Obituaries

Paul D. Barvinchak, Jr.

Paul D. Barvinchak, Jr.

Mar 7, 2025

Paul D. Barvinchak Jr, 58, of Pittsburgh, PA

The loving husband of Carla (Brown) Barvinchak, the perfect son to Paul D. Barvinchak Sr. (Maureen / Mo) Barvinchak and the late Evelyn (Johns) Link, the big brother to his late sister Heather Link and late brother Edward Link Jr. , Father to Michael Barvinchak and Matthew Barvinchak, and their mother (Kimberly Barvinchak)...

Thomas E. Barlow

Thomas E. Barlow

Mar 3, 2025

Thomas Barlow, age 97, formerly of Dravosburg and West Mifflin and now of Tennessee, died on March 3rd, 2025. Tom had been a longtime resident of Dravosburg.

Married for 57 years to his beloved wife, the late Marilyn (Crilley) Barlow, he was the son of the late Samuel and Gladys Barlow. He is survived by his children and spouses Susan &...

June Roach

June Roach

Feb 28, 2025

June Roach, of Munhall formerly of Lincoln Place, passed away on February 28, 2025.  June was born in Homestead; the daughter of the late Thomas Paul and Emma Susan (Murphy) Roach.  She will be sadly missed by her niece and caretaker, Wendy Wakefield and many cousins.  She is preceded in death by her sister, Jean Wakefield.  She was a retired...

Donald L. Sandor

Donald L. Sandor

Feb 23, 2025

Donald Lee Sandor, formerly of Munhall, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 70. Son of the late William and Virginia Sandor (Petronio). Brother of William Sandor. Beloved father of Patricia Smith (Kevin), Kristy Sandor (Wayne), Donald Sandor and Angela Sandor. Pap Pap of Hailey, Dylan, Colton, Rylee, Wayne and Marty. Don was a jack...

Donna Shimrock - May

Donna Shimrock - May

Feb 23, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Donna Shimrock May, who departed this life on February 23rd, 2025. Born on April 26th, Donna was a beloved member of the West Homestead, PA community, known for her strength, caring nature, and infectious humor.

Proceeded in death by her Father Milan Shirmock and Mother Margaret Shimrock. She is survived...

Charles Holmes

Charles Holmes

Feb 15, 2025

Charles Arthur Holmes aka "Chuck ", age 65, of West Mifflin, PA passed away on February 15, 2025 in Jefferson Hospital, surrounded by his loving wife and daughter. He was born February 18, 1959 in Mckeesport Hospital. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Melvin Duane Holmes and Elsie May (Lynn) Holmes and brother Duane Melvin Holmes. 

Charles was employed at...

Lisa Szczepankowski

Lisa Szczepankowski

Feb 11, 2025

After a courageous 7 year battle of Metastatic Breast Cancer Lisa D (Paulson) Szczepankowski was called home while surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at the age of 53. Beloved wife of 31 years to Robert Szczepankowski, loving mother of Taylor (Nicholas) Sarraino, Connor (Allyson) Szczepankowski, Miranda (Nathan) Wilder and cherished Nina of Enzo and Juliana...

Loretta Ann "Jimmie" Wain

Loretta Ann "Jimmie" Wain

Feb 9, 2025

Loretta (Jimmie) Wain, age 91, went to be with the Lord on February 9, 2025. Her daughter Lydia was at her side. 

Loretta was born in Homestead, PA to the late Frederick and Laura Trautman. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Laura D. (Bill) Thompson and Verna Lee (Leroy) Lynam.

Beloved wife of the late William Scott Wain...

Jean Louise Marsh

Jean Louise Marsh

Feb 9, 2025

Jean L. (Cotter) Marsh was called home on the morning of February 9, 2025 at the age of 98. Jean was a Munhall native, married to the love of her life of 70+ years and preceded in death by her husband Kenneth B. Marsh, also of Munhall. Also preceded by brothers Jack (Red) Cotter (Dorothy Hanlon), Robert (Doc) Cotter (Mary...

Joseph J. Sawl, Jr.

Joseph J. Sawl, Jr.

Feb 7, 2025

Joseph J. Sawl, Jr. 92, of West Homestead, passed away peacefully Friday, February 7, 2025.  He was born in Pittsburgh the son of the late Joseph J. Sr., and Margaret (Mahr) Sawl.  A graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School, Class of 1950, he went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  He was a...

