Donald G. Depp

Donald G. Depp obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Donald G. Depp

Donald Depp Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Devlin Funeral Home - North Hills on Feb. 22, 2025.
March 21, 1947 - January 23, 2025
Service: Private
Donald G. Depp, age 77, of West View, passed away on January 23, 2025. Son of the late George and Rosemary (Diel) Depp. Beloved husband of 54 years to Diane (Smith) Depp; loving father to Julie (Scott) Cerutti, Lisa (Chris) Marchini, and Brian Depp; grandfather to Katelyn (Marc), Brandon, Cameron, Annie, and Molly; Brother to Patricia and the late David (Lois); uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Don was a graduate of Clarion State College in Pennsylvania where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Education. Following his graduation, he became the chemistry & biology teacher for Freedom High School. He later began working for West View Water Authority, starting as a chemist and building his way up to Assistant Plant Manager where he retired after 43 years of employment. Don also worked for the State of Pennsylvania providing education for the Water Outreach Program for Drinking Water Operations. He was a very active member at Saint Athanasius Parish, holding the title of President of Parish Council for many years as well as Eucharistic Minister. Don was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, Bellevue Council #1400. In his leisure time, Don enjoyed reading a good book, collecting stamps and coins, playing cards with his family, and above all, spending precious time with his wife, children and grandchildren. Everyone knew that his grandchildren were the most important and treasured to him.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Riding for the Handicapped of Western PA, PO Box 23, Allison Park, PA 15101 or www.rhwpa.org.
Private services have been entrusted by Devlin Funeral Home.

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