Laurie Jean Matassa
May 8, 2026
Laurie Jean Matassa, 73, of Oakmont, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully, Friday, May 8, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of warmth, generosity, and quiet strength that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Laurie was a vibrant, kind, and gentle soul whose spirit shone brightly despite facing a multitude of health challenges throughout her adult life. She met every difficulty with a...
John J. Stecik, Jr.
May 8, 2026
John J. Stecik, Jr., 73 of Verona, passed away peacefully at home on Friday May 8, 2026. He was the son of Joan (Angelo) Stecik and the late John J. Stecik, Sr. Beloved husband of 53 years to Jeannette V. (Altman). Loving father of J.J. (Heather) and Jason (Danielle). John was proud and honored to be the grandfather of Kiersten...
John Paul Wojtyna
May 5, 2026
John Paul Wojtyna passed away Tuesday May 5, 2026, he was born on May 17, 1950, in Butler, PA to Edward & Helen Wojtyna.
He was the middle child between firstborn Kathy Wojtyna Durbin (Ray) and little sister Carol Wojtyna Hutzley (Brian). He relayed stories of playing on the hillside across from their house, and antics with his many cousins.
John graduated...
Margaret "Sugar" F. Parise
May 4, 2026
Margaret "Sugar" F. Parise, 89 of O'Hara Twp., passed peacefully on Monday May 4, 2026. Daughter of the late Anna and Harry Wagner.
Loving mother of Stephanie (Jack) Gundlach-Chess, Doug Gundlach (Patti Flanagan), Joshua (Vanessa) Parise, and Aaron Parise. Grandmother of Shannon, Nikki, Connor, and Emery. Great-grandmother of Luke, Annabelle Grace, Clover, Riverly, and Leonardo. Sister of Dorothy Wagner, and the...
Georgia N. (Stefanakos) Pandeladis
May 3, 2026
Georgia N. (Stefanakos) Pandeladis passed suddenly, on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the age 86. Georgia was born in New York City, grew up in Franklin Pennsylvania and was a long-time resident of Penn Hills.
Beloved wife of the late Nickolas Pandeladis. Loving mother of Leonidas (Leo) Pandeladis and Cathy Elaine Pandeladis. Daughter of the late Konstantinos and Eugenia Stefanakos and...
Fred M. Stock, Jr.
Apr 29, 2026
Fred M. Stock, Jr. passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the age of 94 (forever 39), surrounded by the love of his family.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Mary Ellen, and by his children: Tom (Michele) Stock, Laura (Dave) White, Mickey (Carol) Stock, Doug Kocott, Joe (Sue) Kocott, Pam (Brady) Corcoran, and Michelle (Roy)...
Patrick Allen Ricketts
Apr 29, 2026
Patrick Ricketts, age 67 of Verona, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday April 29, 2026.
Son of two mothers; one lost early and the other he had time to re-unite with; Anna Ricketts and B. Ricketts-Drodge-Garmer. Husband of the late Donna Ricketts. Father of Michael Ricupero. Pap of Mila, Olivia and Isabella. Brother of Douglas (Nancy) and Debbie (Larry). Sister/Aunt...
Mary Jane Verbanic
Apr 24, 2026
Mary Jane Verbanic, age 92 of Verona passed away peacefully on Friday April 24, 2026 at UPMC Presbyterian surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Martha and Charles Delach, Sr.
Beloved wife of George Verbanic, Jr.
Loving mother of George Verbanic III and Todd (Tricia) Verbanic.
Sister of Al (Helen) Delach and the late Charles (surviving Colleen) Delach, Jr.
Mary...
Barbara Adams
Apr 20, 2026
Barbara Adams, 77, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, inher hometown. Born on May 27, 1949, in Pittsburgh, Barbara lived a life filled with compassion,dedication, and love for her community.Barbara attended the University of Pittsburgh and was a 1966 graduate of Springdale HighSchool in Springdale, Pennsylvania. She carried her education into a life of service, care...
