Jeffrey Scott Oaks

Jeffrey Scott Oaks obituary, Pittsburgh, PA

Jeffrey Scott Oaks

Jeffrey Oaks Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by D`Alessandro Funeral Home & Crematory on Dec. 21, 2023.

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Jeffrey Oaks, age 59, of Pittsburgh, died on December 20, 2023 at Family Hospice. Born June 6, 1964, in Geneva, NY, he was the son of Albert Oaks and Marilyn Foster and the husband of Michael Rusnak.
Jeff worked as a director of undergraduate studies for the Writing Department at the University of Pittsburgh. He taught many classes, but especially enjoyed Intro to Poetry, Intro to Creative Writing, and Writers Journal. He was a poet and his published books include The Things and Little What. Jeff also had a passion for art. He spent much of his time sketching and painting, at home, at his favorite coffee shop and with friends.
In addition to his husband, Jeff is survived by his brother, Steven Oaks of Canton, MI.; and beloved Andy, the black lab.
In lieu of flowers, Jeff requested that donations be made to Family Hospice link: https://www.upmc.com/services/home-health-care/hospice/locations/southwest-pa/family-hospice-west/supporting-patients-families.
Professional services entrusted to D'Alessandro Funeral Home & Crematory Ltd; 4522 Butler Street Pittsburgh, PA, 15201; www.dalessandroltd.com.

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