The Obituary Section

William Miller Sr.

, Pennsylvania

April 26, 2026

William G. Miller Sr. age 81 of New Market AL formerly of Imperial PA passed away at his home on Tuesday August 4 2026. Bill was born in Pittsburgh PA on August 30 1944 son to the late Margaret J. Louden and George J. Miller loving husband to the late Theresa G. Riddle Miller who passed on April 27 2026 beloved father to Angela Eric Yoder Suzanna Brian Bell William Stella Miller Jr. Cheri James Mikoloski John Valerie Miller Jeremy Miller the late Michelle Chuck Stierheim Charlene Frank De Luca Caroline Bartholomew Kulus George Miller Justin Kelli Miller and Jason Miller cherished grandfather to Alan Mark Hope Courtnie Aaron Brittanie Tiffanie Stephanie Josh Jeffrey Mollie Stormy Brookes Samantha Bryan Matthew Erin Kristen Joseph James Harriet Summer Faith Jake Abby James Alicia Brooke Kaitlyn Brynlee Anastasia Zander Isabelle Toby Rosalie Evangeline and Melody adored greatgrandfather to Paislee Michael Lucas Gabrielle Ethan…

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Michael Pesta

, Pennsylvania

Michael H. Mickey Pesta age 69 of Collier Township Oakdale PA passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday August 15 2026. Mike was born in Bradford PA on August 19 1956 son to the late Edith Somers and Michael Pesta. Mike is survived by his wife Barbara Mihalsky Pesta of Upper St. Clair PA sisters Denise Albert and her husband Jim of Murrells Inlet SC and Carol McKenna and her partner Tony Leoffler of Waikoloa HI two nieces Dr. Andrea Albert and her husband Dylan Zanow of Los Alamos NM and Lisa Albert and her husband Matthew Tuttle of Somerville MA. Mike is also survived by his best friend of more than 40 years Rich Jula also of Oakdale. Mike graduated from Bradford Area High School in 1974. After high school he moved to Pittsburgh where he obtained a degree from Robert Morris University. He held various jobs when…

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Thomas Moore

, Pennsylvania

July 3, 2023

Thomas E. Moore age 81 of Findlay Township Imperial PA passed away on Thursday August 6 2026. Tom was born in Pittsburgh PA on June 27 1945 son to Irene Meacci Moore and Harvey Moore Sr. husband of 57 years to JoAnne Dodds Moore who survives father to Heather Moore Grayson and the late Thomas Moore Jr. who passed on July 4 2023 and his wife Melanie Moore who survives grandfather to Savanna Rosito and Wendy Moore. Tom was raised in Imperial PA. He enjoyed riding dirt bikes was an avid hunter and dog lover and Tom always had a dog by his side. This led him to becoming a lifelong member of the Imperial Beagle Club. Toms first job as a teenager was at Als Bowling Alley. He later bought the property and built the Imperial Car Wash with his own two hands. Tom retired from his career as…

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Patricia Burns

, Pennsylvania

Patricia Patty Burns age 67 of Findlay Township Coraopolis PA was called home by our heavenly Father on Sunday July 26 2026. Patty was born in Alexandria VA on February 4 1959 beloved daughter to the late Frances L. Van DeWalle and Marshall L. Maness cherished sister to Cynthia Egar Marjorie James Istwan Frank Pat Maness and the late Lawrence Larry Maness. Patty was also a loving aunt niece cousin and friend to many. Patty graduated from West Allegheny High School in 1977 and embarked on a career that showcased her dedication and work ethic. Early in her professional life she worked at Frick Lindsey before spending two decades with Advo Systems where she retired after 20 years of committed service. A woman with a big heart an infectious smile and a funloving sense of humor Patty was known for her generosity and selfdeprecating wit. As a child her family…

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Deacon Augustus Reed Jr.

, Pennsylvania

Deacon Augustus Gus Reed Jr. 84 of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania was born on May 19 1942. He was a devoted husband father grandfather greatgrandfather brother uncle deacon friend and respected community member. His life was marked by unwavering faith dedicated service hard work and deep love for his family. Gus retired from the Port Authority Transit where he served faithfully as a Route Supervisor. His passion for transportation continued through his entrepreneurial venture Reed Transportation which reflected his commitment to excellence and community service. Faith was the foundation of Guss life. He was a devoted member of Mount Olive First Baptist Church in Clairton Pennsylvania where he served as Chairman of the Deacon Board. He also served on the Christian Board of Education and was a faithful participant in Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Through his service Gus demonstrated his love for God and his dedication to uplifting others. Beyond…

