April 05, 2016 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
Joseph J. "Joey" Romano, Jr., age 52 of McKeesport, died April 4, 2016 at Allegheny General Hospital. Born January 13, 1964 in McKeesport, he was the son of Joseph and Audrey (Harrison) Romano. Joey's feeling of independence was most felt when riding his bike. It is then that he felt freedom, enjoyment and thrill, which was obvious to all who knew him. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Larry Romano of Florida; and his aunt, Johanna Romano formerly of Sutersville. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Matilda Harrison; and paternal grandmother, Charlotte Romano.
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April 05, 2016 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Edward J. Klotz Sr., 87, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, April 4, 2016 at his home. He was born October 21, 1928 in Duquesne, PA, a son of the late Michael and Anna Petrosko Klotz. Prior to his retirement, Edward was a masonry bricklayer for US Steel and was a Corporal in the US Army, having served during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church, White Oak Rod and Gun Club, life member of the NRA and American Legion Post 0344 for 46 years. Edward was an avid outdoors man who enjoyed hunting, fishing and yard work and was a Pittsburgh Sports Teams Fan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael. He is survived by his wife, Marie Czarnecki Klotz; sons, Michael and his wife, Sheila, Gary, Edward Jr. and his wife, Laurie; grandchildren, Michael, Stephen, Anna, E.J. III, and Zachary Klotz. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA, on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Liturgy will be held on Saturday at 12 noon in St. Stephen Byzantine Catholic Church, North Huntingdon. PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO THE CHURCH. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
April 05, 2016 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Patricia Brady, age 81, of Columbus Ohio, formerly of Dravosburg, died March 30, 2016, at Claremont Retirement Village in Columbus. Born Nov. 10, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Clair A. and Ruth (Winn) Brady.
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April 05, 2016 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Rita C. Hadbavny, 84, of North Huntingdon, passed away Monday, April 4, 2016 at Excela Health Westmoreland. She was born September 21, 1931 in Pittsburgh, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary DeVera Pavlik. Rita was a member of St. Agnes Parish. She was a loving mother who enjoyed being a homemaker and enjoyed spending time gardening. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Hadbavny; son, Timothy Hadbavny; brothers, Andrew, Joseph, Cyril Pavlik; sister, Irene Pavasik; and grandson, Daniel. She is survived by her sons, Michael Hadbavny, David Hadbavny and his wife, Cindee, Robert Hadbavny and his wife, Barb; daughter, Eileen Iwinski and her husband, Chuck; grandchildren, Scott, Kelly, Adam, Ryan, Jason, Jennifer, Justin, Joshua, Brandi; great-grandchildren, Lilly, Brooke, Justin, Cora, Conor, Brayden, Jocelyn; sister, Dolores Bombara; and her furry companion, Jackie. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. A blessing service will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Action For Animals, Route 217, Derry, PA. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
April 05, 2016 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patricia Spahr Miller, 80, of North Huntingdon, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016 at her home. She was born February 23, 1936 in Greensburg, PA, daughter of the late Charles and Alice Herold Spahr. Patricia was co-owner of Herminie Feed and Supply, Irwin and McKeesport stores. She was an active member of Circleville United Methodist Church, where she was a past member of the Church Council, past member of the Board of Trustees, prayer group, and volunteer for the Vacation Bible School. She was past chairman of Reseda Jr. Women's Club, Reseda, CA, past chairman of North Irwin Jr. Women's Club, Mother Advisor of the Order of the Rainbow Girls and Den Mother for BSA. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, William H. Miller; sons, Kevin Miller, Rev's. Kenneth Miller and his wife, Denise; daughter, Nadine Miller-Haelle and her husband, Frank; brother, Thomas Spahr and his wife, Donna; sister, Bonnie Koury; four grandchildren, Craig (Claudia) Miller, Kyle (Anna) Haelle, Justin Miller, Jenae Haelle; five great-grandchildren, Kristian, Alejandra, Sierra, Halley and William. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA, on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. in Circleville United Methodist Church. Interment in Irwin Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Circleville United Methodist Church. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com.
April 04, 2016 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Daniel Cavanaugh, 57, of Elizabeth Township, died Monday, April 4, 2016 at home. He was born March 19, 1959 in New Eagle and was the son of Anita Schmidt Cavanaugh of Elizabeth Township and the late Harry Cavanaugh. He worked for Simonetta's Collision and Car Care Center in McKeesport and was a graduate of Elizabeth-Forward Class of 1977. Dan was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, working in the garden and spending time with his family.
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April 04, 2016 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Helen B. (Levdansky) Emsurak, 88, of Elizabeth Township, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2016 in Arden Courts, Jefferson Hills.
