All Obituaries

Raised in East Pittsburgh, of Monroeville, age 75, on Saturday, September 25, 2021. Beloved wife of the late John E. “Jack” Kaefer, Sr. Loving mother of Margaret (Joe) Hanif, Gina (Donald) Hitchcock, John E. Kaefer, Jr. and Mary (John) Sanchez all of CA. Cherished grandmother of Azeem “J.R.”, Rayez “R. J.”, Shakeem “Bubba” and Shareena “Missy” Hanif, Jessica (Victor) Tablelin and Ann Marie Hitchcock. Great grandmother of...

He always had an idea to make things better, in his career and in life. Robert Thomas Ward passed away peacefully September 23, surrounded by family at 93, shortly after celebrating one last birthday.  Born in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, his adventures took him to Fort Hood, Texas compliments of the U.S. Army, back to Pittsburgh, then onto Florida and returning home to be close to his beloved family. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Marie Higgins Ward who he called the...

Of Monroeville, formerly of North Braddock, age 95, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 23, 2021. Born the son of the late John and Anna (Cibula) Onder. Beloved husband of the late Helen (Zetkulic) Onder and the late Helen (Grega) Onder). Loving father of Burt (Cheryl) Onder of Canonsburg and Adrienne (Jim) McCurry of Gibsonia. Adored grandfather of Lynn (Aaron) Madden, Sharon (Jason) Oberdick, Jennifer (Matthew) Schnieders, and Jacquelyn (David) Gardner. ...

of East Pittsburgh, age 82, on Thursday, September, 23, 2021. Cousin of Carole Phillips of OH, Robert Hughes of CA and Melanie Jolly of OH.  Walter was a social member of the VFW #5008 and Braddock Elks #883.  At Walt's request there will be no visitation.  Arrangements by Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 700 Linden Avenue at Cable Avenue, East Pittsburgh (412-824-8800).   

Of North Huntingdon, age 67, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 23, 2021. Jean was the beloved and treasured companion of Raymond Velasquez for over 20 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Dorothy (Brosnahan) Palovcak. Jean was the aunt of Andrea (Joe) Vandal and Patrick Passmore, both of FL and was the great-aunt of Joshua Vandal. Jean was a retired employee of Allegheny General Hospital. Her passion was travelling, and she enjoyed cruises, trips to...

Age 45, of Monroeville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 18, 2021 after a courageous battle with Breast Cancer.  She was surrounded by her family she loves, and who will love her, forever and always. Caryn is survived by her loving husband and soulmate, Erik.  Together they have three beautiful children, Jakob, Lizzie, and Owen.  Caryn is also survived by her parents, Robert and Linda (Keaton) Gevaudan; her brother, Bob Gevaudan; her sister Jeanine...

Of Turtle Creek, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 17, 2021. Beloved father of Robert (Lisa) Shank, Jr. of Castle Shannon, Danny Shank of AZ, and Emil “Jake” Shank (Michelle Granata) Shank of Turtle Creek. Dear grandfather of Robert J. Shank, Katlyn Shank, Brooke Bean, Isavella Shank, Gabriella Shank, and Jesse Shank. Great-grandfather of Killian and Kenzliegh Shank, Braelynne Bean, Avalee and Alivia Richman, and Domanche Jones. Preceded in death by his...

Of Monroeville, age 71, died unexpectedly on Friday, September 17, 2021. John was the beloved husband of Roberta “Bobbie” (Samsa) Kurta for 31 years. Father of John (Kelly) Kurta, Jr. of Wexford, Sean (Jackie) Kurta of White Oak, Craig Kurta of West Mifflin and Juli Kurta of Monroeville. Grandfather of Nicole (Jeremy) Ireland, Justin Kurta and Xavier Moore. Great-grandfather of Jazlynn, Liam and Vada. Brother of Mark Kurta, Ron (Debbie) Kurta, Kevin (Sue) Kurta and Shawn...

Of Trafford, formerly of Braddock Hills, age 54, on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at home surrounded by family and friends after a 7-year valiant battle with metastatic breast cancer without complaint. Daughter of the  late Art and Marilyn (Wilson) Gornick.  Adored sister of Art (late Cathy) of Reserve, Dan of Bethel Park, Carol (John “Piny”) Wallace of Trafford. Proud aunt of Matt (Jayme), Ava, Nolan and Grace Gornick.  Kathy was a 1983 graduate of Swissvale Area...

Of North Huntingdon, age 62, died at home, unexpectedly, on Thursday, September 16, 2021. Chuck was preceded in death by his beloved parents Charles E. and Betty Schmidt, Sr. and his toddler sister, Cheryl Schmidt. Dear brother of Carrie (Russ) Preisach of Turtle Creek, Cynthia Schmidt of Turtle Creek, Christine (Ronald) Liptak of Turtle Creek, Christopher (Nikki) Schmidt of North Huntingdon and many nieces and nephews. Chuck was a1976 graduate of Norwin High School and was a retired...