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Ruth Jean (Kimmell) Chalfant

February 19, 1927 - January 17, 2022

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Obituary For Ruth Jean (Kimmell) Chalfant

Age 94, of West Mifflin, died peacefully at The Washington Hospital, in the company of her family, on Monday, January 17, 2022. Born on February 19, 1927, in Greensburg. Daughter of the late Frank and Martha (Harrold) Kimmell; loving wife of the late Donald W. Chalfant; dedicated mother to Kim (Skip) Spellman of Finleyville and Mark (Vicki) Chalfant of Virginia Beach, VA; devoted grandmother to Kacie Stepic, Matthew Stepic, Alex Chalfant and Karson Chalfant; step-grandmother to Devin Spellman and Bri Spellman. Also survived by many cousins and friends. She was affectionately known as “R.J.” to some and “Kim” to others. R.J. was a graduate of Slippery Rock State Teachers College, with a dual Bachelor’s Degree in Heath, Physical Education and Biology, followed by a Masters Degree in Education from the University of Pittsburgh. The majority of her teaching career was spent at Peabody High School, within the Pittsburgh Public School District. She was a life long member of Zion Lutheran Church in Brentwood, PA. R.J. was a past Worthy Matron of The Order of the Eastern Star, Green Tree Chapter, and member of The Carnegie College Club. A private memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 23, 2022, with a celebration of life event to planned for a later date. Arrangements handled by the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227.

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  • January 23, 2022

    Anita Schrott

    Dearest Kim, Skip and family: my sympathy and prayers are with you on the passing of your mom. She was so special to me. The best Girl Scout leader a young girl could have ever had. Wonderful lady! Thank you!!

  • January 23, 2022

    Anetta McNurlin

    My condolences to the family. I will miss RJ, but I also rejoice in her heavenly homecoming. May light perpetual shine upon her. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "It is not the length of life, but depth of life." We were blessed to witness her example of how to live a life of kindness, adventure and independence.

  • January 23, 2022

    Bonnie Lee Reinhart

    Please accept my condolences on Ruth's passing. Such a pleasant and enjoyable lady to be around. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.