OBITUARIES

Raymond J. Myzak

Raymond J. Myzak

October 30, 2018

Raymond J. Myzak, 59 of Houston passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at  Curahealth in Oakdale after a lengthy illness.

He was born on November 15, 1958 in Canonsburg to Raymond Myzak Sr., and Anna May South Myzak who preceded him in death.

On June 23, 2018 he married Kim Turner who survives.

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Roy R. Copeland, Jr.

Roy R. Copeland, Jr.

October 30, 2018

Roy R. Copeland, Jr., 53 of Hickory passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, October 30, 2018.

He was born on May 25, 1965 in Tempe, Arizona to the late Roy R. Copeland, Sr. and Jacqueline Semke Copeland who survives.

Mr. Copeland was a Supervisor of Housekeeping at the Peters Township Wellness...

Joseph A. Sammartino

Joseph A. Sammartino

October 28, 2018

Joseph A. Sammartino, Jr., 87 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 28, 2018 in Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.

He was born on January 12, 1931 in Canonsburg to Joseph Sammartino, Sr., and Josephine Scichilone Sammartino who preceded him in death.

On April 19, 1954 he married Rita Raciborski who survives.

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Betty (Hancock)  Harrison

Betty (Hancock) Harrison

October 26, 2018

Betty J. Harrison, 64 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully on Friday, October 26, 2018 in Townview Health and Rehabilitation Center in Canonsburg.

She was born on December 31, 1953 in Cecil to Leona Hancock who preceded her in death.

In 1982, she married the love of her life, Charles Harrison, Jr., who passed away in...

Albert Andrew Hudacek, Jr.

Albert Andrew Hudacek, Jr.

October 19, 2018

Albert Andrew Hudacek Jr. 1942 - 2018

Albert Andrew Hudacek Jr., 76, of Columbus, Ohio, a lifelong resident of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully Friday, October 19, 2018, in Columbus following an extended illness. He was born October 14, 1942, in Canonsburg, a son of the late Dr. Albert Andrew Sr. and Mary Rose Fenchik Hudacek. Mr. Hudacek...

Michael T. "Gino" Hardesty

Michael T. "Gino" Hardesty

October 11, 2018

Michael T. “Gino” Hardesty, 44 of Canonsburg passed away unexpectedly at home Thursday, October 11, 2018.   He was born on March 12, 1974 in Washington, Pa.

Mike’s reason for life, his greatest pride and joy, was spending time with his son, Michael Jr. and his fiancé, Amy.  He loved the beach, horseback riding, sunsets, and the Steelers. ...

Richard "Rabbits" Dellorso

Richard "Rabbits" Dellorso

October 10, 2018

Richard “Rabbits” Dellorso age 79 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully Wednesday October 10, 2018 in TownView Health and Rehabilitation Center, Canonsburg with his loving family by his side. He was born December 14, 1937 in Canonsburg a son of the late James D. and Yolanda Delfine Dellorso. Mr. Dellorso lived his entire life in Canonsburg where he had been...

Margaret A. (Petro)  Crossan

Margaret A. (Petro) Crossan

October 10, 2018

Margaret A. Crossan, age 74 of McMurray, passed away peacefully Wednesday October 10, 2018 surrounded by her family. She was born June 23, 1944 in New Eagle, a daughter of the late George and  Cecelia Demyan Petro. Mrs. Crossan was a faithful and lifelong member of St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Church, and was a volunteer in their Outreach Committee....

Stanley Butkus, Jr.

Stanley Butkus, Jr.

October 10, 2018

Stanley Butkus, Jr. passed away on October 10, 2018 in his home in Cecil after fighting a courageous battle with cancer in the arms of his loving wife, Jamie Jansante Butkus of 38 years who retired as a Reading Specialist from McGuffey School District.

He was born on October 7, 1943 the son of the late Stanley...

Helen M. (Suwak)  Artemko

Helen M. (Suwak) Artemko

October 9, 2018

Helen M. Artemko, 90 of Washington passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in Paramount Senior Living in Bethel Park.

She was born on April 18, 1928 in Washington to Michael and Mary Kerna Suwak who preceded her in death.

