Obituaries

Lorraine Jean Szalkay

Lorraine Jean Szalkay

Apr 10, 2025

Lorraine Jean Szalkay (Venego) passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.  She was born in Homestead the daughter of the late Albert and Margaret (Seranko) Venego.  She was the beloved wife of Richard J. Szalkay, Jr.  Cherished mother of Darwin Koval and Haley (Martin) Auth.  Loving grandmother of Maci Nova.  Sister of Margie Bertram, Michelle Lindsay, and Fran Wilkinson.  Aunt...

Alexander Charles Considine

Alexander Charles Considine

Apr 10, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Alexander Charles Considine, who left us on April 10, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on September 8, 1990, Alexander was a vibrant spirit, known for his infectious laughter and unwavering kindness.

Alexander is survived by his devoted parents, Theresa (Schafer) and Charles Considine, along with his three...

John J. Mitchell, Jr.

John J. Mitchell, Jr.

Apr 9, 2025

John Joseph Mitchell Jr., aged 77, passed away on April 9, 2025, and was lovingly reunited with his late parents, John and Helen Mitchell. He is deeply mourned by his cherished sister, Mary Ann Mitchell, his nephew, Daniel Epps, and Daniel's wife, Summer Epps, along with many cousins and friends.

John was a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School and...

Linda Sarraino (Swisher)

Linda Sarraino (Swisher)

Apr 7, 2025

Linda Sarraino (Swisher) of Hays Pa, passed away peacefully at her home in Baldwin on April 7, 2025. Beloved wife of Angelo “Ted” Sarraino for over fifty-nine years, mother of Lori (Andrew) Sakmar, and Jon (Lisa) Sarraino. Cherished grandmother of Cassia (Trevor) Crogan, Nick (Brittani) Sakmar, Jonathan and Lilith Sarraino. Sister to Ana Short.  She was preceded in death by...

Georgene Helene Davis

Georgene Helene Davis

Mar 31, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Georgene Helene Davis, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, who left us on March 31, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on May 21, 1946, in Munhall, to her late parents Joseph "Bimbo" and Helen (Mattiko) Tichon. Georgene dedicated her life to her family and...

Candace M. Sninsky

Candace M. Sninsky

Mar 29, 2025

Candace Sninsky, age 42, of Munhall, passed away on Saturday, March 29. A loving mother and wife, she leaves behind her daughters Penelope (Penny) and Piper, her devoted husband, Andy, her adoring father Ronald Pesanka, and beloved mother-in-law Eileen Sninsky. She was a cherished aunt to Justine Johns (Michael and Jen) and Charlie and George Judge (Gordon and Ali). She...

Barbara Jean Kosko

Barbara Jean Kosko

Mar 22, 2025

Born on May 20th, 1952, to Lois (Houck) and Casey Kosko, Barbara was their first child and a joyful, brown-haired girl.

Beloved sister of Richard (Patricia) Kosko, Patti (Gary) Schwartz , Jeffery Kosko, and her sister-in-law, Janet Kosko, wife of her late brother, Carl D. Kosko. Barbara was a cherished aunt of Tara, Richard, Chad, Ashley, Sara, Tyler, Carly and Megan...

Karen Tkach

Karen Tkach

Mar 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mom Karen (Farrer) Tkach at the age of 84 of Lincoln Place on March 16, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Beloved wife of the late John Tkach and mother of the late Keith Beam. Loving mother of Michael (Lisa) Beam of Georgia, Kris (Ed) Godovchik of Lincoln...

Evelyn A. (Milko) Barkes

Evelyn A. (Milko) Barkes

Mar 16, 2025

Evelyn A. (Milko) Barkes, 98, of West Mifflin, on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at Paramount Senior Living South Hills. Evelyn was born in Braddock on October 10, 1926. She grew up in Homestead and Munhall, graduated from Munhall High School, and earned B.A. and M.A. degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. She taught Spanish and English at West Mifflin North...

