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November 12, 1976 - November 14, 2018 Joseph D. Kearney, age 42, died along with his fiancée, Kathryn M. Schurtz, 35, in a tragic interstate collision on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, while driving to their wedding in Pittsburgh. Born in Ohio, Joseph grew up in Pleasant Hills, PA and graduated from Seton LaSalle High School in 1995. He was proud to attend Penn State University where he received a Bachelor's degree in marketing, and went on to earn his MBA from University of Maryland. Joseph was Director, Emerging Technology, at Verizon, where he helped pioneer Verizon's entry into the advertising business. He was most recently focused on integration of Yahoo and AOL with Verizon, a role that exemplified his ability to bring people together and build new products with the company. As a young man, Joseph achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, which enriched his lifelong passion for the outdoors, especially hiking, cycling, and camping. He will be remembered for his signature style, sense of humor, spontaneity, his exhaustive knowledge of music and sports, and his love for Kate. Together with Kate, he lived in Jersey City, and loved to travel and host their many friends and family. Surviving are his parents, Dennis and Diana (Heinle) Kearney; his siblings, Dr. Julia Kearney and her husband, Marcus Santos, Anna Kearney, Mary Kearney and Peter and Gretchen (Neidert) Kearney; niece Emilia Dos Santos; and nephew Cole Kearney. He is also survived by a large extended family, including 40 first cousins, and friends around the globe who looked to him as a mentor and confidant. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Sunday, November 25, 2018 from 6-9 p.m. and Monday, November 26, 2018, from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Visitation will continue on Tuesday morning in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church, 1 Grove Place, Pittsburgh, PA 15236, from 10-11 a.m. prior to Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Joseph will be buried with Kathryn in New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, online at aaa.foundation.org. Click 'Donate' and designate a 'Donation or Gift' in memory of Joseph Kearney. December 11, 2019 I am a former coworker of Josephâ??s mother, Diana at CHP. My heart is breaking for you, Diana! Please accept my condolences and know that my prayers are with you. December 11, 2019 Diana and Denny and family, Our hearts are all broken for all concerned.Our love and prayers are with you.There are no words for this horrific tragedy. I always loved Joseph and we are so inconsolable as I know you all are.We are all here for you and love you. December 11, 2019 To the family of Joseph,
So very sorry for the tragic death of your loved one. I couldn't even imagine losing 1 loved one let alone both. Please know your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mother of 2
Pa. December 11, 2019 Joseph was a Joy to know. When he walked into a room everyone noticed. He walked tall, with a bounce to his step and with such a wonderful smile. Everyone was comfortable around him , feeling welcome. He had the famous Heinle/ Kearney sense of humor and quick wit. Joseph was Fun, Smart, Caring and So Handsome. We were so excited to celebrate and dance at Joseph and Kateâ??s wedding. Their Love for each other was a joy to see. Both gone much too soon. Their memory will live on in all who knew and Loved them. RIP Joseph . Love, Jan Bruno December 11, 2019 Joeâ??s spirit and positivity touched many people and created an awesome team environment.
What we love deeply becomes a part of us forever.
With deepest sympathy,
Marcy and John December 11, 2019 Offering my deepest, most sincere condolence. So terribly sorry about this event, tragic beyond description. December 11, 2019 Diana and Denny, we met you in the early days of Jan and Ray Bruno, and this news of your tragic loss and circumstances make words inadequate, other than to express our deepest sympathies to you and your family and know that others share your grief and pain ~ December 11, 2019 Dear Julia and Family-
You remain in my thoughts and prays. I am so very sorry
All my love,
Paulette Kelly December 11, 2019 To Julia and family - Iâ??m so shocked and saddened to learn of the tragic loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you... December 11, 2019 Deepest condolences to the Kearney, Schurtz and Heinle Families. May you find peace and comfort in the many prayers coming your way. December 11, 2019 We were sadden to hear about Joseph and Kate, when Lindsay shared the tragic news.
