Frank F. Gigler Funeral Home, Inc.

Michael Andrew Yacko, 65, of Lower Burrell passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 4, 2019.  He was the son of the late Michael and Irene (Babcoff) Yacko. Michael was a 1971 graduate of Burrell High School.  He then went on to Penn State University and graduated in 1975 with a B.S. in Individual and Family Studies.  He was the owner and operator of Yacko’s  Carpet Cleaning and Upholstery for over 25 years and was employed for the last 3 years with Sear’s...

Howard Earl Hartge, Jr. 66, of Upper Burrell, passed away peacefully, on Friday, May 3, 2019. He was born in New Kensington January 21, 1953, and was the son of the late Howard E. and Darlene (Grantz) Hartge, Sr.  Howard is survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and his beloved cats.  He worked at Allegheny Ludlum Brackenridge Plant as a crane operator for over 30yrs. He enjoyed drag racing and all types of RC cars.   Family and friends will be received at the Frank...

Barbara A. Eshbaugh, 70, of Lower Burrell, died peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, May 4, 2019.  She was the wife of the late Terry Eshbaugh; dear grandmother of Isabella Giovannelli, Zachary Giovannelli and Gabriella Giovannelli of Virginia. She was the beloved sister of Beverly Gifford of FL; Patricia Boyle of Pittsburgh; Gary (Marjorie) Shanko of Lower Burrell; and Marlene (Denny) Myers of Lower Burrell; and loving friend of Gerald Farbacher of Plum.  Barbara...

Dorothy Jean (Compton) Hurlbut, 89, of Lower Burrell, died peacefully in her home with her family by her side, Friday, May 3, 2019. She was born in Kittanning, daughter of the late Robert and Evangeline (Shields) Compton and lived in Allegheny Township her entire life. She was known for being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother raising five children and fostering more.  Once her children were grown, she continued to help raise and mentor her many grandchildren.  Mrs. Hurlbut and...

Virginia R. Elson, 91, of New Kensington, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2019, at Redstone Highlands in Murrysville. She was born in Wheeling, WV, on October 26, 1927, to the late Oren A. and Beulah B. Kelley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Philip A. Elson, and four siblings.  Virginia was raised in Weirton, WV, and after marriage the couple relocated to the Lehigh Valley area. When they returned to western PA in 1960, they settled in New...

David “Dave” Corwin, 81, of New Kensington, passed peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday April 14, 2109.  He is survived by this beloved wife, Evelyn (Stewart) Corwin; his dear children, David A. (Darlene) Corwin, of Hermitage, Heidi Corwin, of New Kensington, and Peter Corwin, of Lower Burrell; Grandchildren Holly (Phil) Bullmaster, of Dayton, Ohio; David L. Corwin, of Columbus, Ohio; Nicole Corwin, of Barrow, Alaska, Brandon Texeira, of New Kensington, Ryane...

Norene E. (Michel) Nelson, 84, of Lower Burrell died Friday April 12, 2019 at Good Samaritan Hospice in Cabot.  She was born to the late Earl and Mildred (Rider) Michel.  She is the wife of the late John A. Nelson and was preceded in death by her brother Edwin Michel.  Norene is survived by her son, Mark (Irene) Nelson, of Lower Burrell, a daughter Nancy (Ed) McConville, of Lower Burrell; Grandchildren Lauren (Ryan) Grady, of Chicago, IL, Caryn Nelson, of Lower Burrell, Megan...

Helen “Babe” Shank, 86, of Lower Burrell, passed away on Saturday April 6, 2019 in Belair Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lower Burrell.  She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Helen (Mazur) Milisits.  Her greatest enjoyment came from the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years Richard “Dick” Shank; great-grandson, Jackson Turk; sisters, Hilda Maxwell and Mary Carney;...

Garver “Dud” Rayburn, 83, of Lower Burrell, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2019.  He was born March 3, 1936, in New Kensington, PA.    He was proud to have served his country in the Navy.  He worked as a truck driver for Schwerman Trucking for 28 years and then as a bus driver for the Port Authority.  Pap enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing and spending time with family especially his grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his veloved...

Mary Lou Adams, 91, of New Kensington died peacefully, Sunday, March 31, 2019.  She was born December 23, 1927 in New Kensington.  She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Frances (Fritz) Powell and was preceded in death by her husband Robert R. Adams; brothers William Powell; Marlin “Bud” Powell and John “Virg” Powell; sisters; Margaret Strate, Lenora Zarisky, and Emily Ruth Powell.  Mary was a honorary member of First Baptist Church of Upper...