All Obituaries

Catherine Ann Perovich (Yukich), of Trafford, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023 at the age of 91.  Daughter of the late Michael And Caroline (Belobrajdic) Yukich.  Beloved wife of 56 years of the late Steve Perovich.  Mother of Steven (Christine) Perovich and Michael (Donna) Perovich.  Loving grandma of Marcus, Benjamin (Camila), Rachel and Hannah (Aaron).  Great-grandma of Lexi, Holden, Walker, Sebastian and Maisie.  Cathie was a former CCD Teacher,...

Betty Godich, age 81 formerly of Level Green passed away on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 in the Murrysville Rehab and Wellness Center, Murrysville. Betty was born on January 10, 1942 in Biddle the daughter of the late Fred and Ann (Vuic) Bogonovich. Betty retired from the Westmoreland County Housing Authority and she was a member of the Living Word Congregational Church, Jeannette. She was preceded in death by her husband Sam Godich and her sister Diane Ray. Betty is survived by her...

Ronald A. Garvis Sr., age 57, of Trafford passed away on Wednesday September 13, 2023 in the Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville.  Ron was born on December 7, 1965 the son of the late William H. Sr. and Lorraine H. (Witkowski) Garvis.  Ron was a veteran of the US Army attaining the rank of SP4. In addition to his parents Ron was preceded in death by his son Michael Garvis.  He is survived by his children Ronald A. Garvis Jr.; David Garvis and Nicole Garvis; his grandson Kayl...

Christopher David McDade, age 56, of Trafford passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023 at UPMC East, Monroeville. Chris was born on July 14, 1967 in New Kensington, the son of Lillian “Billie” (Sames) McDade and the late David McDade. In addition to his mother, Chris is survived by his wife of 31 years Karen McDade; his children; Diana McDade and David McDade; his siblings Karen (Joe) Starcher and Doug (Stephanie) McDade. Chris was a bartender for Red Lobster in Monroeville for...

Kenneth C. Simmons of Harrisburg, PA, formerly of Trafford, PA passed away on August 15, 2023. He was born February 3, 1942 in Braddock, PA. He was the son of the late Kenneth and Josephine Zeravica Simmons. He was a 1960 graduate of Trafford HS and following graduation he pursued an education in pharmacy at Ohio Northern University, graduating in 1965, receiving the Johnson & Johnson award as the most outstanding student in the School of Pharmacy. Later on in his career he was asked to...

Martin J. Mains passed away on August 11, 2023. It was Martins wishes that there are no services. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations to St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105. www.dobrinickfhinc.com

Mark J Kljucaric, 90, of Monroeville passed away peacefully with family by his side on August 7, 2023.  Mark was born in Trafford on October 23, 1932, the son of the late Marko and Anne (Fabijanac) Kljucaric. Mark was a U.S. Army Veteran that spent his working life as a self-employed construction engineer. Mark’s faith and love for Jesus Christ continued to grow until his passing. Mark is survived by his wife of 66 years Gerry (Bayus); his loving children, Karen (Jerry), Susan and...

Kristina “Tina” Matyi age 56 of North Huntingdon passed away on Tuesday August 1, 2023 in her home. Tina was born on December 12, 1966 the daughter of Carol Fantini Matyi, of Penn Township, and the late Richard John Matyi. In addition to her father, Tina was preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Joseph and Anna Fantini, of LaBelle, PA; and paternal grandparents, John and Helen Matyi, of Richeyville, PA, her brother John Matyi and her very special friend Michael Williams. In...

Dolores M. Mendicino, 90, formerly of North Huntingdon, passed away on July 27, 2023. Dolores was born February 9, 1933, the daughter of the late Martin and Barbara (Benich) Krcelic. She enjoyed reading, word puzzles and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Paul Mendicino, and her daughter Annette Macioce. She is survived by her daughters Paulette (Russell) Clementoni of Williamsport and Lynnette (Thomas) Niro of...

Rose Vinsick, 89, of Penn Township, formerly of Trafford, passed away July 23, 2023. Rose was born on November 5, 1933, the younger daughter of the late Anthony Massaro and Marianna (Papa) Massaro-Viola. Rose will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, “gram,” and great-grandmother. She was a faithful member of Christian Life Church and volunteered for 35 years at the Trafford Library. She was a member of the Level Green Senior Citizens and a former member of the American Legion...