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Freda Montgomery

, Pennsylvania

July 27, 2026

Freda Denise Montgomery 75 of Clairton Pennsylvania was born on January 21 1951 in McKeesport Pennsylvania to the late Leo Jones and Evelyn Fields Vaughan. Freda graduated from Clairton High School in 1969. A lifelong learner with an intellectually curious mind she deeply valued education independent thinking and the pursuit of knowledge. While working full time and raising her family she attended evening classes at the Community College of Allegheny County earning an Associate of Science in Business Administration in 1979. She continued her education at Robert Morris College where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 1983. Her determination discipline and commitment to lifelong learning became hallmarks of her character. She went on to enjoy a distinguished career with U.S. Steel Clairton Works Mellon Bank MetLife and State Farm Insurance where she faithfully served until her retirement. After retirement Freda served as a librarian at the…

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Kathy Cannon

, Pennsylvania

Kathy Kat Lynn Cannon was born on May 22 1969 in Braddock Pennsylvania to the late Willie Cannon and Mildred Allen Cannon. She was the youngest of their six children. On August 8 2026 Kathy peacefully departed this life at UPMC Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her beloved son Yusef Cannon. She leaves to cherish her memory her devoted fianc Peter Hawkins her siblings Michelle Allen Charles Linda Cannon Dennis Cannon Willie Cannon Jr. and Sharon Cannon her cherished adopted family Lisa Hawkins Jennifer Hawkins and James Michelle Hawkins and a host of nieces nephews cousins extended family and friends who will forever hold her close in their hearts. Kathy graduated from Woodland Hills High School in 1987 earned an associates degree in business management from Duffs Business School. The loving union of Kathy and Peter began in 2005. From the beginning Peter knew…

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Barbara Boozer

, Pennsylvania

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Robert Jones

, Pennsylvania

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Ella Mae Snead Harper

, Pennsylvania

Ella Mae Johnson Snead Harperwas born January 11 1936 in Sumter County South Carolina the second of eight children and the only girl to her loving parents Samuel Johnson Sr. and Chanie Johnson. Both preceded her in death. On July 29 2026 Ella Mae departed peacefully from labor to reward in Greenville SC. Ella Mae affectionately known as Sister to her family and close friends grew up in a loving Christian family. Early family reflections of Ella Mae include her mother teaching her to cook and wash dishes at an early age. She quickly became a mother hen to her younger brothers which she enjoyed. The church was always a central focus of the family. Ella Mae enjoyed attending and participating in church activities with her family. Ella Mae accepted Jesus Christ as her personal savior at age 13 joining the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Maysville SC. Ella Mae was…

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Betty Holmes

, Pennsylvania

Betty Clark Holmes 91 of McKeesport PA was born on November 22 1934 in Four States West Virginia to the late Enoch Buster Martin and Mary Tolliver Martin. Betty graduated from Community College of Allegheny County in 1976. She furthered her education at Penn State Extension where she received her bachelors degree in nursing. Then she began her career in the operating room as a Registered Nurse at McKeesport Hospital where she worked until her retirement. Betty enjoyed traveling by cruise ship to visit numerous cities countries and islands. She also gave generously of her time through volunteer work with Mon Yough Mental Health and Community Life in McKeesport. Betty was a faithful lifetime member of Zion Baptist Church in McKeesport PA for over 60 years. She was in the Choir and a Trustee of the Benevolence Fund. Betty departed this life peacefully on August 11 2026 at Spring Hill…

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Penelope Hall

, Pennsylvania

Penelope Joan Hall 64 of Clairton PA departed this life on July 31st 2026 at UPMC Shady Side Hospital. Affectionately known as Penny Penelope was born on September 10th 1961 in Damascus Georgia. Penelope was the daughter of the late Walter L Hall Sr and Mary E. Hall. She was also preceded in death by her nephew Jontee Hall grandmother Melzetta Washington brother Walter Hall Jr. sisterinlaw Sherri SmithHall and MotherinLaw Shirley Allen. Penelope graduated from Clairton High School in 1979. She continued her education at the Community College of Allegheny County CCAC where she earned an associate degree in Secretarial Science in 1981. Penelope worked at Southwestern Nursing Home in West Mifflin PA for 24 years. She then went on to work at Jefferson Hospital for 2 years and later joined the team at the Residence at Whitehall where she remained a dedicated employee until her passing. She took…

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Michelene Ortenzo

, Pennsylvania

Micky was born on June 28 1943 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy Ortenzo. Micky retired as an EEG technician from Childrens Hospital. She was devoted to helping and supporting all people she encountered in life her governing principle was to always think of others instead of herself in all things. Micky also deeply loved animals never having less than two cats in her life. In postretirement she worked at a doggie daycare in the South Hills where she enjoyed managing guest medical records bookings and interacting with an endless number of canine friends. Friends and family are invited to a Blessing Service at Allegheny Cemetery Chapel of Angels use the Penn Ave. entrance 4734 Butler Street Pittsburgh PA 15201 on Friday August 14 2026 at 11 a.m. Be the first to share your favorite memory photo or story of Michelene. This memorial page is dedicated for…

