Ronald Dunnivan Sr.

Ronald Dunnivan Sr., 86, of Saltsburg, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2025. He was born on September 15, 1938, in Barton Maryland, a son of the late Joseph and Hazel (Clark) Dunnivan. Ronald was a former member of Unity Presbyterian Church, and Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 12. Prior to his retirement, Ronald was in the construction business as a Sheet Metal Worker, and he was proud to have helped build the PPG Building, along with working on several nuclear reactors that required special security clearances. He was an avid outdoors man, enjoyed boating, camping, hunting, fishing, motorcycles, cars, and the companionship of friends and neighbors.
In addition to his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by his wife, Helen Dunnivan, siblings, Bob (Eve) Dunnivan, and Doris Bioni.
Ronald will be sadly missed by his children, Ronald Dunnivan Jr. and partner Christopher Chermansky, Lenny Dunnivan and girlfriend Hope Galia, Tammy (Brian) Christ, Tracey Ranallo, (and their mother Donna Dunnivan), Michele Haas, Stacey Hass, siblings, Jerry and the late Pat Dunnivan, Kenny (Pat) Dunnivan, Vicky Zimmerman, and many nieces and nephews.
Ronald was a proud and loving grandfather to 18 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, who he loved dearly.
Respecting the family's wishes, all arrangements are private.
Vaia Funeral Home Inc., 463 Athena Dr. Delmont (724-468-1177), has been entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ronald's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice.
To send online expressions of sympathy, obtain grief support information or directions, please visit www.VaiaFuneralHome.com.