Marie Jean Durica

Marie Jean Durica

Mar 16, 2025

Marie Jean Durica passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025.  Jean was born in Etna the daughter of the late Joseph and Blanche (Yuchnik) Voytosh.  Beloved wife of the late Albert Durica.  Loving mother of Gary (Denise) Durica and the late Karen (Durica) Gonzalez.  Cherished "Granny" of Brandon (Destiny) Durica and Cole (Shawna) Durica.  Special "Great Granny" of Landon, Jaxson,...

Robert Paul Noroski

Robert Paul Noroski

Mar 16, 2025

Robert Paul Noroski, age 69, of West Mifflin passed away on March 16, 2025. Bob was born in Homestead;  son of the late Leo Noroski, the late Anna (Marcinko) Valocik and the late Robert E. Valocik.   Beloved husband of the late Mariann (Marrone) Noroski. Loving father of the late Heather Lynn Noroski.

Bob is survived by his granddaughter, Savannah Sil;...

Loretta Pickett

Loretta Pickett

Mar 15, 2025

Loretta B. (Black) Pickett, 86, of West Mifflin, went to her eternal home on Saturday, March 15, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Born in Latrobe on June 17, 1938, to Britta and Edgar Black, she grew up in Westmoreland County, graduating from Latrobe High School. She graduated from Latrobe Nursing School as a Registered Nurse and worked at McKeesport...

Rich Sullenberger

Rich Sullenberger

Mar 15, 2025

Richard “Rich” Sullenberger went home with the Lord on March 15, 2025 surrounded by family after a brief illness. Born November 21, 1948, in Mount Pleasant to parents, the late, Ralph and Francis (Hresko) Sullenberger; he leaves behind his beloved wife of 25 years, Christine Sullenberger; treasured children, daughter Rebecca (Gary) Ofner and son Jeremiah Sullenberger; two cherished step-children, Richard...

John Regis Kostrub

John Regis Kostrub

Mar 14, 2025

John Regis (Rege) Kostrub

Age 71, of Munhall, passed away on March 14, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife, Beverly (Hlasnick) Kostrub, and son, Daniel Douglas (Ashley) Kostrub grandsons Brady and Collin Kostrub whom he cherished dearly.

Also survived by Emma (Andrew) Kraynak, children Rustin, Lydia and (late) Fiona; and Stephen Madden.

Brother of Janice (Paul) Malloy, Joyce (Terry) Brown, and...

Lucien "Duke" Ramsey

Lucien "Duke" Ramsey

Mar 14, 2025

It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of my beloved father, Lucien “Duke” P. Ramsey, who left us on March 14, 2025, at the age of 80. The son of James Harrington Ramsey and Virginia Appell Ramsey. He was born on August 10, 1944, in Pittsburgh, PA. He retired as a rehab counselor for the state of...

Edna Jeanette Lloyd

Edna Jeanette Lloyd

Mar 9, 2025

Edna Jeannette Lloyd, 92, of Homestead on March 9, 2025. Preceded in death by her parents Howard and Mary Lloyd, sisters Jessie Desmond, June Takacs, Susan Davis and brothers Frank, Earl, and George (Diane) Lloyd. She is survived by Mary (Robert) Agnew and numerous nieces and nephews. After retiring from Union Electric Steel Corporation, Edna volunteered at MUSA, Jefferson Hospital,...

Maxwell Lennon Kaiser

Maxwell Lennon Kaiser

Mar 7, 2025

Maxwell L. Kaiser, 42, passed suddenly on March 7, born on December 14, 1982, the son of Ellen Olson and Scott Kaiser. He enjoyed the large extended families of Olsons and Kaisers, especially his grandpa the late Ronald Kaiser and grandmother Sondie Reiff. Maternal grandparents: the late Bernice Thomas and Willliam Thomas were his heroes. Max was an expansive child...

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...