Sally A. Frick
Apr 20, 2026
Sally A. Frick, 73, of Monroeville, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026. Sally was a well-known criminal defense attorney in Pittsburgh and a partner in the law firm of Bills and Frick. She was the daughter of the late Jayne and Norman Frick, Jr.
Sally graduated from St. Francis University and Duquesne University School of Law. Sally is survived by...
John Porter Watson, Jr.
Apr 19, 2026
John Porter Watson Jr 71, longtime resident of O’Hara Township, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, after a short illness.
John grew up in Pittsburgh where he attended St. Edmunds Academy before graduating from Blair Academy in Blairstown Township, New Jersey. He attended the University of Pittsburgh and had a successful career in industrial sales for C.A. Turner, where he...
Pearl Irene (Alston) Gaston
Apr 16, 2026
Pearl Irene (Alston) Gaston, 99, of Penn Hills passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday April 16th, 2026. She was born in Oakmont on March 15, 1927, the daughter of Jacob and Hallie (Watkins) Alston and wife of the late Willie G. Gaston.
Pearl lived a life defined by love, selflessness, and dependability.
Pearl was an avid bowler...
David M. Mauro
Apr 16, 2026
David M. Mauro, 72 of Springdale, with his family by his side, passed away at Shadyside Hospital on Thursday April 16, 2026 after a month's long diagnosis and battle with pancreatic cancer. Dave was the son of the late John and June Mauro. Beloved husband and sweetheart of 49 years to Joan (Mackos) Mauro. Loving Girl Dad of Karly, Katey...
Jack Randolph
Apr 15, 2026
Jack Randolph, age 27 of Cheswick, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday April 15, 2026. He was the beloved son of Maureen and Mark Babuscio. Loving brother to Kaylee Randolph and Phillip Babuscio. Special and loved grandson to Michael and Judy Morgan and Mark and Pat Babuscio.
Also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Jack worked at Presbyterian SeniorCare and was loved...
Toni Ayala
Apr 14, 2026
Toni Ayala , 41 of Penn Hills, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday April 14, 2026.
Loving wife to Jason of 16 years. Daughter of Jeannie and the late Glenn Kunf. Mom of Ava and Jordan. Sister of Leanne, Dana, Edward, and Christina. Also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.Toni was an incredible person and especially a devoted mom and caregiver to...
David J. Meloni
Apr 12, 2026
David J. Meloni, beloved teacher, coach, mentor, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on April 12, 2026.
David graduated from Oakmont High School in 1953, where he was a standout halfback on the football team. He went on to attend North Carolina State University on a football scholarship, where he excelled as a dual-sport athlete, playing both football and eventually soccer.
His...
Lynne Carothers
Apr 8, 2026
Lynne Carothers, age 79 of Plum Borough passed away peacefully on Wednesday April 8, 2026, at UPMC St. Margaret's. She was the daughter of the late Vivien and George Carothers. Sister of George (late Beverly), Scott (Marty), and Tracy (Tom) Messenger. Special Aunt but more like a second mom to Kevin, Kerri, Brent (Jen), Eric (Leigh), Erin (John), Kurt, Crista,...
Robert W. Rossi
Apr 6, 2026
Robert W. Rossi, age 57 of Tarentum, passed away unexpectedly on Monday April 6, 2026. He was the son of Robert Rossi. Son-in-law of Ann Andrews. Beloved husband of 10 years to Tammy M. Rossi. Loving father of Joseph (Sabrina), Thomas (Jocelyn), Crystal (Kyle), Stephanie, and Austin. Pop pop of 12 grandchildren.
Robert loved golf and fishing. He enjoyed a good...
Justin Orbich
Apr 4, 2026
Justin Orbich, 50 of Oakmont, passed away on April 4, 2026, after a short battle with liver disease. He faced this challenge as he did so many others in his life, with quiet determination, strength, and dignity.
Justin lived each day devoted to caring for his family and friends, always placing others before himself. He was a trusted mentor and a...