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Donald J. "Dumbo" Pruchnitzky

, Pennsylvania

Donald J. "Dumbo" Pruchnitzky death notice and obituary, Wednesday August 12, 2026. Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. Turtle Creek, PA 15145

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Andrea Grachen

, Pennsylvania

Andrea (Tamburro) Grachen death notice and obituary, Sunday August 9, 2026. Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. Turtle Creek, PA 15145

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Joseph Patrick Curran

, Pennsylvania

Loving father of Joseph Patrick Patti Curran Jr. of Wilmerding Regina Chuck Behary of Butler Renee Brian Appman of WA and Colleen Skladany of Monroeville. Adored grandfather of Stephen Appman Jason Nancy Appman Ryan Skladany Justin Behary Matthew Behary and Paige Caplan. Joe was a valued employee of the Westinghouse Air Brake Company before retiring. He was a lifelong member of the Wilmerding Volunteer Fire Department and AOH Division 17 in Monroeville. Joe was a faithful Catholic and previously attended mass at St. Aloysius Church in Wilmerding. He was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates. Friends are welcome on Tuesday from 11 a.m. 1 p.m. at Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home Crematory Inc. Turtle Creek Monroeville Chapel 1111 Monroeville Ave. Turtle Creek 4128239350 where a Blessing Service will be held on Tuesday at 1 p.m.

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Charles R. "Chuck" Curran

, Pennsylvania

Charles R. "Chuck" Curran death notice and obituary, Tuesday August 11, 2026. Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

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Betty Hornick

, Pennsylvania

Betty L. (Long) Hornick death notice and obituary, Saturday August 15, 2026. Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

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Thomas J. "Bucky" Napolitano

, Pennsylvania

Thomas J. "Bucky" Napolitano death notice and obituary, Tuesday August 11, 2026. Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

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John J. "Jack" Keane

, Pennsylvania

John J. "Jack" Keane death notice and obituary, Saturday August 15, 2026. Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

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Jeffery Gaskell

, Pennsylvania

Of North Versailles age 59 passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday August 11 2026 following a courageous fouryear fight with cancer. Jeff was born and raised in North Versailles and was a graduate of East Allegheny High School. A meaningful part of Jeffs life was his work providing aid to individuals with disabilities at Gene Cook Supports having been employed with the company for over 10 years. He understood the importance of treating others with compassion and humanity and he approached his work with a sense of purpose that made a real difference. He was a dedicated Notre Dame sports fan and treasured his annual trip to South Bend to take in a football game. Jeff was also a talented cook and collector of sports memorabilia. He enjoyed the thrill of sports betting and taking trips to the casino. Above all Jeff will be remembered for…

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Karen Packowski

, Pennsylvania

Karen L. (Gipperich) Packowski death notice and obituary, Friday August 7, 2026. Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. East Pittsburgh, PA 15112

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James King

, Pennsylvania

He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years Judith Judy Thompson King his sister Susan George Dollish of Forest Hills and his nieces Jamie Rick Dunlap of Harrisburg and Amanda Chris Kotts of Monroeville his greatnephews Ethan Phipps Oliver and Maxwell Kotts and his greatniece Zoey Dunlap. . Jim was a 1961 graduate of McKeesport High School and in 1965 received his Bachelors Degree from Allegheny College where he met his beloved Judy. He later continued his education at Duquesne University where he received his MBA. Jim began his career as a case worker with the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and through years of professionalism and dedication rose to the position of Director of Staff Development for Allegheny County. His career was a true reflection of his desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Outside of work Jim lived a life rich in…

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Edna Donnelly

, Pennsylvania

Edna M. Donnelly age 78 of Braddock passed away in UPMC Presbyterian on Wednesday August 5 2026. Born in Pittsburgh on February 7 1948 she was the daughter of the late John Joseph and Sophia Gertrude Guskowski Donnelly. Edna was a waitress and hairdresser for many years. She is survived by her sister Genevieve Donnelly with whom she resided. She was preceded in death by her brothers and sister John Donnelly Diana Donnelly Edward Donnelly and Wilbert Donnelly. She is also survived by many cousins. Visitation will be held on Friday August 7 2026 from Noon200 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 200 p.m. at the MALOYSCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME INC. 915 KENNEDY AVE. DUQUESNE 15110 4124663300 WILLIAM B. SCHLEIFER SUPERVISOR WILLIAM BRIAN SCHLEIFER AND ALLAN J. WEBER FUNERAL DIRECTORS.

