Richard T. “Chicken” Prakop, age 84, of Duquesne, passed away on Monday, October 3, 2022, at home. Born in Duquesne on August 29, 1938, he was the son of the late John and Barbara (Bornyik) Prakop. He was a retired machinist from Mesta Machine, a member of the Pine Run Boat Club, and a member of the Croatian Club of Duquesne. He is survived by nieces and nephews, Steven (Rita) Babyak of Forest Hills, Jerry (Kathleen) Babyak of Acme, PA, Les (Donna) Babyak of Shaler Twp., and...

Thomas B. Huwalt Jr., age 75, of West Mifflin, passed away on Tuesday, August 23, 2022, at his daughter’s home. Born in Duquesne on March 18, 1947, he was the son of the late Thomas B. Huwalt Sr. and late Helen (Smocer) Huwalt. He was a former welder with U.S. Steel-Duquesne Works for 19 years, a retired Stationary Engineer for Allegheny County at the Greater Pittsburgh International Airport and a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Trinity Church. He was a master of...

Faith Marie Fenk, age 52, of Duquesne, passed away on Friday, September 23, 2022, at home.  Born in Germany on October 25, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence Fenk and Anna Marie Skovran. Faith was a Christian and enjoyed spending time with her family, playing video games and doing puzzles. She is the life partner of Joseph Sheehan Sr.; mother of Joseph Sheehan Jr. of Duquesne, Matthew Sheehan Sr. of Duquesne, Reva Sheehan of Duquesne and the late Christopher Sheehan;...

Henry Vincent McKay, Jr, 81, died surrounded by family, at home in Duquesne, PA, in the evening of September 17, 2022. He will be remembered for his rowdy sense of humor, his stubborn nature, and his generosity. With his white beard, red cheeks, jolly laughter, and giving spirit, he was often (fairly) mistaken for Santa Claus. He always gave selflessly and unconditionally of his company, his not-so-secret stash of sweets, and his lottery tickets. Henry was born to Rose Marie Gregg and Henry...

Joseph D. Valente, age 81, of New Eagle, formerly of Deep Creek, MD, Duquesne, and Munhall, passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at home. Son of the late Daniel and Helen Valente, he was born in Homestead, on June 10, 1941. He was a retired Union Carpenter, a classic car enthusiast, an accomplished bowler with a 300 game, and a card player. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War. He was the husband of the late Mary Karen (Weber) Valente. He is survived by his...

Victor M. Zilinskas, age 89, of North Huntingdon, formerly of West Mifflin, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022, at his home. Born in Homestead on March 23, 1933, he was the son of the late Victor and Anne (DeVilla) Zilinskas Sr. He was a retired pattern maker at Fisher Body and a member of the Pattern Makers Union. He proudly served his country in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, North Huntingdon, Pido’s Friday Night Bowling...

Patricia A. “Pat” (Whited) Hunt, age 67, of Dravosburg, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at Jefferson Hospital. Born in Pittsburgh on January 27, 1955, she was the daughter of the late Stan and Betty (Harper) Whited. She was the assistant manager at the Dollar General in West Mifflin. She was a Born Again Christian, she loved her grandchildren and trips to the casino with her late husband, Don, and her sister-in-law, Judy. Pat was the wife of the late Don Luczak;...

George F. Dirani, age 80, of Lower Burrell, passed away on June 23, 2022, at UPMC East. Born in Lebanon on February 28, 1942, he was the son of the late Fouad and Almasa Dirani. His family was very important to him and he was very proud of them. He was a loving and generous father and he could be very stubborn. He enjoyed gardening, flowers, and watching them grow, and woodworking. He also loved watching his grandchildren grow. He is in a better place and is reunited with his loving family...

Elvira E. Vickovic, age 99, of Dravosburg, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022, at UPMC McKeesport. Daughter of the late Anthony and Mary Kasunic, she was born in Lysing #3 in Connellsville, PA, on October 20, 1922. She was a custodian at Duquesne High School and a cook at the Croatian Club in Duquesne. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish-Holy Name Church. She liked to hook rugs, sew, crochet and had traveled around the world. Elvira was the wife of the late Adam...

David R. “Red” Bowers, age 68, of West Mifflin, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2022. Son of the late William and Clara (Rossner) Bowers, he was born in McKeesport, on May 9, 1954. He was a retired carpenter from Boyer & Pentek in McKeesport, was a graduate of West Mifflin North High School Class of 1972 and was looking forward to his 50 year reunion. His hobby was woodworking. He is the husband of Janice (Jenkins) Bowers of Munhall; father of Sara Bowers and Kahla...