Obituaries

Mary Jane McDowell

Mary Jane McDowell

Apr 27, 2026

Mary Jane passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Homestead the daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Rusnak) Perhac.  Cherished mother of Mark (Luann) Besnak, Kathee (the late Todd Edmonson) Besnak, and Matt (Judi) Besnak.  Loving Mi Mi  of Audra (Alex) Zillifro, John Besnak, Joshua Edmomson, Jenna Edmonson, and Jake...

Josephine H. Peters

Josephine H. Peters

Apr 26, 2026

Josephine H. Peters (DiBuno), a cherished Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Great-Great-Grandmother and and lifelong Lincoln Place resident, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026, at St. Clair Hospital, surrounded by five generations of her loving family. Born on February 14, 1926, in Hazelwood, Josephine’s life was a testament to dedication, warmth, and a deep connection to her cherished Italian heritage.

Throughout...

Barbara Fleming

Barbara Fleming

Apr 20, 2026

Barbara Fleming, age 85 of Monongahela, formerly of Munhall, passed away on April 20, 2026.  She was born in Homestead; the daughter of the late Stephen and Josephine (Ballog) Vinay.  Beloved wife of the late Robert W. Fleming.  Cherished mother of Robert (Donna) Fleming and Debra Whiteford.  Loving grandmother of Christina and Shane Fleming, Lindsay (Michael) Lloyd and Lauren (Corey) Balcom....

Charles E. Miller

Charles E. Miller

Apr 15, 2026

Chuck Miller, a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and very proud United States Marine from Pittsburgh, PA, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

A fantastic dad in every sense of the word, he lived his life with courage, humor, and unwavering strength. He was very funny, always ready with a story, quick...

Diane Colizza

Diane Colizza

Apr 14, 2026

Of Gibsonia, formerly of West Mifflin, on April 14, 2026, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family after a long fought battle with Parkinson's. Beloved wife of Joseph A. Colizza; cherished mother of Elizabeth (Jonathan, Sr) Passerrello and Lauren (Ryan) Colizza-Young; adored grandmother of Marin and J.J Passerrello. Daughter of the late Eugene and Frances (Topley) Tutko;...

Mary Ella Kamauf

Mary Ella Kamauf

Apr 13, 2026

Mary passed away on April 13, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Braddock the daughter of the late Theodore and Agnes (Wilson) Cale, Sr.  Mary was the beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Kamauf.  Loving mother of Karen Anders, Kris Ann (David) Fay, Kevin (Tammy) Kamauf and the late John Kamauf, Jr.  Cherished grandmother of...

Joseph Fratangelo

Joseph Fratangelo

2026

Joe Fratangelo, 78, of Turtle Creek, PA, peacefully passed on Sunday, April 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Joe was born to be an athlete, a fighter, some doctors even called him a medical anomaly, but after 50 plus years of battling muscular dystrophy, he succumbed to his illness. Joe was born in Hazelwood, PA, to Joseph and Edith...

Donna Sutton

Donna Sutton

Apr 11, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Donna, who was born in Pittsburgh on June 25th, 1941, and passed away on April 11th, 2026. She was the heart of our family, a source of unconditional love, strength, and comfort to everyone who knew her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 44...

Mary Joan DiRocco

Mary Joan DiRocco

Apr 10, 2026

Mary Joan (Szarnicki) DiRocco, age 79, of Munhall, PA on Friday, April 10, 2026.

She was the daughter of the late Stanley and Irene (Nogoski) Szarnicki. Beloved wife of, 56 wonderful years, to Anthony "Tony" John DiRocco.

Mary Jo raised their boys and decided to go back to school to become a Pharmacy Technician, where she worked for Jefferson Hospital for many...

Terrence Nea

Terrence Nea

Apr 9, 2026

Terrence Nea, 74, passed away on April 9, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Debra A. (Hogue) Nea, whom he married in 1978; his brothers, Dennis Nea and Thomas Nea; and his parents, Thomas J. Nea and Esther M. (Smith) Nea.

Terrence grew up in Lincoln Place, Pennsylvania and raised his family in West Mifflin before most recently...

