All Obituaries

William George Kessling, age 68, of Liberty Borough, died July 22, 2021, at Kane Community Living Center. Born February 22, 1953, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late William C. and Elizabeth A. (Clarke) Kessling. Bill retired from his family's business Kessling Pharmacy, where he managed the company from 1986 until December 28, 2014, when his dear mother died. The family business served the surrounding communities of Liberty Borough for 67 years. Before that, he worked at US Steel...

Blanche H. Upperman, age 73, of McKeesport, died July 19, 2021, at home. Born September 8, 1947, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Margaret (Cooper) Upperman. Blanche was a loving person with the biggest heart. She enjoyed traveling and family vacations to Wheeling, West Virginia. She is survived by her siblings, Harry Upperman of McKeesport, Marchelle (Donald, Jr.) Boccardi of Rostraver and Aljean Wilcher of Port Vue; nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews; also...

Louise A. James, age 86, of McKeesport, died peacefully on Sunday, July 18, 2021, at Jefferson Hospital. Born November 11, 1934, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Anna (Galbach) Lemak Loy and the wife of the late Harry J. James for 32 years. Louise enjoyed working at several jobs over the years; she was a cook for the McKeesport Area School District, baker for Zotter's Bakery, and certified nursing aid at Glenshire Woods and Oakmont. Louise lived life on her own...

Erin Bachman, age 49, of McKeesport, died July 16, 2021, at home after surviving 3 years with colon cancer. Born October 14, 1971, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of Sandy Bachman of McKeesport and the late Raymond Bachman of Versailles Boro. Erin was relentless against any obstacle thrown her way. She was and always will be her mother’s hero. Erin enjoyed listening to music, dancing to it, or even writing her own songs for her lord and savior, Jesus Christ. She was able to live...

John W. Guy, age 51, of McKeesport, died July 14, 2021, at home.  Born October 25, 1969, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late William and Laura May Guy.   John was devoted to his family and friends! He loved spending time with all of them! He was the life of the party, the all around jokester. He loved the Steelers, Pens, & Pirates. A true black and gold sports lover. John had many catch phrases like "HOW YOU LIKE ME NOW", "I'M JOHNNY JOHNNY...

Dennis M. Glaub, age 73, of North Huntingdon, formerly of McKeesport, died July 13, 2021, at home.  Born July 7, 1948, in McKeesport, he was the son of the late Frank and Helen (Gerondites) Glaub and beloved partner of Judith Wargovich for 28 years.  Dennis served in the Marines during the Vietnam War and was a member of the North Versailles VFW Post 8430.  He worked for Duquense Light and retired as a Lineman.  He enjoyed fishing, whether locally or taking trips to the...

Donald J. Scott, age 64, of Dravosburg, died July 7, 2021, at home, on his 14th wedding anniversary.  Born September 8, 1956, in McKeesport, he was the son of Artha (Westerburg) Scott and the late William Scott and loving husband of Debra (Abels) Scott.  Donald was a Vietnam War Era Veteran and served with the U.S. Navy.  He worked as a foreman with the Dravosburg Street Department and a big rig truck driver for nearly 40 years. His truck driving took him all over, and he...

Francis V. "Frank" Davis, age 72, of Port Vue, died July 5, 2021, at home.  Born December 7, 1948, in Mt. Pleasant, he was the son of the late Joseph Sr. and Emily (Stepanic) Davis and husband of Theda (Buckholtz) Davis.  Frank worked for U.S. Steel for 31 years and retired as a Blast Furnace Supervisor.  Frank served with the Marines and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, where he earned a Purple Heart.  He was a lifetime member of the Port Vue American Legion...

Frances W. Mehalcik, age 94, of McKeesport, formerly of Glassport, died July 5, 2021, at home surrounded by her most treasured earthly possessions, her family; she crossed the threshold of our worldly barrier, and entered the realm of our loving Lord. Born August 10, 1926, in Glassport, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Ann (Wiernicki) Derewonko and the wife of the late John L. "Sauers" Mehalcik, who died May 29, 2000. Frances retired from Duquesne University of...

DorisJean Kearns 89, of Dunedin, FL formerly of White Oak and McKeesport, PA went to be with Jesus and her husband Bill on Valentine's Day Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021 at North Naples Community Hospital. Born March 9, 1931 in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Marshall D. and Leah N. (Bumbaugh) Biddle Sr. and the loving wife of the late William J. Kearns Sr. In her younger years, DorisJean made some of her own clothes and all of her Rainbow Girls gowns. She was a devoted housewife and...