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Joanne Ruggiero

January 29, 1941 - August 14, 2021

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Obituary For Joanne Ruggiero

Age 80, peacefully on Saturday, August 14, 2021, of the South Side and Baldwin Boro.

Beloved wife of the late Raymond J. Ruggiero; loving mother of Raymond (Marina) Ruggiero, Lisa Kemmerling and Michelle (David Terrick); proud grandmother of Donald (Jessica) Kemmerling, Alex Ruggiero, Renee (Don Smith) Ruggiero, David Terrick, Tyler Olzak and Nathan Terrick; great-grandmother of Braeson, Julian, Malena, Faith, Kaitlynn, Kiersten, Tobias, Jacob, Esther, Deklin and Eliah; sister of Marie Carroll, Marlene (Tom) Goob and the late Don Wagner and Lorraine Mackowiak. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday, August 19, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9:30. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Trinity Parish, Holy Angels Church at 10:30 a.m. If desired family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.

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  • August 19, 2021

    Steve Flowers

    So sorry to hear about Joanne's passing. She was a 2nd mom to all the kids in the neighborhood. She fed us and took care of us and gave a whack if we deserved it! She was a very special lady, and the world is a little less bright without her in it.

  • August 19, 2021

    Eric Gritz

    Ray, Lisa, Michelle, We are deeply sorry about your loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you and your families. All I have are great memories of aunt Joanne. Love Eric, Susie, Alex, Amanda Gritz

  • August 18, 2021

    Patty Kazimer

    Ray, Lisa and Michelle, Sending you our heartfelt sympathy and prayers for comfort and peace during this sad time. Your mom's beautiful soul and cherished memories will forever live in your hearts. Love and prayers to all, Rich & Patty Baker

  • August 18, 2021

    Keith Dudas

    No words can express my thoughts at this time. Just know you have our condolences. Ray, Lisa and Michelle, your Mom was special and will truly be missed. All our love. Keith Dudas & Family

  • August 16, 2021

    Dolores(Kietz) Kyle

    My deepest sympathy goes out to Ray, Lisa, and Michelle and your families. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you, Dolores (Kietz) Kyle