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Joseph M. Hinnebusch

December 05, 1971 - April 04, 2026

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Obituary For Joseph M. Hinnebusch

Age 54, of Baldwin, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Beloved son of Michael J. and Yong Cha "JoAnne" Hinnebusch; loving brother of Epuni (David) Virginia; former husband of Dawn Hinnebusch; step dad of Nicholas Rubenstein; grandson of the late Joseph and Anne Hinnebusch and the late Myong Cho Choe and Mal Yon Yi. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Joe was well known to be a kind and generous soul. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 6-8 p.m. and Friday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Thomas à Becket Church at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to CORE at https://www.core.org/ or Angel's Place at https://www.angelsplacepgh.org/

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    Christopher Paul planted 10 trees in memory of Joseph M. Hinnebusch . - April 10, 2026

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    Brian Yoch planted 5 trees in memory of Joseph M. Hinnebusch . - April 07, 2026

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    Susan Schreck planted 5 trees in memory of Joseph M. Hinnebusch . - April 06, 2026

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  • April 10, 2026

    Joe and I were close friends back in the day. We played cards, saw live music, and hung out with his friends in the South Side. We stayed up too late playing video games and just hung out. He was my cool friend - the one who introduced me to great music and had a good sense of humor. I still wear the tie clip he gave me 30 years ago. I'm glad I have it to remember him and the good times. I'll miss him.

  • April 07, 2026

    We were deeply sorry to hear of Joseph's passing. We share our condolences with his family and friends during this difficult time. May your heart find peace and comfort in the days ahead. Know that we will keep Joseph and his loved ones in our thoughts and prayers. With sympathy, Angels' Place.

  • April 07, 2026

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. I haven't seen him in a long time but have many great memories of time with him. He was a kind soul. Our birthdays were 5 days apart so we celebrated together often. Rest in Peace Angel Joe.

  • April 07, 2026

    I just learned late this past evening before I am writing this, that Joe passed away. I never got to meet Joe in person, but became acquainted with Joe during start of the pandemic during one of his live Broadcasts on TikTok. I enjoyed being welcomed to the LIVE, having group video chats with him and other friends on Facebook Messenger, playing 80's trivia and winning a prize that he sent me of a dollar tree mask, over in West Sacramento, Ca. I made some great friends through Joe, around the world and we all became friends on Facebook, or remained so on TikTok. I have never been to Pennsylvania either, but my grandmother was born and raised there, she born in another town, of Sugar Notch, and would ask Joe about the weather and compare blizzard stories she used to tell me about. Joe was one of the nicest and kindest persons. Most often we would enjoy him talking about his parents and family, sharing his love of music, his stories of playing guitar professionally in a band, talking with his beloved cat. He brought the best out of people, and brought friends together, and made a difficult time in 2020, easier, just by being himself. I would like to send my deepest condolences to the Hinnebusch Family, friends and loved ones and to all that knew him. I am sure going to miss you Joe.

  • April 06, 2026

    Oh Joe, my heart breaks! You are gone now whole and not suffering anymore. I hope you give my mom the biggest hug ever up there! I am so mad at myself that I didnt make it to Pittsburgh to see you before you left this earth! I will forever remember all the wonderful memories we had together and I will always love you! This is not a goodbye, this is Until I see you again! 143!!

  • April 06, 2026

    I will miss Joe's sweet demeanor and soft spoken voice. I love you nephew.

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