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August 19, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Joan Elizabeth Winters, affectionately known to all who loved her as “Toots” or “Aunt Toots,” passed away on August 10, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born in McKeesport, PA, on February 10, 1935, and is the daughter of the late Thomas and Josephine Ivanac Winters.
August 19, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Charles J. Filiano, 95, of Elizabeth Twp, passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at his current residence at Point Pleasant Retirement Community. He was born January 23, 1930 in Brooklyn, NY and was the son of the late Joseph and Emma (Farischon) Filiano. Charles was the husband of 67 years to the late Pauline L. (Donofe) Filiano, who passed away July 17, 2022. Charles was a US ARMY Veteran serving during the Korean War, for his service he was awarded The Army of Occupational Medal (Germany) and The Good Conduct Medal. Upon his completion of his military service he would go on to work for Bettis Atomic Laboratories. He was a member of the former St. Denis Church in Versailles and was a current member of Mary, Mother of God Parish. During his time at St. Denis he was an usher, altar server, "Mr. Donut" at the Parish Festival and also a gym teacher and softball coach; at St. Patrick, also served as an usher and altar server for many years. He enjoyed watching TV especially game shows, and sports, most notably the Pirates, Yankees and Steelers. Charles also enjoyed bowling, golfing, scratch off tickets, candy and his favorite wine, Riunite Lambrusco. He will be greatly missed.
August 19, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Marie Catherine Brennan, 70, of West Mifflin, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025. She was born April 11, 1955 in Pittsburgh and was the daughter of the late Robert Paul Brennan, Sr. and Agnes (Rosepink) Brennan. She obtained a bachelors degree in Nursing from The University of Pittsburgh and another in Business From Carnegie Mellon University. She was a nurse for many years and later worked for Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield in the insurance side of health care as well. Marie was a very smart woman and good person. She was a great mother and grandmother, who raised her two sons on her own. She will be greatly missed. Romans 8:18 "For I consider that the sufferings of the present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us".
August 19, 2025 |
By Willig Funeral Home | Posted in: Willig Funeral Home & Crematory
Shirley Harper, age 90, of West Mifflin, formerly of Duquesne, died August 15, 2005, at Southwood Assisted Living. Born February 22, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Blair and Elizabeth (Harrison) Morgan and wife of the late Robert "Bob" "Snuffy" Harper. Shirley lived a life rich in love, friendship, and community involvement.
Shirley spent many years working at the Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, where she contributed her talents and became a cherished member of the Bettis Bowling League. Her warm spirit extended beyond the workplace, as she was an active member of her card club and a member of Grace United Methodist Church of Christ, where she and her husband served as youth leaders, positively impacting the lives of many young people.
August 19, 2025 |
By Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Bekavac Funeral Home and Crematory
Jason T. Honick, age 32 of West Newton, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Born November 16, 1992 in West Palm Beach, FL, he is the son of Jay Honick of Coulter and the late Dawn (Goodenow) Honick. A carpenter for TBI of Little Boston, Jason was a member of the Westco Highlands Four-Wheel-Drive Club. Besides his father, he is survived by his loving wife Kaitlyn (Guthrie) Honick and their two boys Jacob and Thomas; his sister Chelsi Honick of Pt. St. Lucie, FL; his half-brothers Timothy Cline of Urbana, OH and Edward Lopez of West Palm Beach, FL; his stepbrothers Jeremiah Williams of Gastonia, NC and Jason Cattlet of California; and his stepmother Cindy Honick of Coulter.
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.
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.
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.
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.
August 17, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
August 16, 2025 |
By Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home | Posted in: Maloy-Schleifer Funeral Home
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.
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.
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.
