mitko, age 87 of Clairton, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2016.  Born February 8, 1929 in Connellsville , she was a daughter of the late John and Mary (Luczak) Christobek. A member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Clairton and avid card player, Gertrude retired after 20+ years at McDonald's in Pleasant Hills. 

Patricia King

October 12, 2016 |

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

Patricia King, affectionately known as “Nana” of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania transitioned to glory on October 8, 2016 at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA.

Walter Eugene “Pee Wee” Kuhns

October 12, 2016 |

By Finney Funeral Homes | Posted in: Finney Funeral Homes

Walter Eugene “Pee Wee” Kuhns, 66, of Clairton, formerly of Uniontown, passed away at Southwestern HealthCare in West Mifflin on Tuesday, October 11, 2016.

Leah (Vezeau) LaBryer

October 12, 2016 |

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

Leah (Vezeau) LaBryer, age 39, of Saxonburg, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016. Born May 1, 1977 in Walnut Creek, CA, she was a daughter of James Vezeau of San Francisco and Mary Katherine(Richard) Lawry Cotter of Jefferson Hills. In addition to her parents, she is survived by daughters, Kayla Lucas, Brittany Vezeau, Brionna Mack, and Elizabeth LaBryer; sons, Anthony Feldman, Gage Mack, Joey LaBryer, and Evan LaBryer; grandchild, Carter Foy; sisters, Tiffany Morgan of Jefferson Hills and Stephanie Vezeau of San Francisco; brothers, Jesse Vezeau and Steven Vezeau, both of Clear Lake, CA; also, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. There is no visitation. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth. Offer condolences at www.bekavacfuneralhome.com.

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.  

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. 

Thomas J. Morgart

October 11, 2016 |

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

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.

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.

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

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

Frank C. Crookston

October 09, 2016 |

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

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.