Donald E. Pirro

Donald E. Pirro obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Donald E. Pirro

Donald Pirro Obituary

Visit the William Slater II Funeral Service website to view the full obituary.

Age 80, of Collier, formerly of Scott Twp., passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Loving husband of over 56 years of Lynne G. Pirro (Steding); beloved father of Kristine McGuire-Saxton (Stew), Dawn Dunlap (Shawn), and Jessica Boyle (Brad); cherished PopPop of 10; and brother of Linda Vezzetti and Richard Pirro (Maria). He was also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. 

Donald was a proud and active alumnus of West Liberty University.  He worked his entire career in the insurance industry. Some of Donald’s favorite hobbies included attending car shows, tracking the stock market daily, and cooking.  He was known as a master chef and proudly passed along his sauce and meatball recipe. Donald also loved the Steelers and was a 40-year season ticket holder and also enjoyed cheering on his grandchildren’s athletic teams. 

All are welcome Friday, March 15, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Rd., Scott Twp., 412-563-2800. His Funeral Service will take place Saturday, March 16, 9:30 AM, St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 55 Forsythe Rd., Pittsburgh 15220.  

www.slaterfuneral.com

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William Slater II Funeral Service

1650 Greentree Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15220

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