All Obituaries

Kenneth R.  Rising, age 81, on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 of Whitehall. Beloved husband of Joan L.  (Melnik) Rising. Cherished father of Bonnie (William) Badstibner and the late Kenneth and Debra Rising. Loving grandfather of Kenneth, Brenden and Michael Badstibner. Brother in law of Denny and Linda Melnik, Sandy Widmer, Albert and Linda Kapela, Donald and Debra Vissari, Jim and Karen Melnik and families. Ken served 7 years for the Air National Guard, and he was a volunteer...

Joseph R. Skorich, age 61, on Thursday June 18, 2020 of Overbrook. Son of the late Samuel A. and Anna (Shaginaw) Skorich, Sr. Father of Stephanie Getty. Cherished brother of Nancy Brown, Samuel A. Skorich, Jr. and Barbara Giles. Loving Uncle of David, Todd, Drew, Chris, Tara and Stacie. He will also be missed by his dear friend whom he considered a "brother", William Bochter. Joseph was an avid sports fan, loved cars, boating and NASCAR.  He was also a member of the Duquesne...

James T. Planitzer, III, age 65, on Saturday June 13, 2020 of Carrick. Son of the late James and Patricia Planitzer, Jr. Beloved Husband of Kathleen (Morgan) Planitzer. Father of Beth Eiler and the late Mark Eiler. Grandfather of John Eiler. Brother in law of Jack Morgan and Cindy Pisarcik. Friends received at the Readshaw Funeral Home, Inc. 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick, Monday from 4:00 PM until time of Celebration of Life at 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family...

Lois A. (Morris) Barbour, age 86, on Thursday June 11, 2020 of Baldwin Boro. Daughter of the late Walter and Millicent Morris. Wife of the late Robert B. Barbour. Beloved mother of Robert W. (the late Carol) Barbour, James M. (Robin) Barbour, Scott A. (Virginia) Barbour and E. Donald (Eileen) McIrvin. Cherished grandmother of Robert W., Jr., Nicholas J., Christopher A., James M. and Sarah M. Barbour, Megan E. Bish, Michael E. McIrvin and Monica L. Wills. Great grandmother of four. Sister of...

Doris Louise Seibert Thompson of Arlington Heights born July 30, 1932 Passed away peacefully on May 31, 2020.  She is survived by her husband of 22 years Charles Thompson and she was proceeded in death by her late husband William Seibert. Louise is also survived by a niece and a nephew and Charles’ children, grandchildren and great grandchildren to numerous to name. Louise and Chuck volunteered at the food bank and senior center for many years. She enjoyed traveling and exploring...

Julius P. Speicher, age 91, on Saturday May 30, 3020 of Carrick. Beloved husband of Blanche R. (Hatcher) Speicher Loving father of Kenneth J. (Miranda)  Speicher and Wilhelmina Speicher. Cherished grandfather of Justin Speicher (Elizabeth),  and the late Kenneth J. (Sara) Speicher. Great grandfather of Riley, Tristen and Vivian Speicher. Preceded by four siblings. Julius was a Sgt. in the U S Marine Corps during the Korean War. There will be no visitations in Pittsburgh, a...

Joseph T. Nerkowski, age 88, on Saturday May 30, 2020 of the  South Side Slopes. Husband of the late Shirley A. (Brown) Nerkowski. Beloved father of Lynn (Philip) Medway and Mark Nerkowski. Loving grandfather of Amy, Samantha and Jordan. In keeping with Joseph's wishes there will be no visitation. Joseph served in the U S Army during the Korean War. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Readshaw Funeral Home, Inc. 1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. Send condolences to...

Bernice E. Rokicki, age 82, on Sunday May 24, 2020 of Carrick. Beloved wife of Raymond R. Rokicki. Cherished mother of Rose Firestone, Raymond Rokicki,  Ronald Rokicki, Darlene (Justin) Luzar and the late Elaine Makowski. Loving grandmother of 11 and great grandmother of 5. Bernice was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.  She also enjoyed spending time at her camp. Family and friends received Thursday from 1-3 PM and 5-7 PM at the Readshaw Funeral Home, Inc. 1503 Brownsville...

Peter R. Silvester, age 83, on Sunday May 24, 2020 of West Mifflin. Son of the late Eugene and Marie Silvester. Beloved husband of Vivian (Corrado) Silvester. Also survived by Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces and Great Nephews. Peter was a cab driver for Yellow Cab Co. There will be no visitations and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Readshaw Funeral Home, Inc.  1503 Brownsville Road, Carrick. Send condolences to www.readshawfuneralhome.com

Phyllis A. (Weidenhof) Bourdess, age 65, on Thursday May 21, 2020 of Carrick. Wife of the late Joseph Bourdess. Cherished mother of Emily (Thomas) Pastorius, Sr. and Paul Bourdess. Loving grandmother of Jolene and Tommy. Sister of John Weidenhof, Howard (Kim) Weidenhof. Also survived by nieces, nephews and her fur baby Paige. Phyllis enjoyed to cook and will be missed by all who knew her. No visitation.  Arrangements are entrusted to the Readshaw Funeral Home, Inc. 1503 Brownsville...