Arthur W. Fellers

July 04, 2016 |

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

Arthur W. Fellers, 68, of Irwin, went home to be with his heavenly father, Saturday July 2, 2016, at home, with the loving support of his family. He was raised in Forest Hills, a son of the late William and Emma Louise (Casper) Fellers and was also preceded in death by a sister, Judith Herd. Art was a member and elder at Greensburg Alliance Church. He formerly worked at Westinghouse Research, Churchill, Sony, New Stanton, and Home Depot, Greensburg. He earned an associate degree from Triangle Tech, Pittsburgh.

Dorothy M. (Majhan) Kenyhercz

July 03, 2016 |

By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home

Dorothy M. (Majhan) Kenyhercz, 86, of Plum, formerly of North Huntingdon, died Thursday June 30, 2016. She was born August 14, 1929 in Braddock, a daughter of the late Peter and Mary (Martincic) Majhan and was also preceded in death by her grandson, Tyler D. Kenyhercz, and siblings, Joseph Majhan, Eleanor Matelan and Rose Manko. She was a former cafeteria employee for Norwin School District and enjoyed baking, sewing and going to the casino. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Byzantine Church, North Huntingdon and an avid Pittsburgh Pirates fan.

Thomas D. Gatchie

July 03, 2016 |

By willig | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory

Thomas D. Gatchie, age 59, of Clairton, formerly of McKeesport, died June 28, 2016 at his home. Born June 30, 1956, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late John and Catherine (Coulter) Gatchie and the husband of the late Gina L. Gatchie.
Tom was a hard-working man, who worked at S&S Transit for many years as a driver and dispatcher. He was a wonderful, gentle person who found sobriety late in life, overcoming the impossible and lived proudly to tell the tale. Tom was giving and selfless and would take the shirt off his back for a stranger. He made you feel like you mattered and would extend his hand to anyone in need.

Evelyn L. Kondrich

July 02, 2016 |

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

Evelyn L. Kondrich, age 86 of Hempfield Twp., formerly of North Huntingdon, passed on Friday, July 1, 2016 at Latrobe Hospital. Born February 5, 1930 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Edward "Doc" and Rose (Kovac) Dougherty, and beloved wife of the late Charles Kondrich. Evelyn found great joy in the many group bus trips she would take, having traveled across the country many times. She was an avid Steelers Fan, and her enthusiasm for the game will be missed. She also enjoyed spending time tending to her garden at home. She is survived by her children, Mark Kondrich of Irwin, Chris (Janice) Kondrich of Unity Twp., and Lori (Charles) Walk of Hempfield Twp.; grandchildren, John "Randy", Jeremy, Katie, Michelle and Nicole Kondrich; and many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Rose Beldham and Diane Vendetti. Family and friends will be received at Jaycox-Jaworski Funeral Home & Crematory on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 from 11:00 am until time of Blessing Service at 1:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Father Kevin Dominic will officiate. Inurnment will be private at Penn-Lincoln Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Excela Home Care & Hospice, Attn: Mary Ellen Davin,  134 Industrial Park Dr., Suite 1600, Greensburg, PA 15601.

Sallie Kelly

July 02, 2016 |

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

Sallie Kelly, 77, of North Huntingdon, died Saturday, July 2, 2016. She was born March 4, 1939, in Meyersdale, PA, daughter of the late Durbin and Hilda Drenner Lohr. 

Lee F. Brockman

July 01, 2016 |

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

Lee F. Brockman, age 79, of North Huntingdon, PA, passed away Friday, July 1, 2016 at Excela Health Westmoreland.

Joseph J. Berger

July 01, 2016 |

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

Joseph J. Berger, age 86, of North Huntingdon, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 30, 2016.

Dennis M. Freda

July 01, 2016 |

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

Dennis M. Freda, age 71, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at Canterbury Place, Pittsburgh.  He was born October 17, 1944, a son of the late Julius and Victoria Ladika Freda.