Bernice Beck

Bernice Beck

Apr 6, 2026

BERNICE BECK, loving wife, Mother and Grandmother, passed way in her 88th year. She passed peacefully at home after bravely battling illness for over 3 years. Over many decades, Bernie and her husband Edward, travelled all 50 states and Canada, visiting over 50 National Parks and National Historic places, where they hiked, camped, learned about nature, wildflowers, birds and all...

Theresa A. Ciolli

Theresa A. Ciolli

Apr 3, 2026

Theresa A. Ciolli on Friday, April 3, 2026 passed away into eternity.  Known as Tess to her school friends and Terry to her golf friends and buddies.  Daughter of the late John and Helen (Popp) Ciolli.  Beloved sister of John (the late Jeri) Laverne (James) Smith, and the late Dolores Elinsky, James and Gilbert Ciolli. Survived by many nieces and...

Thomas Paul Sedlak

Thomas Paul Sedlak

Mar 30, 2026

Thomas Paul Sedlak passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born in Homestead on October 13, 1938, Tom’s 87 years were rich with family, community, and a profound love of the outdoors. He saw the end of World War II, served as a U.S. Army lineman in Korea, and came of age in the 50s and...

William H. Halliday

William H. Halliday

Mar 27, 2026

William H Halliday (Bill), was 89, of Munhall.

Born October 16, 1936, Died March 27, 2026.

A life long member of Homestead United Presbyterian Church. He joined the church as a teenager. He was a very faithful Christian who spread the love of Jesus everywhere he went.

An Air Force Veteran, he served with pride He was an airplane mechanic. He served in...

Ellen Mae Andrews

Ellen Mae Andrews

Mar 26, 2026

Ellen Mae Andrews (Mortimer), born July 4, 1936, born in Munhall then moved to Johnstown to raise her family with her husband, peacefully passed away on March 26, 2026, at Concordia at Rebecca Residence. She was a cherished presence whose life was marked by a profound dedication to family, faith, and service.

Ellen was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and...

Lois Jean Mikelonis (Servetnick)

Lois Jean Mikelonis (Servetnick)

Mar 24, 2026

Lois Jean Mikelonis (Servetnick), a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, in Whitaker, Pennsylvania. Born on September 28, 1943, in Homestead, Pennsylvania, Jean lived a life marked by warmth, kindness, and an unwavering devotion to her family and community.

Jean was a proud graduate of Homestead High School and dedicated over 30...

Robert H. Radcliffe

Robert H. Radcliffe

Mar 22, 2026

Robert H. Radcliffe, a dedicated and compassionate Network Engineer, passed away on March 22, 2026, in his hometown of Pittsburgh. Born on March 29, 1957, in Pittsburgh, Robert carried with him the values and warmth of the community that shaped his life from the very beginning.

A graduate of Penn State University, Robert earned his bachelor's degree, marking the start of...

Lisa J. Perris

Lisa J. Perris

Mar 19, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa J. Perris, who left this world on March 19, 2026, in her beloved hometown of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where she was born on February 24, 1962. Lisa’s life was a beautiful tapestry of love, dedication, and joy, and her memory will forever be cherished by all who knew her.

Lisa...

Randall J. "Randy" Barefoot

Randall J. "Randy" Barefoot

Mar 17, 2026

Randall J."Randy" Barefoot, a cherished family man, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2026. Born on June 27, 1953, in Homestead, Randy lived a life marked by devotion to his work, his loved ones, and his passions.

Randy's career as a Rental Property Manager was one of commitment and integrity. For many years, he dedicated himself to managing properties with the...

Douglas Olson

Douglas Olson

Mar 16, 2026

Douglas Scott Olson, 60, passed away on March 16, 2026, with the same quiet steadiness as the water he loved—never rushed, always moving, and always drawing people in.

Born on November 19, 1965, in Munhall, Pennsylvania, Doug was the youngest of seven siblings—Bob, Lynne, Gail, Jim, Jack, and Dave—growing up in a full, lively household that helped shape his humor, toughness,...