All Obituaries

Robert W. Guzewicz,76, of Duquesne, died peacefully on Friday, June 29, 2018, in Southwestern Medical Center.  Born in McKeesort on, July 13, 1941, he was the son of the late Edward  and Olga (Gonchar) Guzewicz. Mr. Guzewicz was a member of Christ, Light of the World Church, Duquesne, The Knights of Columbus Council # 4210, The AARP Bowling League Chapter 3172, and an avid bowler. He was a retired Crane man of the former US Steel Corp. Duquesne Works and proudly served his country...

Joann L. Tarcy, 71, of Sherman Oaks, California, fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, June 26, 2018 at home. Born in McKeesport, May 29, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Ann (Radvansky) Tarcy. She was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Duquesne and a retired legal secretary. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Patricia Tarcy of Irwin.   Friends will be received in the William S. Skovranko Memorial Home, Inc.,...

Born on August 11, 1918, our dear mother, Rita C. Hyzy Fatula, peacefully fell asleep in the Lord on Wednesday, June 13, 2018, in her 100th year. Preceding her in death were her loving parents, Adam and Anna Jablonsky Hyzy, her beloved husband Michael N. Fatula, her cherished children, infant daughter Rita Barbara and sons John Michael and James Edward, her dear sisters, Eleanor (Late Pete) Rota and Addie (Late Don Sr.) Hoffman. She is the beloved mother of Sr. Mary Ann Fatula, O.P., Bill...

Barbara A. (Bickus) Hart, 77, of West Mifflin, died Thursday June 7, 2018, in Jefferson Regional Medical Center, Born in Duquesne, November 8, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Barbara (Kostelnik) Bickus. Mrs. Hart was a member of the Homeville Christian Church, the Homeville Fire Hall Women's Auxiliary, and a dedicated employee of Conrad's Catering with 29 years of service. Beloved wife of William "Murph"  Hart, she is also survived by her loving...

Lois Ann Amiano, 63, born January 13, 1955 passed away unexpectedly on May 29,2018. She was met by her parents Charles & Lois (Scott) Amiano, her brother Charles J. (Chuckie) Amiano, and her beloved pet Kirby. She leaves behind her three daughters Eva West, Courtney (Michael) DeVinney, and Marissa (Joe Thompson) Broadus. She was known affectionately as Ma, MeeMaw, and Gammie by her six grandchildren Michael West, Dylan Thompson, Ava Amiano, Joseph Thompson III, Vivienne DeVinney, and...

Charles P. "Chick" Sloss, 89, of West Mifflin, died peacefully on Friday, May 11, 2018 in Jefferson Regional Medical Center. Born in Duquesne, May 19, 1928, he was the son of the late Edward and Violet (Morgan) Sloss. Mr. Sloss was a member of Christ the Light of the World Parish, Duquesne, a retired employee of the Fisher Body Plant of General Motors and the Union Rail Road Company. Mr. Sloss was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He is survived by his loving wife, Juanita Bickus...

Mary Helen Kozak, 86, of North Hunyingdon, formerly of Duquesne, died peacefully, Thursday, April 26, 2018, in the Grove at Irwin. Born in McKeesport, March 11, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Skolnik) Fuzak. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Kozak and a son, Stephen F. Kozak. She is survived by a daughter Carrie Kozak of North Huntingdon, and a grandson, Charles Stephen Thomas of Wexford. Family and friends will be...

  Edward R. Sudzina "Sudzy" It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Edward R. Sudzina age 91. He passed peacefully on April 19, 2018. Our family have found ourselves humbled by the outpouring of love, support, and prayers we have received from all. They have been heard and appreciated. Edward was born February 28, 1927 to the late Michael and Mary (Chir) Sudzina in Duquesne, PA. He is survived by his children, Martin W Sudzina, Debra Keane (Mike) and Mari Lynn...

Virginia Mae "Ginny" Lemak Age 65, of Baldwin on Wednesday, March 14, 2018.  Beloved wife of Ralph A. Lemak; devoted mother of Ashley (Brian) Melfi, Lindsey (John) DelGreco and Courtney Lemak (Fiancee-Mike Verlato).  Daughter of the late Joseph and Marian (Koontz) Chonko.  Caring sister of Pat Bucy, Ona (Mark) Horgas, Ruth (Lud) Pisko and James "Jimbo" (Marie) Chonko and the late Mary Ester Kratzenberg, Joellen Wigton and Timothy Chonko.  Adoring...

Mildred L. "Millie" (Machek) Cmar, 90, of Duquesne, died peacefully Tuesday, February 27, 2018 in Riverside Nursing Center, McKeesport. Born in Duquesne, January 23, 1928, she was the daughter of the Late Charles and Anna (Carpek) Machek. Mrs. Cmar was a member of Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, West Mifflin, The Confraternity of Christian Mothers, K of C Senior Citizens, K of C 4210 Auxiliary, Duquesne Annex Senior Citizens, and a graduate of Mason/Frederick Beauty School. She...