We pray you always find comfort in all the wonderful and meaningful memories of your son. Only met your son at Sean and Lindsayâ??s wedding, but we know from Sean and Linds conversation what a wonderful person he was. December 11, 2019 Diana, Denny, Julie, Anna, Mary, and Peter,
I am so sorry for the loss of Joseph and his fiance. You have been in my thoughts and prayers constantly along with everyone else who is going to miss them forever. I love all of you and care about you all so much.
Denise December 11, 2019 Joseph,
You will be forever loved & forever missed. We will see you & Kate again!!
Rest in Peace,
Love, Aunt Patsy December 11, 2019 To the Kearney family:
Iâ??m so sorry to hear of Josephâ??s tragic passing. He was a great man; someone I admired greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grieving.
God Bless,
The Warfelâ??s December 11, 2019 We or sorry for your lost we love him was one of the good person he was and the good thing he done he loved every buddy. From the John Anderson,lois ann Heinle Anderson and John F. Anderson sr. We or going to miss you December 11, 2019 Diana,Denny and familywhen there are no words know that the silences are the thoughts and prayers of all who love you. December 11, 2019 Dennis and Diana. Isabella and I are so sorry to hear of Joseph's passing. It is horrible beyond any words that we could offer. We offer our sincere and profound sympathy to you and your family. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this troubling time. Most sincerely, Bob and Isabella Wagner December 11, 2019 TO THE KEARNEY(HEINLE) AND SCHURTZ FAMILIES OUR DEEPEST SYMATHY ON THIS TRAGIC ACCIDENT. WE JUST FOUND THIS OUT.KNOW THAT YOUR FAMILIES ARE IN OUR PRAYERS MAY THEY REST IN PEACE AND MAY THE ANGELS LEAD THEM INTO PARADISE December 11, 2019 Dear Julia and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tragic time.
Sincerely,
Mary Petriccione December 11, 2019 I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Joe. It is hard to believe that the bright and engaged Joe that i shared class time with every day for two years (as his English teacher at Seton-La Salle) has been taken away from us so soon. He and Julia are among my former students that I continue to think of often. I will not forget him. May he rest in peace. December 11, 2019 Dear Kearney family,
There are no words to express our sorrow for your loss. Joseph's bright smile, warm hugs, and witty sense of humor will always be remembered. Our love and prayers are with you. December 11, 2019 Sincerest condolences to Josephâ??s family. May the God of Comfort strengthen and support the family in the days ahead. Revelation 21:4 December 11, 2019 Joe was such a hard worker and a very smart guy. He always had a positive attitude. Even more important, he was a really nice person and great to have around. We have lost a very special person. I am sorry for your loss. December 11, 2019 Dear Kearney Family,
My condolences to you all. I worked with Joe during my tenure at Verizon. He was an amazing peer and a great human being. I still remember his sense of humor, his business acumen, and his smile. My heart goes out to you all in this tough time. May he Rest In Peace.
Sincerely,
Vishal December 11, 2019 Jules,My deepest sympathy for this tragic loss. My heart aches for you and your family. â?¤tara December 11, 2019 Dennis, Diana and family,
Tom and I are so sorry for the loss of your son and his fiancé. God bless you and your family for strength, peace and understanding during this time.
Love
Tom & Bridgette Ladie December 11, 2019 Iâ??m at a loss for words, and totally shocked at the suddenness with which we lose two of our friends. I ran into Joe by chance at the Denver airport a couple months ago. We caught up. He told me about getting married to Kate. He seemed very happy. Iâ??ll always remember his smile (constantly smiling) and his love of Pittsburgh sports teams. Rest In Peace Joe and Kate. December 11, 2019 I had the pleasure of working with Joe. He was a kind and amazing person. My heart breaks for both families. My prayers are with you all. December 11, 2019 We are so sorry about this terrible tragedy. We will pray for the whole family at this difficult moments. Our most sincere condolences .â?¤ï¸?
Valderas Family(Jaime Valderas 3-2) December 11, 2019 I am so saddened to hear this news. Joe was kind, smart and always with a smile whenever I saw him. He truly and positively impacted those of us he worked with. Sending your family love and healing thoughts in this very difficult time.
Kind regards,
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November 12, 1976 - November 14, 2018
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