All Obituaries

Donald A. "Donny" Chapman, age 71, of Liberty Borough, died June 24, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport Hospital. Born January 21, 1951, in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Joseph and Josephine (Kumanchik) Chapman and the husband of Linda (Lerro) Chapman for 42 years. Donny retired from Central Maintenance, where he retired as a supervisor. He was a US Navy veteran serving, on the USS Barney, during the Vietnam War. Donny was the vice-president and beloved member of the Liberty Borough...

Patricia A. Bach, age 83, of McKeesport, died June 20, 2022, at Kane Community Living Center in McKeesport.  Born November 3, 1938, in Cook County, IL, she was the daughter of the late William and Nelle (Caton) Fidler and wife of the late Robert E. Bach.  Patricia loved spending time with friends and family and playing bingo.  She is survived by children, Christopher (Dawn) Bach and Harriet Coffey; grandchildren, Ashley, Brandon, Michael, Chloe, Allison, and Zendaya...

Patricia "Patty" Balin age 81, of McKeesport, passed away on June 18, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Born May 30, 1941, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Francis Jess and Katherine Taylor and beloved wife to her high school sweetheart Thomas J. Balin for 61 years. Patty volunteered at her church's religious education center and was a Cub Scout Den Mother. She was instrumental in forming the McKeesport Firefighters Ladies Auxiliary in 1973. Patty enjoyed bowling with...

Anita S. Germany, age 33, of Versailles, died June 17, 2022, at home. Born December 21, 1988, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Earl L. Germany and Yolanda (Irie Griffin Jr.) Medina. Anita was a CNA and worked in many places such as Kane Regional, UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, and the VA Hospital. In her free time, she loved shopping and spending time with friends, and laughing. In addition to her parents she is survived by her partner, John R. Jones; children, Jayden Coulter and Jordyn...

Christian E. Pearson, age 33, of Versailles Borough, passed away June 15, 2022. Born October 29, 1988, in Monroeville, he was the son of Christian T. and Daphne (Chevrez) Pearson and the fiancé of Jaymei Serrano. Christian was the owner and operator of Infinite Trades Construction. He loved and cherished his family and the time spent with them. Christian enjoyed fishing, music, and sports. He was very proud of his tattoo on his arm of the Puerto Rican flag representing part of his...

Like a true fisherman, Thomas Maldonado passed away on the morning of June 14, 2022, in Pittsburgh.  He was the son of the late Albino Maldonado and Cecilia (Kelly) Yniguez and the husband of Patricia (Ackerman) Maldonado.  Thomas was best known for his love of fishing and would never miss an opportunity to pass on his true passion for catching the biggest fish.  His nearly perfect attendance at the annual Lake Emily Fishing Derby was one of his greatest adventures.  He...

Michael W. Kelly, age 60, of McKeesport, died June 13, 2022, at home. Born July 23, 1961, in North Charleroi, he was the son of the late Charles E. Kelly and Mary L. Lavender and the husband of Karen (Pastore) Kelly. Michael was a United States Army veteran. He enjoyed trips to the racetrack and playing guitar in his free time. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Desirae (Daniel) Bendel and Michelle See; grandchildren, Cameron, Dean, and Isabella; and sister, Carrie...

Richard A. Pomycala, age 84, of Port Vue, died June 8, 2022, at St. Clair Hospital.  Born September 14, 1937, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Charles and Mary (Busch) Pomycala and husband of the late Sandy (Buono) Pomycala for 60 years.   Richard was self-employed and lettered many monuments in local cemeteries.  He was a member of the Saints Joachim and Anne Parish, the North Versailles Seniors, the former Port Vue Men's Club, and the Port Vue and East...

William S. Sturkie Bowser, Sr., age 62, of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022. Will crossed over peacefully in the comfort of his home. Will was born in McKeesport on July 22, 1959, to father Archie Sturkie and the late Judy (Bowser) Paxon. The oldest of eight siblings, Will didn't have the opportunity for much formal education. At the age of 14, he left home and met his life partner and wife, Kathy (Barton) Bowser. They married on May 4, 1979. In the early...

Bernice W. Lako age 91, of McKeesport, died May 29, 2022, at Riverside Care Center. Born August 24, 1930, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Anne (Mashalik) Domino and the wife of the late Steve Lako Jr.  Bernice was a member of Holy Family National Catholic Church. Bernice is survived by her niece, Mary Ann (James) Wadginski, and great-nephews, Michael, Kenny, and Patrick. In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by her...