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Scott Skovranko

, Pennsylvania

Scott J. Skovranko age 54 of South Park formerly of Duquesne passed away on Friday August 14 2026 in St. Clair Hospital. Born in Pittsburgh on April 27 1972 he was the son of the late John and Frances Babjak Skovranko. He was a Warehouse Manager for Plant Service Co. and a member of St. Thomas More Church in Bethel Park. He proudly served his county in the U.S. Navy. He was a proud mill worker for 18 years. He loved his children and his fish tank. He also enjoyed sports especially rooting for the Pirates Steelers and Duke University. He liked yard work and gardening. He tended to be very stubborn. Scott is the former husband of Megan Skovranko father of Peyton Skovranko of South Park and Corrine Skovranko of Clairton and also survived by his granddogs Captain Bailey. He is the nephew of Susan Kevin Manns and the…

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Anne Radakovich

, Pennsylvania

January 11, 2009

Anne E. Cookie Radakovich age 79 of White Oak passed away on Sunday August 9 2026. Born in McKeesport on September 16 1946 she was the daughter of the late William and Jean Matyko Petruski. She was a former payroll clerk and bookkeeper a former member of Christ the Light of the World ParishHoly Name Church a member of GFWC Womens Club of Duquesne and the McKeesport Flower Club. She loved her cats especially Sonny and she enjoyed collecting dolls. She was the wife of the late Robert Radakovich who died on January 12 2009. She is survived by her significant other Dennis Carr and family friends DJ Tracy Carr Jenn Eric Allen and Denise Chuck Swenglish. She is also survived by her uncle Ralph Sita of Dunkirk MD and nieces nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held on Monday August 17 2026 from 48 p.m. at the MALOYSCHLEIFER FUNERAL…

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Earl Gege Murray

, Pennsylvania

Earl GeGe C. Murray 75 formerly of Frazer Township of Mercer passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday June 6 2026. Born in Tarentum on August 13 1950 he was the son of the late Earl and Sara Schuffert Murray. He was also known affectionately to many as The Duke. Earl was a proud 1968 graduate of East DeerFrazer High School and Community College of Allegheny County.Earl shared 58 beautiful years of marriage with his beloved wife Joan L. Zaborowsky Murray.He is survived by his three sons Scott Michelle Shawn Carey and Shane Murray seven grandchildren Ian Cailee Liam Grandy Drew Seth Collin Conner and Chase six greatgrandchildren Kaiven Kai Cora Rhonan Dakota and Willow his siblings Linda Anderson and John Betty Murray many nieces and nephews and his Uncle Art Judy Schuffert.In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his greatgrandchild Blaine…

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Richard Bartkoski

, Pennsylvania

Age 73 of West Deer Township passed away on Saturday June 13 2026 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital Pittsburgh. Born on July 7 1952 in Natrona Heights he was the son of the late Richard J. and Helen Mack E. Mackowski Bartkoski. Rich was a 1970 graduate of Highlands High School and graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science degree and a Masters degree. He worked for Allegheny Ludlum and numerous agencies for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Rich taught at Highlands School District Radford University California College of Pennsylvania and Robert Morris University. He was a member of the Pilots Club at McVille Airport Butler Farm Show and the Polish National Alliance in Natrona. He was a former member of Saint Ladislaus Roman Catholic Church Natrona and a member of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish attending Transfiguration Church Russellton. Rich enjoyed aviation motorcycle riding photography old…

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Julie Misera

, Pennsylvania

Age 69 of Frazer Township passed away on Wednesday May 27 2026 at home with her family at her side.Born in Piqua Ohio on February 21 1957 she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Elaine Dolly Moniaci Kammerdeiner. Julie was a Highlands High school graduate Class of 1974.She was a member of the former Holy Family Roman Catholic Church Creighton.She enjoyed raising her family spending time with her grandchildren and a greatgranddaughter assembling Lego creations together and heading north to their Potter County camp. Survivors include her husband of 48 years Dennis J. Misera her children Brandy Rogozinski of West Deer Township Matt Danyelle Misera of Saxonburg and Jesse Spring Misera of Freeport 11 grandchildren one greatgranddaughter her siblings Lisa Gregiore of Natrona Heights Susan Ron Ravotti of Leechburg Diane Geahry of Tarentum and J. Kenneth Kenny Linda Kammerdeiner Jr. of Fawn Township. where a Blessing Service will…

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Travis Black

, Pennsylvania

Age 50 of East Deer Twp. passed away on Sunday May 3 2026. He was born in New Kensington PA on January 10 1976 and was the son of Donna Kostick George and Thomas M. Black. In addition to his parents Travis is survived by his son TJ Black his companion Tina Stump and his aunt Marla Richards. He was preceded in death by his brother Michael Kostick. There will be no visitation. Service and Interment private and entrusted to the Paul R. Ajak Funeral Home Inc. Creighton.

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