All Obituaries

It is with broken hearts and cherished memories we announce the passing of our mother Delores Mildred “Big Dee” (Hursh) Tornblom, age 91, of North Huntingdon on Monday June 22, 2026 in her home as she embarked on her journey to the next life where she will be reunited with her husband Jim, the love of her life, and receive the reward of their Faith. Delores was born on January 3, 1935 in Larimer, the baby daughter of the late Blair and Matilda (Ridley) Hursh. Delores graduated ...

Andrew Fedor, 94, of Duquesne died May 29, 2026.  He is the son of the late John and Mary (Dobrancin) Fedor and beloved husband of 53 years to  Eleanor (Jeroski) Fedor.  He is survived by his son Andrew (Deanna) Fedor; sister Irene (Anthony) Szafranski; grand fur babies Lizzy and Charlie; also nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.  He was preceded in death by his brother Paul Fedor. Andy was a firefighter for the city of Duquesne and a retired electrician for ...

Charles "Doodle" George Cheke, 66, of West Mifflin, PA, passed away on April 30, 2026.  Born October 26, 1959, to Charles and Alice Cheke, he was a Foreman at Premier Drywall Services for over 20 years and retired in February.  Charles enjoyed buying and selling used cars and was known for his lively yet caring nature.   He also loved both of his rottweilers, Boss and Hoss very much.  He will be remembered and loved by all who knew him.  He is survived ...

Ruth J. Bowers, 93, of West Mifflin, passed away April 4, 2026. She was born at home, Pittsville, Wisconsin, October 14, 1932 to the late Rev. Delbert and Mina Appleby. Ruth was retired from the Duquesne Light Company where she worked as an administrative assistant for 36 years. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, reading, solving crossword puzzles, taking day trips with church members, and volunteering at her church. In addition to her parent’s, she is preceded in death by her ...

Olga C. Darnay, 103, of West Mifflin, died Jan. 21, 2026.  She is the beloved wife of the late John P. Darnay, Sr.  She is survived by her granddaughter Marissa (Bryan) Marsh; grandsons John "JR" Darnay and Michael (Erin) Darnay and great grandchildren Emma, Bryce and Blake.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son John P. Darnay, Jr.  Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral Home in Duquesne on Fri. From 6 to 8.  ...

Liliya V. Agafonova, 37, died Dec. 16, 2025. She is the daughter of Valeriy Agafonov and the late Natalya Agafonova. She is survived by her children A'Mya Holliday-Quinn and Zacharia Holiday-Quinn; siblings llona (Russell) Potts, Irina (Alex) Curtis; Olga (Tim) Smith, Pavel Agafonov, Leo (Krystal) Agafonov, grandmother, nieces, nephews, aunt and cousins.  Liliya is originally from Baku, Russia and came to Pittsburgh in 94'. She grew up in many different cities of Pittsburgh as well as ...

Joan Gurgac, 91, of West Mifflin, died Nov. 7, 2025.  She is the daughter of the late John and Mary (Bielicka) Gurgac.  She is survived by her niece Mary Jo (Scott) Wucher; nephew Edward (Nancy) Chuba; great nephews Andrew and Ray Chuba and Chase Wucher.   Joan was preceded in death by her sister Lorraine Mae (Edward) Chuba.  Joan worked for the McKeesport Candy Company and then later for Precise Plastics.  Friends will be received at the Teichart-Gracan Funeral ...

Mary Ann Shirley, lover of dogs and all around great woman, was born in Shelby Ohio on June 11, 1939 and died of natural causes at her home in West Mifflin, Pa on September 20, 2025.  She was the eldest child of Charles Lloyd Shirley and Anne Agnes Shirley nee Reader.  Mary Ann was a former member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Dravosburg and was currently a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Duquesne.  She graduated from McKeesport High School, and then worked for 34 years ...

Dominic Cardamone, 77, of West Mifflin, died Aug. 4, 2025.  He is the son of the late Joseph and Palma Cardamone.  He is survived by sons Dominic (Jennifer) Cardamone and Joseph Cardamone; grandchildren Gia Cardamone, Johnny Cardamone, Gianna Cardamone, Dominic Cardamone, III, Frank Cardamone, Rocco Cardamone, Cassidy Cardamone and Michaela Messenger.  He was preceded in death by sons Johnny and Frankie "Cheech", sister Maria and brother Frankie.  Friends will ...

In Loving Memory of a Wonderful Man.  It is with heavy hearts, we announce that Robert T. Gambal 81 went home to be with the Lord on 7/13/25. A U.S. Marine, devoted husband, wonderful father, doting grandfather, and an extraordinary human being — he touched the lives of everyone lucky enough to know him. He is the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Bodnar) Gambal.  Bob was a devoted husband to his late and beloved wife Barb Gambal, with whom he shared a deep and ...