All Obituaries

Gaila Johnson, of Clairton, was born January 22, 1953 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania.  She was the only child of the late Elizabeth  (Johnson) Hamlin and John Wright.  On October 8, 2021, Gaila went on to be with her Lord, peacefully at home surrounded by her family.   Gaila graduated from the Clairton City School District. She furthered her education by taking classes at CCAC– South Campus. As a beloved mother of three, she shared her love for children by being a...

Emeric  A.  Randolph, 65, was born April 4, 1956 in Pittsburgh, PA.  He was the beloved son of the late Miguel Enrico Antonio Moore and Constance Randolph. He departed this life on  October 6, 2021 unexpectedly. Emeric served in the United States Army. He also worked as a Chef for over 20 years. Emeric is survived by his daughters, Rashauna (Samuel) Burton of Creighton;, Shandell Randolph of Mt. Oliver; three sons, Lorenzo Carter of Glassport, Maricco Randolph of...

“A doorkeeper in the house of the Lord” Psalm 84:10 Margo Johnson, 71, was born October 21, 1949, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. She was the beloved daughter of the late Ralph and Etoy (Daniels) Johnson. She was the youngest of four children. Margo went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at UPMC East, Monroeville, Pennsylvania. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nathan Watson, brother Raymond Johnson, and sister, Diana Warren. Margo attended McKeesport...

William Kenneth Law, II, 52, was born March 4, 1969 and raised in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. He briefly resided in Austin, Texas. William was known best as Big Shug -  Shuggy bear or as his God mother, God rest her soul Beverly Banks referred to him as “Bam Bam.” William graduated from McKeesport Senior high school. He also earned a scholarship to Arizona State University.  While attending Arizona State, William found his green thumb. He had a passion for plants...

Jessie Mae Brownfield, at the age of 76, Jessie was a loving mother of two children and two grandchildren. She passed away on  September 30, 2021 at Riverside Nursing Center. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel P. Allen, Sr., Lillian J. Allen, and her son, William Brownfield. Jessie was born October 17, 1944, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania.   She was the youngest of seven children. She was a graduate of the McKeesport Area School District   She loved doing...

Brandon Delvon Thomas, 47, of Clairton, was born November 27, 1973, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania.  He was the beloved son of Arthur and June (Rushin) Thomas. Brandon departed this life on September 29, 2021. He was preceded in death by his brother, Marlan Williams. Left to cherish Brandon’s memories are his parents, Arthur and June Thomas; children, Braedon Brewster, Brandon Thomas, Darryl Riddeaux, D’quavious Johnson; granddaughter, Nyla Spell; sisters, Scharla Mullen,...

Robert Jeffery Linnen, Jr., also known as “Jizz” was welcomed into the world by his parents Shirley Fuqua and the late Robert Linnen, Sr. on December 3, 1979, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. From the precious age of one-month-old, he was raised by his grandmother, the late Margaret Linnen.  Robert went to school at the Clairton Education Center, where he graduated with the class of 1998. After graduation, Robert attended the Connelly School of Mechanics. He was a hardworking...

Phyllis Elaine Lyerly, 83, was born September 29, 1937, in Elizabeth, PA.  She was the beloved daughter of the late William and Agnes (Clark) Stone. She departed this life on September 23, 2021, at AHN Jefferson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Reuben Lyerly, and daughters, Wilma, Stephanie, and Patricia Kelley.  Phyllis graduated from Elizabeth Forward Senior school. She was employed by UPMC McKeesport for 29 years as a Unit Secretary. She loved to travel and help...

Rochelle (Shelly) Denise Williams, 53, was born May 2, 1968, in Pittsburgh, PA.  She was the beloved daughter of Yvonne (Buckner) Smith and the late John Richardson. Rochelle departed this life on September 23, 2021, in Pittsburgh, PA. She was preceded in death by her father, John  Richardson.    Shelly was a 1986 graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School and attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She was employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the...