August 18, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Laurence R. "Larry" Bell, age 79 of Irwin, formerly of Wilmerding died August 18, 2025, at Transitions Health Care. He was born November 4, 1945, in Pittsburgh, a son of Betty Gladfelter Bell and the late Robert Bell. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Debbie Kovaloski and Carolyn. Zgonc Larry is survived by a son David Bell and a daughter, Amy Blankenship, one brother, Thomas Bell and friend Sharon Sisco. There will be no public visitation.
August 18, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Michael (Mike) Kelly, 69 of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, transitioned to eternity on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Michael was born December 26, 1955, to the late Clyde C. Kelly Sr. and Viola Flowers Kelly. Michael was a 1973 graduate of McKeesport Senior High School and later attended the Community College of Allegheny County, South Campus on a basketball scholarship. He worked at LaRosa Boys and Girls Club, U.S. Steel Irvin Works, and retired from General Motors, where he worked for over 30 years.
Michael enjoyed sports of all sorts. He was an avid tennis player and golfer. He enjoyed the outdoors and started to try his hand at pickleball. Michael loved family time and enjoyed making up games and watching the kids and later the grandchildren compete for small prizes. He loved attending the grandchildren’s sports events and school activities and was very proud of their accomplishments.
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August 18, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
James “Chip” F. Hull Jr., age 71 of East McKeesport, went to be with the Lord, his infant son, and family on Friday, August 8, 2025. He was born October 20, 1953 in McKeesport, a son of the late James F. and Alice (Jones) Hull. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Plum Borough.
Chip attended McKeesport area schools, played Little League baseball and was part of a championship team with Jaycox Funeral Home. He was a member of the McKeesport Little Theater in high school where he met his eternal love when he played her grandfather in The Five Little Peppers. After marrying his high school sweetheart, Chip enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1971 where he became a dental assistant and was honorably discharged in 1975. He returned home with his family and worked in the blast furnace at U.S. Steel Duquesne Works, the blast furnace his great-grandfather helped to build.
In 1980, he returned to school and received his degree and became a Physician’s Assistant and then was certified later that year. He had a long career where he worked in the federal prison system, and in the fields of occupational health, psychiatric health, emergency medicine, and family practice, which was his favorite. He was loved by his patients, especially children. He then went into educating future Physician’s Assistants as an Assistant Professor.
At the time of his retirement, he was the founding Director of the Physician’s Assistant Program at Francis Marion University in Florence, South Carolina.
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August 18, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: William Snyder Funeral Home
Marilyn J. (Welty) Bertok, 80, of Liberty Borough, formerly of East McKeesport, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. She passed peacefully at home. She was born September 3, 1944, at Braddock Hospital, the daughter of the late Edwin C. “Bud” Welty Sr. and late Esther P. (Hite) Welty. Marilyn loved babysitting her grandchildren, enjoyed horseback riding, baking, car rides, going to Kennywood, and traveling to Gettysburg.
As a teenager, she would spend her summers at her adored Uncle George and Aunt Lois Armstrong’s farm in Lewistown, PA where she would swim in the Juniata River, help with farm chores, and ride horses. Marilyn was renowned for her nut rolls. Marilyn loved her family and devoted herself to them. Marilyn was a retired toll booth collector for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
She is survived by her children, John K. Bertok of Liberty Borough, Karyn Bertok of Liberty Borough, and Mark Bertok and his wife, Kristin of Port Vue, and beloved grandchildren, Austin, Kelsey, and Canon Bertok; her brother, Edwin C. “Bud” Welty, Jr. and his wife, Clara, of East McKeesport, good friend Sally McDermott; also a niece and nephews. Marilyn also leaves behind her cat, Scooter, and grand-dogs, Peppie and Daisy.
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August 18, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Frederick E. "Fred" Miller, Jr., 78, of North Huntingdon, passed away Wednesday, August 13, 2025 after a five year battle with ALS at his daughter's residence. Fred was born March 2, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Frederick E. Miller, Sr. and Margaret (Wigand) Miller Smith. Fred was a US ARMY Veteran, who served during the Vietnam War. Upon his discharge as Seargent, he was awarded The Purple Heart with 1 Device, The Bronze Star Medal with 1 Device, The Good Conduct Medal, The Combat Infantryman Badge, The Vietnam Campaign Medal, The National Defense Service Medal and Vietnam Service Medal. Upon Completion of his military service, Fred would go on to work for US Steel Irvin Works for over 50 years, retiring as a manager. He enjoyed working and watching TV. He loved spending time with his family, and in later years, fishing with his family. He will be greatly missed.
