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James J. Lesko

March 20, 1938 - December 10, 2021

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Obituary For James J. Lesko

Age 83, of Pittsburgh, passed on Friday, December 10, 2021. Son of the late John and Mildred Lesko; brother of John (Mary Ann), Peter, Bernadette (the late John) Kirch, and the late Joseph, Barbara, and Michael. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and their families. He served in the U.S. Army. Jim graduated from Carnegie Tech. He was associate professor at various universities and was an accomplished steel sculptor. There will be no visitation. Services will be held privately at a later date. Arrangements made by John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227.

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  • September 25, 2025

    park dong min

    I met Professor Jim Lesko in Korea when I was a university student. He was such a kind and wise teacher, always encouraging Korean students to develop their skills and grow into better people. Thanks to his guidance, I was able to win an international design competition in the U.S., something I could not have achieved without his support. He worked tirelessly in his classes, always teaching with passion, kindness, and dedication. To us, he was more than a professor—he was a mentor and a true role model. Even now, and in the years to come, I continue to create meaningful design works and achieve steady growth as a designer, carrying forward the values he taught me. I deeply respect him and feel great sadness at his passing. Professor Lesko lived a meaningful and inspiring life, and he will always be remembered by his students. May he rest in peace.

  • January 20, 2022

    Sue Lease

    I got to meet Jim when he was trying to move from Connecticut to Johnstown or Windber. He was such a nice man - honored to have had the pleasure. So sorry to hear he passed. I talked to him on November 15th and he sounded very happy - glad to be near his brother - and was working on his home. Rest in peace, Jim! Sue Lease