Edward McElroy

Edward "Eddie" McElroy, age 61, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Eddie was born on Saturday, May 23, 1964, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and from the moment of his birth, he was a cherished gift to his family.

Eddie was a gentle soul whose life reflected quiet strength and the pure power of unconditional love. Through his expressions, spirit, and quiet awareness, Eddie touched hearts in profound ways. He brought patience, compassion, and deeper understanding to everyone around him, teaching those who loved him that love needs no words and that a life lived with tenderness and trust holds immeasurable meaning.

Eddie was preceded in death by his father, Walter McElroy, Sr. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted mother, Mae E. McElroy of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; his sister and brother-in-law, Mary E. and V. Cedric Bush of Hughesville, Maryland; his sister and brother-in-law, Jay McElroy-Harris and Kenneth Harris of Upper Marlboro, Maryland; his brother, Walter McElroy, Jr. of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; his brother, Sean Edmonds of Bedford, Indiana; and his sister, LaRonda Page of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Eddie was a beloved uncle and great-uncle to Brandon McElroy, Arielle L. Douglas, Aubrey L. Douglas, Tiffany and Jonathan Hodges, Sr., Jonathan Hodges, Jr., Janiyah Hodges, Jade Hodges, Alisha Frison, Cherel Blackburn, Shyreeta Page, Terell Blackburn, Page, Anthony and extended family members Clair and Lynn Wilson; Angie Wims, honorable daughter-in-law to family. And many others who held him dear along with a host of family members and friends who will forever remember his gentle spirit.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the Verland Foundation Staff for their compassionate care, dedication, and kindness shown to Eddie throughout his life. Your support brought comfort not only to Eddie, but to all who loved him.

Interment will take place at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, located in Cecil Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania.

The family finds peace in knowing that Eddie was truly one of God's precious gifts-Heaven's Special Child-entrusted to them for a season and now welcomed home to eternal rest.

Heaven's Special Child

A meeting was held quite far from earth.

"It's time again for another birth,"

Said the Angels to the Lord above,

"This special child will need much love.

His progress may seem very slow,

And he'll require extra care

From the folks he meets way down there.

He may not run or laugh or play

His thoughts may seem quite far away,

In many ways he won't adapt,

And he'll be known as handicapped.

So let's be careful where he's sent

We want his life to be content.

Please, Lord, find the parents who

Will do a special job for you.

They will not realize right away

The leading role they're asked to play,

But with this child sent from above

Comes stronger faith and richer love.

And soon they'll know the privilege given

In caring for this gift from Heaven,

Their precious charge, so meek and mild

Is Heaven's very special child!"

Final arrangements by

D'Alessandro Funeral Home and Crematory LTD

4522 Butler Street

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15201