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August 17, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Patsy Malley, age 84 of North Huntingdon, passed away on August 15, 2025, at Golden Heights Care Home. She was born on October 2, 1940 in Fordyce, Arkansas, a daughter of the late Claude Ratliff and Arrie Courtney Ratliff. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Greensburg. In her free time, Patsy enjoyed gardening, and she liked to keep a watchful eye on her social media accounts. Most of all, Patsy cherished the time spent with her family. In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by her husband John Malley in July 2025, six brothers, Alan, Russell, Troy, L.B., Herbert and Milford, and four sisters, Darlene, Frances, Carolyn, and Marcelle. She is survived by three sons John Malley (wife Mary), Jeffrey Malley (wife Pam), and Jason Malley, one daughter Lisa Patella (husband John), one sister, Dorothy, grandchildren Morgan, Merric, Jeff Jr., Justin, Jessica, Anthony, and Nicholas, and four great-grandchildren Santino, Luca, Gia, and Roman. Visitation will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Patsy's name to the American Cancer Society. James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon in charge of arrangements. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 16, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
Scott A. Marchese, age 60, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in Dedham, Massachusetts on June 10, 1965, he was the son of
Elaine (Kern) Marchese and the late Rocco Marchese. He was a mechanic by trade and enjoyed working on cars and building weekly fires in his fire pit.
He liked playing the guitar and play station as well as spending time with his dog Penny.
He is the beloved husband of Susan Masur for 14 years; father of Scott Marchese, Jr and Richard Marchese, both of Ohio; step father of Matthew Masur of West Mifflin, Amie Masur of Seattle, Washington and Alex (Nicole) Masur of Washington; brother of Wayne (Sandra) Marchese of Boston, Massachusetts and Elaine Marchese-Canniff of Florida.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 17, 2025, from 4-8 p.m., at the MALOY-SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 KENNEDY AVE., DUQUESNE, 15110, 412-466-3300, WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER, SUPERVISOR, WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER, FUNERAL DIRECTOR. An additional visitation and funeral will be held in Boston, Massachusetts.
August 15, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Danny Lee Miller, age 76 of Clairton, passed away at home on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Born December 7, 1948 in McKeesport, he was a son of the late Clarence and Jennie (Stearns) Miller. A retired yard supervisor at Mon River Supply in West Elizabeth, Danny was a 1968 graduate of Clairton High School and a US Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was also a life member, former president, and served ranks from 1st. Lieutenant to Chief with the Forward Twp. VFD. He was captain of the Fire/Police Organization and its treasurer, and he was active with the Junior Fire Coordinators, EMTs, a BSA/Webelos leader and assistant Scout Leader, and a union commissioner. Danny is survived by his daughter Ehrin (Bill) Miller Murray; his granddaughter Abigail Murray; his siblings Barbara (the late Alton) McCullough, Curtis S. (Adrianne) Miller, Ray R. Miller, Debbie Pazo, Susan (Ron) Vigliotti, and Patrick (Beth) Miller; and also numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Danny L. Miller, Jr. and his dogs CocaCola and McGee.
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August 15, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Kathleen M. Cassady, age 77 of Clairton, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 in her daughter's home. Born August 28, 1947 in Pittsburgh, she was a daughter of the late Leo and Margaret (Blowski) Redlinger. A member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish - St. Clare of Assisi Church in Clairton, Kathleen is survived by her daughter Dana (Jerrome) Kazmierczyk of Natrona Heights; her grandchildren Bradley, Tyler, Shane, and Athena Kazmierczyk; her partner Catherine "Louise" Gallo of Clairton; her siblings Rosemarie Farina, Thomas (Kim) Redlinger, Bernard (Maryann) Redlinger, Timothy (Barbara) Redlinger, and David Redlinger; and also nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings Leo and August Redlinger, Margaret McCann, Diane Link, and Mary, Joseph, Regis, and Edward Redlinger.
