All Obituaries

Rose Marie Shoben, 97, of Hudson, Fla., formerly of Lowber, passed away Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. She was born May 9, 1923, in Smithton, a daughter of the late Anton and Antonia (Strah) Lawrence. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Shoben; three brothers, August Lawrence, Rudy Lawrence and Frank Lovrince, and two sisters, Mary Gaidosh-Contrella and Emma Klus. Rose is survived by her son, John (Patti) Shoben, of Florida, granddaughter, Chelsea Shoben,...

Edward T. Shiner, 67, of Greensburg, passed away Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. He was born Sept. 25, 1953, in Indiana, Pa., a son of Henry F. (Shirlee) Shiner, of Indiana, and the late Virginia and Nick Schepis. In addition to his mother, Ed was preceded in death by his brother, Hank Shiner. He was employed by Jared the Galleria of Jewelry in Monroeville as a goldsmith. Ed was an avid sportsman, enjoying golfing, softball and hunting; he absolutely...

Sandy L. Mireles-Dull, 68, of Herminie, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020, at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital, surrounded by her family. She was born Aug. 6, 1952, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late William and Marie (Beiter) Smetak. In addition to her parents, Sandy was preceded in death by her infant grandson, Christian David Yemc; sister, Mildred K. Smetak; and her dogs, Bella and Otto. Sandy is survived by her loving husband, William “Bill” Dull; her...

Claire R. Kulha Jackson Procacina, age 84, resident of McKeesport and Herminie, passed away on one of the Christians holiest holiday eve’s, Thursday, December 24th, 2020 in HCR Manor Care in Monroeville, after a longtime illness. Before Claire resided at HCR she lived at home with her illness for many years, being cared for by her husband, Anthony, son Jon and his wife Traci and grandson Justin. Claire was born, May 21, 1936, in New York City, a daughter of the late Paul and Clara...

Edward F. Hagedon, 72, of Coulters, passed away, Friday, Dec. 18, 2020, in Select Specialities McKeesport. He was born Feb. 22, 1948, in McKeesport, a son of the late Frank and Emma (Bilz) Hagedon. In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his brother, William Hagedon; and his sister, Donna Pancoast. Ed was a Navy veteran and was proud to have received the National Defense Service Medal. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Curtiss-Wright Co. in Cheswick as a machinist....

Martha Belle Tietze, 87, of Herminie, passed away Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020 at her daughter Debbie's home, surrounded by her family. She was born Feb. 22, 1933, in Scottdale, a daughter of the late Samuel and Ruth (Gallagher) Felgar. Martha was a lifelong member of the Herminie United Methodist Church. She made wonderful friendships during her time spent involved with the church. She was an excellent baker, especially her home-made buns, cinnamon rolls and cakes. Martha enjoyed spending...

Helen Clare Bruno, 91, of Madison, passed away peacefully, Monday, Dec. 7, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 14, 1929, in North Irwin, a daughter of the late Lawrence A. and Margaret H. (Marron) Bridge. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, John J. "Bob" Bruno III; four brothers, Hugh, James, Andrew and Lawrence Bridge; and three sisters, Mary Alice Bridge, Hannah Sands and Mary Catherine Fletcher. Helen was...

Jane Ilene Kassler, 88, of Sutersville, passed away, Wednesday Dec. 2, 2020, in Excel Health Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg. She was born April 27, 1932, in McKeesport, a daughter of the late Richard and Mildred (Gephart) Smart. In addition to her parents, Ilene was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence F. Kassler Jr., and her son, Larry Kassler; and one brother, Donald Smart. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Butlers Golf Course in Elizabeth as a waitress and manager for...

Samuel Kel Wilson, 14, of Smithton, formerly of West Newton, passed away Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. He was born Aug. 15, 2006, in Greensburg, son of James E. Wilson, of Smithton, and Sharon (Lambert) Cain, of West Newton. Sammy was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William "Fats" and Vermell J. "DoDo" Wilson Jr.; his sister, Devin Wilson; and his two brothers, Seth (July 4, 2020) and Shayn Wilson (Aug. 23, 2020). Sammy was an eighth-grade student at Yough Middle...

William A. King, 90, of West Newton, passed away Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, in Hempfield Manor, due to covid-19. He was born April 12, 1930, in Slickville, son of the late John and Pearl (Wallace) King. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Eileen M. King (2017); his son, Ronnie King; five brothers, John, George, Emerson, Charles and Raymond: and a sister, Catherine Smarra. Prior to his retirement, he had worked for US Steel, Clairton Works for many...