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Sep 28, 1951 - Aug 26, 2025
My deepest condolences to the Minkus family. I had the pleasure of working with Ron for many years. Ron was a good man. Heaven just got one the good ones back.
David Spano
August 28, 2025 | Baldwin, PA | Coworker
My condolences to Ron's family. I worked with Ron for many years. I remember when he was supervisor in DLO. Oh, we had some exciting times. Ron was truly a great guy. So sorry to hear of his passing. Ronald my friend rest in peace.
George Bussard
August 28, 2025 | Westmoreland, PA | Friend
Sorry for your loss sending prayers for you all.
Colleen Bradley
August 28, 2025 | McKeesport, PA | Friend
I am so sorry for the loss of such a good man. I have known Ron since we were alter boys at St Joseph's in Port Vue. We grew up together, worked together and were even in the same bowling league. The world has lost a great man, but Heaven has gained a saint.
George Bradley
August 28, 2025 | NORTH CHARLESTON, SC | Friend
I had the great pleasure of working with Ron for several years. He was an incredibly talented engineer - when there was a difficult challenge, Ron was the go-to guy. He was also a great mentor - always willing to answer questions and guide newer engineers (and managers). Prayers to the Minkus family.
Jim Smyder
August 28, 2025 | Mount Pleasant, SC | Coworker
I worked with Ron at Bettis for many years and he was one of the nicest people I ever met. We travelled together on business several times and he was a great travelling partner. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest condolences to his family.
Ron Pfeifer
August 27, 2025 | Bethel Park, PA | Friend
This loss is heartbreaking. The loss of a good man and good friend like Ron is truly devastating to all who knew him. Ron was such a big part of my life working at Bettis and his friendship, mentoring and kindness was special. My heart goes out to the Minkus Family. Please know you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dan Spano
August 27, 2025 | Finleyville, PA | Friend
It has been my honor to know Ron and share our love of quilting, as members of the Three Rivers Quilters. Ron always had a positive attitude and a beautiful smile. You will be missed. GOD Bless.
Liz Hays
August 26, 2025 | Pittsburgh, PA | Friend
Ronnie was such a special cousin. He was involved in alot of activities. I remember last time I was in PA. He picked me up and took me to go see Aunt Sue. When we got there he told me stay in the hall so could surprise her. He loved to do things with his Belive wife Sue of 54 years and his family. Ronnie We love and will miss you. RIP. Until we meet again
Donna Borges
August 26, 2025 | Punta Gorda, FL | Family
Ronald Allan Minkus, 73, of New Eagle, formerly of Baldwin, died Tuesday, August 26, 2025 in his home. He was born September 28, 1951 in McKeesport, the son of Harold L. and Susan A. Bury Minkus.
Ron was a member and elder of Round Hill Community Church in Elizabeth Township. He retired after forty years of employment from Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin. Ron enjoyed quilting and belonged to the Three Rivers and Mon Valley Quilt Guilds. He loved being with his grandchildren and riding bicycles with them. He also enjoyed spending time in his vegetable garden.
He is survived by his wife, Susan E. McIlrath Minkus with whom he celebrated fifty four years of marriage on July 10, 2025; two daughters, Sherry (Alex) Salas of Orlando, Florida, Becky (Todd) Mauk of Rostraver Township; son, Jason (Jessica) Minkus of Peters Township; eight grandchildren, Michael (Morgan) Danto, Cody Danto, Aerion Salas, Kaiden Salas, Zavia Salas, Elijah Minkus, Lucy Minkus, Kayla (Marcus) Bush; two great grandsons, Joshua and Luke Bush; sister, Debbie (Russ) Messinger of North Carolina; and his beloved dogs, Gretel and Hannah.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Dennis and Timothy Minkus.
Friends will be received on Friday, August 29, 2025 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM in the Frye Funeral Home, Inc., 427 West Main Street, Monongahela. A prayer service will be held in the funeral home Friday evening at 7:30 PM with Rev. Bill Little officiating. Interment will be private and take place in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park, Irwin.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to charity of one's choice.
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