Edward N. Welty
June 03, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Christina (Antonella) Smith
June 03, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Christina Smith, aged 90 of Harrison City and formerly of White Oak, passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Redstone Highlands in Murrysville. Born November 5, 1934 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Carmella Antonella. A former administrative assistant at Westinghouse's Bettis National Laboratory and member of Mary, Mother of God Parish - St. Angela's Church, Tina will always be cherished and remembered fondly by all for her strength of character, keen sense of humor, all-embracing kindness, unsparing generosity, remarkable resilience, and last, but not least, her truly exceptional baking skills and treats. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, the late Ronald A. Smith, who passed away in August 2005, and all seven of her older siblings. Tina is survived by her daughter Linda (Chris) Temple of Harrison City, her grandsons Michael (Ashley) Temple of Harrison City and Jeremy (Milena) Temple of Penn Twp, the light of her life, her great-granddaughter Lexi Temple, and also many nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Tina were held privately. Tina’s family would also very much like to extend a special, heartfelt thank you to the wonderful staff at Redstone Highlands of Murrysville for their exemplary care and comfort not only for Tina, but to her family as well. Arrangements by the Daniel F. Bekavac Funeral Home, Versailles.
Mary Ruth Queen
June 02, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Mary Ruth Queen, 77, of McKeesport, was born March 2, 1948, in Industry, PA. She was the beloved daughter of the late Cecil and Carrie Spence Anderson.
Mary was a graduate of Elizabeth Forward High School, a former member and past President of Mt. Vernon Elementary PTA. And she was also inducted into the softball Hall of Fame in Boston, PA.
Mary was employed at Dicks Sporting Goods warehouse working in the distribution, shipping and receiving departments.
Mary was a wonderful mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, friend, and wife of the late Robert Queen, Sr.
Cynthia James
June 02, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Obituary
Cynthia James, 69, died May 26, 2025. A memorial service was held May 31, 2025 at Jerusalem Baptist Church. Duquesne. Arrangements were in care of Tunie Funeral Home.
Carol Ann Brown
June 02, 2025 |
By Administrator | Posted in: Robert A. Waters Funeral Home
Carol Ann Brown, 84, of McKeesport, was born December 7, 1940, in Van Meter, PA. She was the only daughter of the late Claud Theodore Walker and Eldora Elizabeth (Carter) Walker. At home on May 28, 2025, she became absent from her body and present with the Lord. She is preceded in death by her parents, Claud T. and Eldora E. (Doe); beloved husband, Alonzo L. Brown, Jr. (Nab); daughter, Valerie Lynn Brown; sister, Berniece Dixon; brothers, Claud Eugene (Geno) Walker, Howard Milton Walker, Arthur Carl (Gateau) Walker, Vernon Alphonso (Doby) Walker, Carter Melvin Walker, Theodore Franklin “Teddy” Walker, Alvin Floyd Walker, Anthony Wayne Walker and James David “Hawkeye” Walker and grandson, Richard William (Ricky) Herring II.
Carol graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School in 1959, the second class to graduate from this building. Carol was a lifetime member of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church of McKeesport, Pennsylvania. For many years, she served on the Senior Usher Board. She was employed and retired from Mon Yough Community Services as a receptionist. Carol was a member of the Robinettes (Clairton 88’s women’s softball team). She was a fashionista and loved to attend the Ebony Fashion Fair Fashion Show every year that it came to Pittsburgh.
Rev. Robert Michael Walney Eschelbacher
June 02, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Rev. Robert Michael Walney, also known as, Robert Eschelbacher, 86, of Greenock, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025. He was born May 8, 1939, and was the son of the late Edward and Pearl Eschelbacher. He was the loving husband of 39 years to the late Rev. Ruth Walney, who passed away on May, 8 2001. He was a 1958 graduate of Clairton High School. Pastor Bob touched the hearts and lives of many people during his 6 decades of ministry at Prayer Time Cathedral, alongside his wife. He loved traveling to Maui frequently, where he had made many close friends, throughout the years.
Helen Checca
June 02, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Helen Checca, age 97, of Timonium, MD, formerly of White Oak, PA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 29, 2025 with loving nieces, Karen Fagan and Patricia Brletic by her side. She was born in McKeesport, PA on August 7, 1927 and was the daughter of the late Antiono and Anna Carrara Leonardo. During the Great Depression, Helen’s parents agreed to her intrafamily adoption with Anna’s sister, Angeline Checca, and her husband Joseph. Helen resided with her adoptive parents in Ohio until after graduation from Steubenville High School in 1944 when she returned to McKeesport.
