Zora D. Stevens

September 12, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Zora D. Stevens age 83 of McKeesport died on Saturday September 10, 2016. She was born on February 3, 1933 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late George and Sophie Mudrich Mrvos. Zora was the wife of the late James W. Stevens who died on January 17, 2004. She is survived by her son Dale Z. Stevens of McKeesport, 4 grandchildren ; Dejan (Andrea) Stevens of McKeesport, Tijana (Dr. Daniel) Kopolovich of Texas, Sofija and Dale Stevens both of McKeesport, great granddaughter Daryn Stevens and Nora on the way, sisters; Mildred (the late Lou) Popovich of Rankin, Georgeann (the late Steve) Klipa of Monroeville, George "Judi" (Gladys) Mrvos of White Oak and her boy Tank and many nieces and nephews.

Kenneth P. Wolf

September 12, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Kenneth P. Wolf, age 68, of McKeesport, died September 9, 2016, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born January 4, 1948, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Cyril and Katherine (Sommerville) Wolf and the husband of Janet (Davis) Wolf of 44 years.
Ken retired from Bechtel Bettis, Inc., in West Mifflin, PA. He was a US Air Force veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the former St. Joseph Church, in Duquesne, PA. Ken had a passion for history and loved politics. 

Betty Odessa Byrd Fleming

September 12, 2016 |

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

Betty Odessa Byrd Fleming, 84 of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, peacefully transitioned September 8, 2016 in West Penn Hospice.

George "Juky" Dupin

September 12, 2016 |

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

Kathryn Brown

September 12, 2016 |

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

Kathryn A. Brown, age 63 of McKeesport, passed away at home on September 11, 2016. Born November 19, 1952 in Scranton, PA, she was the daughter of the late John Joseph and Lenore (Hammen) Shea and the wife of David C. Brown of 31 years.
Kathryn worked as a managed care representative for a pharmaceutical company. She went to Seminary School for the Salvation Army Officer Training Program and was a Captain in the Salvation Army. Kathryn was a longtime member of the First Church of the Open Bible where she was the President of the Ladies’ Club and she also loved reading Christian literature.
She is survived by her son, Paul David Brown of McKeesport; stepsons, Eric Christopher Brown of Brick, NJ and Joshua Caleb Brown, of Jacksonville, FL; stepdaughter, Heather Brown of Brick, NJ; and grandson, Nathaniel Brown. Kathryn is also survived by her siblings, Carol Eiffart, Ann Marie Hallock, Patricia Watts, Ethel Poppa, Richard Shea, Edward Shea, and Dennis Shea.  A Memorial service will be held on September 17, 2016 at the First Church of The Open Bible in McKeesport at 3 p.m.  Pastor Brian Schmigel will officiate.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home and Crematory.  Memorial contributions may be made to the First Church of The Open Bible. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

Diana Ines (Zando) Puckey

September 12, 2016 |

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

On September 11, 2016, the Angels came and escorted our loved one Diana Ines (Zando) Puckey, age 85, to Heaven, where she will be reunited with her husband, Dale Edward Puckey, Sr.; parents, Valentino and Angela (Frassenei) Zando; sister, Margaret Wright; brother, Carl Zando and many beloved family and friends that have passed before her.

Eileen Moxham Ohota Galeza

September 11, 2016 |

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

Eileen Moxham Ohota Galeza, 93, of Elizabeth Township, died peacefully with her beloved Judy by her side on Saturday, September 10, 2016. She was born June 5, 1923 in Preston, Lancashire, England and was the daughter of the late Ernest B. and Rose Ann Holt Moxham. She was wife of the late Stanley C. Galeza and Milton Ohota. Eileen was a member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Elizabeth Township Historical Society, White Oak Legion Post 701, White Oak Legion Memorial Association, and the McKeesport Hospital School of Nursing Alumni.

John V. Pierce

September 11, 2016 |

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

John V. Pierce, age 93, of West Newton died September 10, 2016 at Frick Hospital. He was born May 21, 1923 in Mckeesport, son of the late Samuel and Sadie Webser Pierce. 

Frances F. Dunkelberger

September 11, 2016 |

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

Frances F. Dunkelberger, age 94, of Wilmington, Delaware, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday September 9, 2016. She was born April 4, 1922 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late Louis and Helen (Gorison) Ferragamo. She was the former Assistant Manager at the Price Lanes Bowling Alleys in Wilmington, Delaware and enjoyed cooking and working in her garden.

Hermon Meriweather

September 11, 2016 |

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

Hermon Meriweather, 97 of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, peacefully departed this life September 6, 2016 in Riverside Care Center.

Charles R. Plecko

September 10, 2016 |

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

Charles R. Plecko, age 74, of North Huntingdon, passed away Friday, September 9, 2016 at home. He was born June 4, 1942 in Timmins, Canada, a son of the late Stephen and Margaret Bartakovich Plecko. 

Johanna T. Romano

September 10, 2016 |

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

Johanna T. Romano, age 94 of Sutersville, passed away on September 9, 2016 at Platinum Ridge Center in Brackenridge. Born September 16, 1921 in Sutersville, she was the daughter of the late James and Charlotte Romano. She is survived by her brother, Joseph Romano and his wife Audrey of McKeesport, and her nephew Larry Romano of Florida. She was preceded in death by her nephew, Joseph J. Romano, Jr. Services will be private and are entrusted to Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

Eleanor "Lennie" Karap

September 10, 2016 |

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

Eleanor "Lennie" Karap, 86, of Columbus, OH, formerly of White Oak, died Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at home. She was born April 23, 1930 in Belle Vernon and was the daughter of the late John and Jennie Levandowski Badock. She was the wife of the late John Paul Karap who died April 13, 2010. She was a member of St. Angela Merici Catholic Church in White Oak and had worked for Rite Aid Pharmacy in McKeesport and White Oak.

Tanea Danette Kunf Potter

September 10, 2016 |

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

Tanea Danette Kunf Potter, 50, of McKeesport, formerly of Buena Vista, died Friday September 9, 2016 at home after 4 years of an incredible, courageous battle with cancer. She has gone to her heavenly home. Tanea was born April 22, 1966 in McKeesport and is remembered as a loving daughter to Charles (Butch) and Judith Kunf of Kure Beach, NC. Tanea is the beloved mother of Virginia Lee Quiggle, Kristal Lynn (Derek) Johnson , Cara Ann Quiggle, Heather Dannette Quiggle, and Laurabelle Cole. She is the sister of Laura Lee (David) Kendziora of Kure Beach, NC., Karen (Cotton) Davenport of Elizabeth Township, and Kimberley (Wayne) Werkmeister of West Mifflin.

Albert A. Hopton, Jr.

September 10, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Albert A. Hopton, Jr., age 70, of Christy Park, died Sept. 6, 2016, at John J. Kane Regional Center. Born April 4, 1946, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Albert Sr. and Betty (Litchfield) Hopton.
Albert was a former mill pourer at U.S. Steel Duquesne Works. He was a member of the former American Legion Post #361 in McKeesport. Albert enjoyed duck-pin bowling, playing bingo and taking trips with his family and friends at the legion. He was a beloved brother and uncle.