All Obituaries

Demetrius Tyrone Pirl, 52 affectionately known as “Dirty Meech” (amongst many others) departed this life on Wednesday, September 21, 2022.  He was born December 22, 1969, at McKeesport Hospital in McKeesport PA., to the late Larry D. Hill (Kincaid) and Twanda L. Pirl (Lokie), he was also preceded in death by, his sister Ericka Pirl (Erie). He was the second child and oldest son of six children. Demetrius resided most of his life in Duquesne PA., he grew up in Cochrandale...

William Swift, 70, of Duquesne, was born January 14, 1952, in McKeesport, PA. He was the beloved son of the late Ernest and Elizabeth (Rochelle) Hill. William was adopted at a very young age by James and Easter Swift who reared him. He attended school and graduated from the McKeesport School district.  William was a very dedicated employee where he worked, in Clairton Mill Works United States Steel for several years. His last place of employment was with an agency in McKeesport, PA.,...

  Darnell K. Martin, 55, of McKeesport, was born September 9, 1967, in McKeesport, PA. He was the beloved son of his late father, Charles Martin, stepfather, Frank Mikell, and Mary (Larkins) Mikell. He was a graduate of the class of 1986 from, McKeesport High School. Darnell lived in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Darnell was a nice guy with a big heart, would give anybody anything, always doing for others. Darnell enjoyed cooking, cookouts, and going out to eat, he hated eating alone. He...

Paul Braxton Fields Jr., 86 of McKeesport, PA was born March 22, 1936 in Manakin, VA. He was the beloved son and only child to the late Paul and Gladys (Tyler) Fields. Paul was a graduate of Central High School in Goochland, VA. After school, he served in the United States Army. Paul worked for the West Mifflin Construction Company as a General Field Superintendent for 36 years. He was a lifelong member of the Laborer’s International Union of North America Local 373. Paul was an avid...

Jaron Arthur 'Cook'd up' Mckissick, 42 of McKeesport, passed away very unexpectedly on September 9, 2022. Jaron was born April 24, 1980. He was the son of the late Arthur L and Helen L Dudley Mckissick. At an early age, Jaron professed his faith in Jesus Christ and joined Payne Chapel AME Church of Duquesne. As a member of the church, he was active with the YPD and sang in the youth choir. As an adult, Jaron joined Inner City Ministries where he was a member of the choir, and he...

On Tuesday, September 6, 2022, Laura Mae (Mena) Green departed this life peacefully at home in McKeesport, PA. She was born October 28, 1939, in Charleston, South Carolina, and is preceded in death by her parents, Julius and Ethel Taylor Green, and sister Patricia Green, all, of McKeesport, PA. Laura was a loving sister/cousin/friend to Karen Green Andrews of, McKeesport, PA., and Alvin (Thea) Green of, Marlboro, MD. Laura is affectionately known by her friends and family as the best cookie,...

Ronald Brian Magwood, 63, of McKeesport, was born September 27, 1958, in Pittsburgh, PA. Known as “Ronny”. He was the beloved son of the late Warren Ray and Sadie (Fitzgerald) Magwood Sr. Ronny was a Langley High School graduate. He furthered his education and graduated from Connelly Trade School. After graduating, Ronny went on to start his own construction business. Known as Magwood Construction. He learned many different trades.  Ronny grew up in McKees Rocks Terrace in...

Dr. Michele J. Lea-Stokes, 66, of Inglewood, Calif., formerly of Monessen, Pa, departed this life suddenly on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2022.  She was a 1974 graduate of Monessen High School. Born on Aug. 1, 1956, Michele was an accomplished medical doctor. As a board-certified Psychiatrist, Michele treated patients in Texas, Pennsylvania, and California. Most recently she worked in a number of clinics as a Staff Psychiatrist at the Veterans Administration Greater Los Angeles Healthcare...

  Cheryl Dianne Stewart,75, who was called by the name “Sherry” of Washington, was born February 1, 1947, in Elizabeth, PA. She was the beloved daughter to the late Herman Ramseur and Margaret (Kelly) Ramseur Smith. Her early years were spent in Elizabeth, PA before moving to Washington, D.C. After graduating from Elizabeth Forward High School. Cheryl lived with her aunt Addie Lowery and uncle Larry Lowery, in southeast Washington DC. Later she struck out on her own and...