Richard L. Brutt Sr.

Richard L. Brutt Sr. obituary

Richard L. Brutt Sr.

Richard Brutt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Anthony G. Staab Funeral Home on Sep. 9, 2025.

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Age 81, of Crafton Heights, formerly of Sheraden, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, September 8, 2025. Son of the late Leo J. and Ida Mae (Evans) Brutt. Beloved husband of 58 years to Anne (Bitzer) Brutt. Loving father of Richard L. (Tracy) Brutt, Jr. and LeeAnne Brutt.

Rich proudly served his country during the Vietnam War, earning the rank of Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. In addition to his military service, Rich worked as a mechanic for the United States Post Office for over 30 years.

As per Richard's wishes, there will be no visitation and services will be held privately. Rich will be laid to rest in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with full Military Honors.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Rich's name to Veterans of Foreign Wars, 406 West 34th Street, Kansas City MO 64111, www.vfw.org.

Arrangements entrusted to ANTHONY G. STAAB FUNERAL HOME, INC., 900 Chartiers Ave., Pgh., PA 15220. To leave a memory of Rich, please visit our website: staabfuneral.com

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