On September 5, 1954 she married Alexander F. Artemko who passed away on July...

Arthur R. Talpas

Arthur R. Talpas

October 7, 2018

Arthur R. Talpas, 90 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 7, 2018 in his daughter’s home surrounded by his family.

He was born on April 3, 1928 in Strabane to Martin and Verona Hostinsky Talpas who preceded him in death.

On May 20, 1950 he married Dorothy Sohyda who passed away on July...

Robert "Pickles" Spiller, Jr.

Robert "Pickles" Spiller, Jr.

October 6, 2018

Robert “Pickles” Spiller, Jr. 63 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 6, 2018 in Canonsburg Hospital.

He was born on September 30, 1955 in Canonsburg to Robert Spiller, Sr., and Ruth Hilderbrand Spiller who preceded him in death.

On September 18, 2004 he married Patricia Raspet who survives.

Mr. Spiller was...

Paul J. Galati

Paul J. Galati

October 5, 2018

Paul J. Galati, 80 of Canonsburg passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 5, 2018 in his home.

He was born on August 18, 1938 in Pittsburgh to Vito and Frances Ruffa Galati who preceded him in death.

On September 2, 1961 he married Judith Ann Wiseman who passed away on May 5, 2017.

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Vallie A. "Butch" Rozanc

Vallie A. "Butch" Rozanc

September 30, 2018

Vallie A. “Butch” Rozanc age 77 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully Sunday September 30, 2018 in TownView Health and Rehabilitation Center Canonsburg. He was born July 16, 1941 in Canonsburg a son of the late Vallie and Elizabeth Popka Rozanc. Butch lived his entire life in Canonsburg and had been a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. He was...

Alice Kebart

Alice Kebart

September 29, 2018

Alice Kebart, 89 of Washington, formerly of Canonsburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 29, 2018 in Strabane Woods in Washington.

She was born on December 16, 1928 in Canonsburg to Joseph and Mary Rubis Kebart who preceded her in death.

Alice was a member of St. Patrick Church in Canonsburg where she was a...

Pamela A. (Podboy)  Trinnes

Pamela A. (Podboy) Trinnes

September 29, 2018

Pamela A. Trinnes, 71 of Bridgeville passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 29, 2018 in St. Clair Hospital.

She was born on October 30, 1946 in Canonsburg to August and Mildred Verchek Podboy who preceded her in death.

Ms. Trinnes was a school teacher for 30 years for South Fayette School District where she taught...

Mark A. Livolsi

Mark A. Livolsi

September 23, 2018

Mark A. Livolsi age 56 of Pasadena California formerly of Canonsburg and Howell NJ died unexpectedly September 23, 2018. He was born April 10, 1962 in St Clair Hospital a son of Donna L. Mastrangioli Livolsi of Canonsburg and the late Charles P. Livolsi, illustrator and caricature artist at the former Pittsburgh Press. Mark was a graduate of Canon-McMillan...

Camille Ann Crivaro

Camille Ann Crivaro

September 21, 2018

Camille Ann Crivaro passed away peacefully on Friday, September 21, 2018 in Allegheny General Hospital after a long and courageous battle against kidney disease.

She was born in Pittsburgh to Anthony and Amelia Speranza Crivaro who preceded her in death.

Camille was a member of St. Patrick Church in Canonsburg. Camille dedicated her life to...

Albert R. Powell

Albert R. Powell

September 18, 2018

Albert Roy “Buster” Powell, 96 years old, formerly of Canonsburg, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018, in Washington, where he resided since 2011.  He was born April 10, 1922 in Canonsburg, the son of the late Albert and Harriet (Black) Powell.  Prior to World War II he was trained and worked as a machinist at Canonsburg Iron & Steel. ...

Stephen Richard Burchesky

Stephen Richard Burchesky

September 11, 2018

Stephen R. Burchesky age 70 of Canonsburg passed away peacefully Tuesday September 11, 2018 in UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital Pittsburgh with his beloved wife and children by his side. He was born in Utica New York a son of the late Robert Zenon and Anne Jennings Burchesky.

Stephen remained in close contact with countless friends through his life; grammar...