Jordan Lee Bozich

May 17, 2016 |

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

Jordan Lee Bozich, age 28, of Herminie, PA, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2016 in UPMC Mercy Hospital. He was born December 5, 1987 in Pittsburgh, PA, a son of David Bozich (Marsha) and Donna Lee Sebbens Bozich (Michael Beddick), and loving brother, Jeremiah Bozich.

Angelo J. Vergona

May 17, 2016 |

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

Angelo J. Vergona, 95, of Elizabeth, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2016 in Mt. Vernon of Elizabeth.

Sernick Obituary

May 16, 2016 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Charlotte J. (Grimes) Sernick, 88, of Glassport, formerly of West Elizabeth, passed Monday May 16, 2016. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Minnie (Whitfield) Grimes. She is survived by her beloved husband Robert Sernick, and grand-daughters Rebecca Wawrin of Harrisburg and Jennifer Wawrin of Greensburg. She was preceded in death by her daughter Jayleen Wawrin, sisters Grace, Alberta, and Betty, and brothers Albert and Gilbert. Charlotte worked as a nurse's aide, attended the Assembly of God Church, and enjoyed gardening, cooking, and decorating. Friends received Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8 with a service following with Rev. Patrick Pugh.

John E. Ravey

May 16, 2016 |

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

John E. “Pap” Ravey, 91, of New Kensington, formerly of White Oak, died Sunday, May 15, 2016.  He was born in Braddock on November 27, 1924 and is the son the late Michael and the late Clara (Brahler) Ravey and the husband of the late Eileen J. Babyak Ravey.

Rosaline Scott Glickstein

May 16, 2016 |

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

Rosaline Scott Glickstein, 95, of Pittsburgh, formerly of White Oak, died Friday, May 13, 2016. She was born September 6, 1920 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Gizella Benovitz Salkovitz. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Scott and the late Edwin Glickstein. Rosaline was a member of Gemilas Chesed Congregation, Hadassah, B'Nai Brith, and was also a member and past president of the Jewish War Veteran's Auxiliary 181. Rosaline was proprietor of the former Salkovitz Dress Shop in Duquesne.

Ralph Waltemire Jr.

May 16, 2016 |

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

Ralph Waltemire Jr., 88, of Delmont, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away May 12, 2016. He was born August 16, 1927 in Clymer, the son of the late Ralph Waltemire Sr. and Clara Hollis Waltemire. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of over 62 years, Alice Irene Kirkland Waltemire; brother, Charles Waltemire; sister Catherine Brandon; and grandson Clayton Ciocca. He was a member and elder at First Presbyterian Church and a member of the Bushy Run American Legion Post 260.

Hilda J. Krznaric

May 15, 2016 |

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

Hilda J. Krznaric, age 97 of White Oak, passed away on May 14, 2016 at her home. Born February 18, 1919 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marie (Nemecek) Horn, and wife of the late Paul Petrovich and the late Frank Krznaric. She is survived by her children, Marlyn (Kenneth, Jr.) White of Phoenix, AZ and Paul Petrovich of White Oak; grandchildren, Adrian (Ralph) Hensell and Andrew Paul (Erin) Shivey; seven great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; beloved sister, Ruth Horn; nieces and nephews, Dolly Yutzy, Lanny Horn, Dale Willard and Frank Willard; and five generations of great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings, John Horn, Marie Willard and Elsie Shively. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday, May 16, 2016 from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday, May 17, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, May 18, 2016 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Pastor Galen Winebrenner will officiate. Burial will follow at McKeesport-Versailles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to a charity of your choice in memory of Hilda. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

Anne F. Frendzel

May 15, 2016 |

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

Anne F. Frendzel, age 94, of North Huntingdon died May 12, 2016 at Transitions Health Center. She was born October 26, 1921 in Hazelwood, Pa., a daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Ferencz. Anne was a member of St. Stephen's Byzantine Catholic Church, North Huntingdon, Pa. 

Carl J. Kijowski

May 14, 2016 |

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

Carl J. Kijowski, age 77 of Lewisburg, PA, formerly of Port Vue, passed away on May 12, 2016 at the Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg, surrounded by his family and friends. Born May 9, 1939 in Port Vue, he was the son of Charles and Josephine (Synkowski) Kijowski, and beloved husband of Geraldine (Germak) Kijowski for 53 years.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sisters, Carol (Joe) Pollak of West Mifflin and Dolores (Art) Eagan of Pittsburgh, and many wonderful godchildren, nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles; mother, Josephine; and brother, Joseph. Carl honorably served our country in the US Army as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne. Following his military service, he attended the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics in West Mifflin, PA. He was employed with United Technologies/Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut for 44 years as a Field Service Engineering Representative where he traveled the world. After retiring he was employed with Wood Group/Pratt & Whitney as a Senior Executive V.P. of Engineering & Government Contracts. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Monday, May 16, 2016 from 9 a.m. until time of Blessing Service at 10:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Polish National Catholic Church in McKeesport. Father Bruce Sleczkowski will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to the MS Society. Condolences may be shared at www.jaycox-jaworskifh.com

George Christoff

May 13, 2016 |

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

George Christoff, 90, of Duquesne, died Thursday, May 12, 2016. He is the son of the late Thomas and Marie (Danaluk) Christoff. He is survived by his longtime companion, Audrey Locke; children, Keith (Bonnie) Locke, David (Lynn) Locke, Michael (Lucille) Locke and Wayne Locke; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren, Trinity, Kamryn and Rilynn; and special cousin, Lori (Jon) Jakubovic.

Michael J. Pazuchanics

May 13, 2016 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Raymond George Motto

May 13, 2016 |

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

Raymond George Motto, 69, of Liberty Borough, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, May 12, 2016. He was born December 13, 1946 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George Raymond and Vivian Craig Motto and was the husband of the late Dian "Dee" Evans Motto. Raymond was a retired Crane man for US Steel Irvin Works and was a US Navy Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the Liberty Borough Veterans Association.

Naomi “Auntie Putz” Grace Phelps

May 13, 2016 |

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

Naomi “Auntie Putz” Grace Phelps, age 83 of North Versailles, passed away on Thursday May 12, 2016. She was born to the late Robert Beiswenger and Sarah Gottlieb Beiswenger on July 15, 1932. Family and friends were Naomi’s passion and delight. She grew up spending summers and vacations on Lake Erie and traveling the world as an adult. Naomi was an avid life master bridge player and real estate agent.

Janice Marie Altmiller

May 13, 2016 |

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

Janice Marie Altmiller, 52, of Lincoln Borough, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at home surrounded by her family. She was born October 4, 1963 in McKeesport and was the daughter of Katherine S. "Kay" Anthony Coulter Resh of Elizabeth Township and the late Edwin D. Coulter, Sr. Janice was a Registered Nurse and had worked for Forbes Regional, Jefferson Medical Center and UPMC McKeesport Hospitals.

Helen J. Pasinski

May 13, 2016 |

By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home

Helen J. Pasinski, 90, of Glassport died May 4, 2016. She is the daughter of the late John and Sophie Smaron. Beloved wife of Edward Pasinski and also the late John Poljak. In addition to her husband she is survived by brother in law Leonard Pasinski and sister in law Theresa Komondor; niece Heather Pasinski and nephew Leonard Pasinski. She was preceded in death by brother Stanley Smaron and sisters Josephine Galito and Mary Smaron. Funeral services were private and were by the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.