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April 04, 2016 |
By Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home - Crematory | Posted in: Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory
David H. Gilchrist, age 72 of Elizabeth Twp., formerly of Ellwood City, died April 3, 2016 at Healthcare@Home Hospice in West Penn Hospital. Born April 17, 1943 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Harold and Estelle (Punzell) Gilchrist and beloved husband of Patty (Kennedy) Gilchrist.
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April 04, 2016 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Frank J. Angelo Jr., of Port Vue, died Friday, April 1, 2016. He was a son of Elizabeth (Patacca) Angelo and the late Frank Angelo. He is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy (Rybar) Angelo; sister, Thelma Decolati, of Glassport; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Louis Angelo. Frank was a retired butcher for Shop-n-Save, and was a member of St. Patrick's Parish.
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April 03, 2016 |
By William S. Skovranko Memorial Home | Posted in: William S. Skovranko Memorial Home
Elmer Novak, 84, formerly of Duquesne, died Friday April 1, 2016. Born June 7, 1931, in Cicava, Slovakia he was the son of the late John and Anna Kovach Novak. Mr. Novak was a retired employee of Bethlehem Steel and a member of SS. Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne. Beloved husband of the late Anna Kovac Novak, he is survived by two sons, Tim (Linda) Novak of Fayetteville, NC., and Paul (Mary Beth) Novak of Whitehall; a daughter, Shirley Weitzel of Reynoldsville, two brothers, Cyril Novak of RI, and Andrew Sandor of CA; a sister, Mary Ann Klaczak of MD, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife he was also preceded in death by a son, Elmer Steven Novak.
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April 03, 2016 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
CONSTANCE "D.D." SYDESKI, 80, of Glassport, died March 31, 2016. She is the daughter of the late John and Mary (Bogush) Sydeski. She is survived by brothers Raymond (Gina) Sydeski of FL and Robert Sydeski of Glassport; sister Gertrude Ormand, with whom she resided; sister-in-laws, Elaine Sydeski and Barbara Sydeski; also nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by brothers Steven, Edwin and John.
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April 03, 2016 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
FRANCES M. JAKUBEK, 81, of Liberty Boro, died March 31, 2016. She is the daughter of the late John and Stella Murray and wife of the late Donald Jakubek. She is survived by sons Dr. Donald (Marybeth) Jakubek of Latrobe, Timothy (Eliana) Jakubek of West Palm Beach, FL, retired Lt. Commander David (Meg) Jakubek of Fairfax Station, VA and James (Kam) Jakubek of Lake Charles, LA; daughters Linda (Perry) Peretich of Liberty Boro and Joan (Mic) Jakubek of Charleston, SC; grandchildren MaryJo, Annie, Daniela, Timothy, Frances, Ryan (Amy),Lauren, Adam (Sonja), David (Lindsey), Christopher (Molly), Jaclyn (Eliot) and Lukas; great grandchildren Michael, Matthew, Nadja, Noah, Micah, Alexus, Gabriel, Kinley and Calen; sister Margaret Mellott of Liberty Boro and brother James Murray of Herndon, VA.
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April 03, 2016 |
By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Brian Francis Strager, age 51, of Scott Township, and formerly of Liberty Borough, died March 30, 2016, at his home, a group home managed by the Partners For Quality Foundation. Born Feb. 9, 1965, in McKeesport, he was the son of Mary Lou (Zuro) Strager and the late Frank Strager. Brian had worked at the Center For Creative Opportunities in Coraopolis. Life held many special events for him. He enjoyed camping, train rides, the Gateway Clipper and most of all, the circus.
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April 03, 2016 |
By William Snyder Funeral Home | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Gerald P. “Jerry” Dilla, 79, of Irwin, died at home Thursday March 31, 2016. He was born November 21, 1936 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Eugene and Mary Dilla and was also preceded in death by two sisters and a brother. He was a retired baking supervisor for Braun Baking Co., Pittsburgh and a member of the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Irwin. Jerry enjoyed spending time at his cabin on the Allegheny River and loved to fish. He had a great sense of humor and loved his family. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict era. He is survived by his wife of over fifty years, Shirley A. (Lemak) Dilla; children, Bernadette (Dave) Blatnick of Adamsburg, Patrick (Erin) Dilla of Hobe Sound, FL, John (Chris) Dilla of Raccoon Township, and Jim (Jen) Dilla of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Jake and Mike Dilla; a sister, Nancy (Casey) Kelly Chicago, IL; a brother in law, Art Proviano of Penn Hills; a sister in law, Jane Goodish; and many nieces and nephews.
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April 02, 2016 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
William Bennett Lutz, age 2, of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2016, at home. He was a member of the Windover Hills United Methodist Church in South Park.
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