Ruth Ann Belgrade

Ruth Ann Belgrade obituary, McKeesport, PA

Ruth Ann Belgrade

Ruth Belgrade Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Willig Funeral Home & Crematory on Mar. 11, 2026.
Ruth Ann Belgrade, age 84, of McKeesport, died March 5, 2026, at We Care Nursing Home in Monroeville. Born May 25, 1941, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late James and Dorthea (Winkler) Caldwell and the wife of the late Dennis Belgrade.

Ruth had a special place in her heart for her grandchildren, who brought her immense joy and laughter. She adored them dearly and always looked forward to the moments spent together, creating memories that will be cherished forever.

She is survived by children, Jeanne (the late Harold) Cannon, Dorothy Cook, Barbara (Mike) Kelly, and Dennis (Janet) Belgrade; grandchildren, Harry Belgrade, Jr., Matthew Belgrade, Elizabeth (Jose) Collazo, Eddie (Terri) Mains, Jessica Belgrade, Stephanie Belgrade, and Cara Belgrade; great-grandchildren, Vanetta Rose, Alex, Jayden, Jasmine, Arya, Cordelia, Norajean, Konstance and Denver; great-great-grandson, Winston. In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by a son, Harry Belgrade; siblings, James Caldwell and Leo Caldwell.

Arrangements were entrusted to Willig Funeral Home & Crematory. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.willigfuneralcremationservices.com.

Charles Danforth, Supervisor

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