Jacqueline "Jackie' Cohen
June 02, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Jacqueline "Jackie' Cohen, 79, of Pittsburgh passed away at home Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born in Pittsburgh on December 24, 1945 to the late Irwin and Sara (Verbofsky) Katz. She is survived by her loving husband, Gary Cohen; daughter, Robyn (David) Brown of McDonald; grandchildren, Abigayle and Parker Brown, and Tori Cohen; her brother, Richard (Susan) Katz; her sister, Ellen (Scott) Grosser; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her parents, Jackie is preceded in death by her son, Matthew Cohen who passed away in 2016. There are no services. Arrangements are by the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, PA 15135. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
Melissa Lou Stefanic
June 02, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Melissa Lou Stefanic, 63 of Elizabeth Township, formerly of Glassport passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born in McKeesport on February 21, 1962 to the late Frank and Kathleen (Dunlap) Ventresca. Melissa was a woman of many hobbies, talents, and careers. Starting her journey as a Ballerina at the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, then going to Chatham University to become a teacher, attending St. Margaret's School of Nursing, and finally achieving a Master's degree at Waynesburg University while working as and RN for the VA Hospital in Oakland. Melissa was a member of the White Oak American Legion Auxiliary #701, as well as the American Legion Riders. She enjoyed her trips on the motorcycle, camping, and also loved crafting and being a dog mom. She is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Robert J. "Bob" Stefanic; her 2 sons, James F. (Angela) Stefanic of Pittsburgh, and Samuel R. (Sasha) Stefanic of Upper St. Clair; her grandson, James R. Stefanic; nephew, John (Crystal) Goldsworthy; and many loving friends. In addition to her parents, Melissa is preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Goldworthy. Friends are welcome Thursday, June 5, 2025 from 2-4 & 6-8pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, director. Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00am. Interment will follow at Penn Lincoln Memorial Park. Condolences can be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com
Thomas W. Carpenter
June 02, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
Beth Ann (Schaming) Mattie
June 02, 2025 |
By Wojciechowski Funeral Home | Posted in: Wojciechowski Funeral Home
Beth Ann (Schaming) Mattie, 58, of Port Vue, died June 1, 2025. She is the daughter of the late Charles and Sarah (Yousko) Schaming. She is survived by her significant other, Emil "Tim" Yesensky; daughters Courtney Mattie and Sarah (Kevin) Peindl; son Drew (Jennica Shearer) Mattie; grandchildren Carson, Jaxson and Lilliana; brothers Chuck (the late Michelle) Schaming, Darrell Schaming and Dwayne (the late Theresa) Schaming; sister Milissa (Stuart) Kernstock; also nieces and nephews. A celebration of Beth Ann's life will be held July 5, 2025, 1:00 pm, at the Blue Spruce Pavilion in White Oak Park. Funeral arrangements by the Wojciechowski Funeral Home, Glassport.
Robert D. Nicklow
June 02, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John Pacerucha
June 02, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
John Pacerucha, age 81 of Jefferson Hills, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025 in Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh. Born August 2, 1943 in Glassport, he was the son of the late Michael and Mary (Prokopchak) Pacerucha. He was preceded in death by his siblings Anne Handra, Michael and Paul Pacerucha. John is survived by his loving wife of 38 years Caren (Yanik) Pacerucha. He was a loving uncle to two generations of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. John was caring and loving to his cousins and friends. He was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era and a member of the American Legion Post #443 of Glassport. He was a member of Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish.
Lois Jean Connolly Rodman
June 01, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Lois Jean Connolly Rodman, age 75, of McKeesport, PA, died on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born in Braddock, PA on August 24, 1949 and was the daughter of the late Thomas J. and Mary E. Letchford Connolly. She graduated from Braddock General Hospital School of Nursing. She retired after many years as a dedicated registered nurse, for which she had a deep passion and cared deeply for everyone. She enjoyed spending time with her family, teaching her grandchildren how to make pierogies and loved shopping. She will be deeply missed. Her quick wit and sense of humor will be deeply missed by family and friends.
Darril Clark Bill
May 31, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Darril Clark Bill (“D.C.”), 59, was a lifelong adventurer who called many places
“Home”- McKeesport, PA; Peachtree City, GA; Orlando FL; and Blue Ridge, GA.
His final days were spent making his mark in Chattanooga, TN, where he passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.
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Darril was born in 1966 in McKeesport, PA to Faik D. Bill and Janice M. (Grimes) Bill.
Driven by his love of Country and passion for aviation, Darril graduated from The U.S. Air Force Academy in 1988 and fulfilled his dream of becoming an Air Force pilot. He achieved the rank of Lieutenant Colonel and retired after 22 years of service.
In 1997, Darril joined Delta Airlines as a commercial airline pilot. At the time of his death, he was a newly-minted A-350 Captain flying all around the world.
A dedicated student of life, Darril’s love of learning made him a jack-of-all-trades, and his work ethic made him a master of most. You were just as likely to find him in his workshop repairing an antique pinball machine as you were to encounter him absorbed in a book on history or government. He had a movie quote for every occasion, and legend has it he would sometimes moonlight as Batman.
Whether he was enacting elaborate pranks he devised, researching & documenting the story behind a cherished collectible he had tracked down, or helping his daughters perfect their résumés, Darril always lived up to his playful ideal of “if it’s worth doing, it’s worth overdoing”. (Reader note: he also applied this life motto when pouring powdered sugar onto his pancakes.)
Of all his remarkable endeavors, Darril was most proud of the loving family he and his wife, Kimberly (Pasternak) Bill, built together over their nearly-37 years of marriage. The births of their daughters, Katelyn and Nora, led Darril to discovering his greatest life purpose: loving his girls and raising them to do good in the world.
Darril dreamed of retiring with his wife to his beloved cabin in the mountains of Blue Ridge, where they could watch the breathtaking sunsets and continue creating joyful new memories with their daughters, extended family, and dear friends.
Through his outstanding devotion as a husband & father, his loyalty and goodness as a family member & friend, and the kindness and respect he showed to everyone he met, Darril left the world a brighter place than he found it. Although his time on Earth was far too brief, his legacy will span generations.
For all who love him, we can honor his memory by having more adventures, pursuing our passions, spending more time with the people we love, and enacting more good in the world.
As for Darril, “Mischief Managed”.
(at least for now)
