August 21, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
Robert A. Harff, Jr., 77, of Glassport, formerly of McKeesport, passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. He was born on December 21, 1947 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Robert A., Sr and Anna Loretta (March) Harff. Robert was a US Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He was the best HVAC Technician for over 35 years, working for several different companies during his career. He loved drinking beer while listening to oldies, watching classic TV shows and he was an avid talk show enthusiast. He was also a farm boy growing up. He was the loving husband of the late Correna Lynn Harff, who passed away on September 11, 2012.
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August 21, 2025 |
By Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory | Posted in: Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory
In Loving Memory of Ute Lundy (Eberhardt)1962 – 2025
Ute Lundy, beloved wife, cherished friend, and gentle soul, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, at the age of 63. She was surrounded by care and compassion at Willows Nursing Home in Oakmont, Pennsylvania. Born in Mannheim, Germany, Ute carried with her a quiet strength and warmth that touched everyone she met. Her life was marked by kindness, resilience, and a deep love for those closest to her. Her parents, Georg Eberhardt and mother Else Eberhardt (Utz) preceded her in death.
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August 21, 2025 |
By James W. Shirley Funeral Home Inc. | Posted in: James W. Shirley Funeral Home
John P. "Jack" Hails, age 76 of North Huntingdon, passed away on August 20, 2025. He was born on March 6, 1949 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Edward Hails and Ruth Watson Hails. Jack was a decorated veteran of the United States Army, having fought in combat during the Vietnam War. He served as a medic in the 82nd Airborne Division, and he was assigned to the Army's Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol (LRRP). In his free time, Jack enjoyed collecting beer memorabilia at local flea markets, selling various merchandise on eBay and earning the title of Power-Seller, and reading science fiction novels. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his infant twin brother James, brother Eddie Hails, and two sisters, Jan Danchenko and Ruthie Lebron. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Susan Gordon Hails, one son, Jason Hails (wife Megan), one daughter, Mandie Wiltshire (husband Logan Scott), one brother, Richard Hails (wife Nancy), one sister, Valerie Riggen (husband Paul), two grandchildren Cheyanne Gess Brannan (husband Evan) and Zoey Hresko Leigh (husband Julian), three great-grandchildren Corey, Chloe, and James, and numerous nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, on Sunday from 1-3 PM and 5-7 PM with a service beginning at 6:30. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given in Jack's name to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), or to the Hails family. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
August 20, 2025 |
By Strifflers Family Funeral Homes | Posted in: Strifflers Family Funeral Homes
Stewart Ekin, age 98, of Gibsonia, PA, formerly of North Huntingdon, PA, peacefully passed on Sunday, August 17, 2025. He was born in McKeesport, PA on August 12, 1927, and was the son of the late Albert and Elsie Heidle Ekin.
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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.
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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.
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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".
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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, 2025, 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.
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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.
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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