David James Justice

David James Justice

Feb 5, 2025

David James Justice passed away after a long illness surrounded by his loving wife and stepson on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.  He was the son of the late James "Jimmy J" Bertrum and Susan Lee (Giles) Justice.  Beloved husband of Dolores (Howland) Justice.  Step-father of James (finacee) Jenna Gongaware.  Step - grandfather of Andrew and Madeline Howland.  Cousin to Debbie...

Edward W. Asbury

Edward W. Asbury

Feb 5, 2025

Edward W. Asbury (Buck) passed away on Wednesday on February 5, 2025 at the age of 87. 

Born in Homestead PA to late parents Edward W. and Winifred (Kemp) Asbury and late sister Grace (Bill) Schuetz. 

Buck is survived by his devoted and loving wife Alberta M. Asbury (Deverson) of 62 years, son Ed (Beth), son Keith, daughter Dana, granddaughter's Hannah, Amanda,...

Donald W. Rottman

Donald W. Rottman

Feb 4, 2025

On Tuesday, February 4th, at the age 78, Donald Rottman of Whitehall, formally of Jefferson Hills and West Homestead, peacefully passed away and was reunited with his wife, Donna. 

Don was the son of the late Edward and Dorthy (Steinback) Rottman, Beloved husband of the late Donna J. (Edmunds) Rottman, Treasured father of Denise (Michael) Weidmann and Happy Pappy of Allison,...

Diane M. Villanueva

Diane M. Villanueva

Feb 4, 2025

Diane M Villanueva, age 77, of Freedom, PA after battling Metastatic Breast Cancer, passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side on February 4, 2025, at the Good Samaritan House In Wexford. She was the daughter of late Joseph and Rose Banderinko (Szemanski). She was born June 27, 1947 in Brooklyn, New York is survived by her husband Frank...

Marylou Fawcett

Marylou Fawcett

Feb 3, 2025

Mrs. Marylou Fawcett, age 88, of N. Versailles, Pa passed away peacefully in her senior home, February 3, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd (Simpson) and Marie Keller. She was born July 4, 1937 in Munhall, Pa. Marylou is survived by her husband Frank M. Fawcett (Pinky), two sons Frank W. Fawcett and Robert W. Fawcett. Marylou...

Richard Alexandroff

Richard Alexandroff

Feb 3, 2025

On Monday, February 3,2025, age 87, of Munhall, Richard passed away surrounded by his loving family. 

Born in Pittsburgh, Richard was the son of Nicholas and Anna (Yurkew) Alexandroff. He was preceded in death by his wife Harriet (Sorg). He was the father of Lisa (Jeff) Juristy, Eric (Dottie) Alexandroff, and Christa Alexandroff. Proud Grandfather of Jared (Haley), Alyssa (Eric), Noah...

Terrance P. Guthrie

Terrance P. Guthrie

Feb 1, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, Terrance “Terry” P. Guthrie, who left us on February 1, 2025, at the age of 84. A pillar of strength and a beacon of love, his absence leaves a void in our hearts. Preceded in death by his father, Oliver Guthrie, and mother Helen (Yalch) Guthrie....

Judith A. Bandola

Judith A. Bandola

Jan 20, 2025

Judy passed away suddenly on January 20, 2025.  She was born in Homestead the daughter of the late Joseph N. and Dolores (Evans) Bandola. Beloved mother of Niclolas Bandola, cherished sister of Joseph and James Bandola, treasured aunt of Tammy Bandola.  Judy was a retired administrative assistant for Carnegie Mellon University.  Funeral arrangements are private and entrusted to the George...

Dorothy M. Conley

Dorothy M. Conley

Jan 12, 2025

Dorothy “Dot” Conley (McDaniel) aged 73, Went to be with the Lord peacefully on January 12 2025, with her loved ones by her side. She was born on October 28 1951, in Pittsburgh, to the late Gertrude and William McDaniel.

Loving Mother of Dave (Misty) Conley, Kelly (Shawn) Hayes-Martz and Tracy (Bob) Miller. Adoring Grandma/Mimi to Tyler Conley, Everly and Kenzleigh...

Robert C. "Lumpy" Walker

Robert C. "Lumpy" Walker

Jan 11, 2025

Robert Charles “Lumpy” Walker, 72 of Lincoln Place passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025.

Bobby was born on March 19, 1952, in Pittsburgh and was preceded in death by his beloved parents Wilbert C. and Blanche A. (née Rowse) Walker and brothers Brad S. and Steven.

Bobby is survived by his cherished daughter Kelly (Mike), wife Candace Benish, grandchildren Alyssa, Sydney...