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August 14, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Terry Clay Williams, age 68, of McKeesport, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025 at home. Born November 14, 1956, he was a son of the late Wilbur Clay and Lois Isabelle (McClead) Williams. Terry was a veteran of the US Army and retired as a lead transportation security officer at the Pittsburgh International Airport. He was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Murrysville and will be remembered as a helpful and loyal family man. Terry is survived by his daughters Stephanie Nicole Williams of McKeesport and Danielle Alayne (Debayan) Maitra of the State of Washington; sister Cecelia A. Kraft of Elizabeth; and niece Raquel Gruber of Fort Myers, FL.
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August 13, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Carlee Jean Ann DeCicco, was born and died in Pittsburgh, PA on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. She is the daughter of William DeCicco of McKeesport, PA and Beth Gereshenski of Belle Vernon, PA.
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August 13, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Dale Raymond Gerstner, 77, of White Oak, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025. He was born on June 24, 1948 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Harry F. and Marian (Carlson) Gerstner. He was born on the same day White Oak Borough was incorporated. He was a proud US Army Veteran, and served our country during the Vietnam War. Dale was the owner of Gerstner Autobody in White Oak, he was very talented working on Ambulances, Hearses, rare cars and many vehicles during his career. He was also a former part time police officer for White Oak and East McKeesport. Most importantly he was family man who walked a Christian life. He enjoyed his horses when he was young and very fond of nature. He also loved traveling, scuba diving, skiing, white water rafting and spending time on his back porch.
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August 12, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Roy George Gray, of Rostraver Township, on Saturday, August 9, 2025. He was born January 18, 1944 in McKeesport to the late Roy Sheridan and Doris (Pomilio) Gray. Roy was a man of kindness who lived a Christian life of integrity spending the last 30 years plus in Charleston SC, and recently returned, full circle, to Port Royal. Roy, an accredited songwriter, practicing guitarist, also enjoyed golfing, and playing PC simulator games. Roy could be described as a salesman by heart, a man who lived a life of adventure, racing stock cars, driving truck cross country, and even spent time working for NASA. He was also known as a well-versed entrepreneur, from the early days of collecting and reselling golf balls, to successfully starting and managing multiple businesses in his lifetime. Roy enjoyed relaxing on the water, either sailing or in his speed boat. He also loved photography and loved taking pictures of family and friends. He is survived by his children, Mark (Kim) Gray of West Newton, Erika Gray of Harrisburg, and Cristi (Greg) Orr of Charleston, SC; his 9 grandchildren; and 1 great-grandchild; siblings, Dean (Lilly) Gray, Marvin (Cathy) Gray, Betsy Sporio, and Scott (Margy) Gray; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Roy is also preceded in death by his wife, Frankie Gray; as well as his sisters, Susan Manning and Rozanne Fowler. Friends are welcome Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 12-3pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. A Memorial Service will follow at 3pm in the funeral home chapel. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
August 12, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Michael Adam Jones, 30, of Irwin passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025. He was born May 6, 1995 in Pittsburgh to Robert Alan Jones and Susan (Macey) Bauman. Through the years, Mikes passion for cycling turned to motorcycle rides and working around cars - working for Kenny Ross Mazda as a Salesman and as a co-owner of Zak's Bike Shop. He also enjoyed spending time with his friends and traveling. In addition to his parents, Mike is survived by his sisters, Amanda (Jeff) Zeiler of Bethel Park, Amy (John) Dzurko of Bethel Park, and Jessica (Nick) D'Amato of Greensburg; his maternal grandfather, Robert (the late Catherine) Macey; and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald and Carolyn Jones. Friends are welcome Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 4-8pm and Friday, August 15, 2025 from 10-11am at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. 412-751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Memorial Service will take place Friday, August 15, 2025 at 11am in the funeral home chapel. Pastor Paul Walter will officiate. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
August 12, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Janet Eileen Baldridge, 74, of North Huntingdon, passed away on Saturday, August 9, 2025. She was born February 19, 1951 in McKeesport and was the daughter of the late Arthur and Gertrude (Thomas) Liebreum. She was a member of the former St. John's Lutheran Church in McKeesport. Janet had a heart of gold, who would give everything for her beloved family, especially her good hugs. She loved God and her church and she had the ability to make everyone she encountered feel special. She loved the life and family that she was blessed with, she especially loved her nieces and nephews.
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