Thomas R. Gossman

June 30, 2016 |

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

Thomas R. Gossman, 84, of Elizabeth Township, died Wednesday, June 29, 2016. He was born January 2, 1932 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Jacob and Edith Kreiger Gossman. He was the husband of the late Alice Jean Svec Gossman who died March 21, 2008. Thomas was a member of St. Michael Parish, Elizabeth Township Seniors, Lifespan and was also a 50 year member of the Bettis Bowling League. He was a retired Senior Technologist for the Bettis Atomic Power Lab.

Rev. Harry Lewis Burchell, Sr.

June 30, 2016 |

By Editor | Posted in: Deaths Elsewhere

Rev. Harry Lewis Burchell, Sr., 85, of Ridgeley, W.Va., died Sunday, June 26, 2016 at the Western Maryland Regional Medical Center.

Born November 29, 1930 in McKeesport, Pa., he was the son of the late John and Edith (Campbell) Burchell.
 
He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Marylee (Fike) Burchell; his second wife, Patricia Ann (Grant) Burchell; two brothers, John and Charles “Chuck,”; and, three sisters, Flo, Kate, and Dora.

Regis A. Graboski

June 29, 2016 |

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

Cheryl A. Young

June 29, 2016 |

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

Cheryl A. Young, 55, of North Versailles, died Monday June 27, 2016. She was born December 8, 1960 in McKeesport, a daughter of Irene (Mellon) Young of North Versailles and the late R. Glen Young. Cheryl was an employee of Civic Light Opera, Pittsburgh. Her passion was theatre. She acted, directed, and served as stage manager, often providing props. She was formerly active with the New Group Theatre. She will be remembered for her unforgettable smile and beautiful soul.

Scott A. Williamson

June 29, 2016 |

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

Scott A. Williamson, known to friends as “Wilk” and “Scotty”, 46, of Pittsburgh, formerly of West Hempfield, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2016. He was born December 26, 1969 in Pittsburgh, the beloved son of Carol and the late Drew Williamson of Irwin. Dear brother of Susan (Dan) Marcinko and “Uncle” to Meghan, Molly, and Matthew Marcinko of Robinson Township. Scott’s pride and joy were his two beloved dogs ~ Makena and the late Winfield.

He was a 1988 graduate of Hempfield Area High School. He received his B.S. in Business Administration from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia where he played 4 years of Division III football.

William C. Ressler

June 28, 2016 |

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

William C. Ressler, age 83, of North Huntingdon, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at home.

Blanche L. Reynolds

June 28, 2016 |

By Hunter Funeral Home | Posted in: Hunter Funeral Home

Blanche L. Reynolds, 97, formerly of McKeesport, died Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at Locust Grove Assisted Living in West Mifflin, PA.  Born in Homeville, PA on June 30, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Frederick Emmet and Anna Mathilda Hoffman Hanst.  Wife of the late William J. Reynolds, she is survived by her daughters, Linda (Dan) Rendulic of Port Vue and Charlene (Glenn) Hennon of Glen Rock, PA, son, Gary W. (Noreen) Reynolds of Glenshaw, 6 grandchildren, Dan and Carl Rendulic, Bradley and Brian Hennon, and Gary and Nick Reynolds, also by 9 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter.  She was preceded in death by a brother, Fred Hanst, and 2 sisters, Dorothy Albrecht and Ruth Hanst.  She was a member of the former Hope United Methodist Church and Beulah Park United Methodist Church.  Friends will be received in the Hunter Funeral Home, Inc., 1600 Coursin Street, McKeesport, PA  15132 on Friday, July 1, 2016 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM, where a service will be conducted at 2:00 PM with her grandson, Pastor Brian Hennon officiating.  Interment will follow in Jefferson Memorial Park.  The family suggests contributions to Heritage Hospice, 2400 Leechburg Road, New Kensington, PA  15068.