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Ronald McIntyre Obituary
Ronald A. "Mac" McIntyre, 40, of Canonsburg, died unexpectedly Sunday, January 12, 2020.
He was born April 27, 1979, in Boston, Mass., a son of Margaret "Peggy" Davin White of Bethel Park and the late Ronald Anthony McIntyre Sr. He had been a resident of Canonsburg since 2006.
Mr. McIntyre attended both the Bible Chapel in McMurray and the St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church in Upper St. Clair.
He was a graduate of Bethel Park High School Class of 1997, where he was a member of the football team and also was a black belt in Tang Soo Do. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh Class of 2002 and was also a graduate of the Allegheny County Police Academy.
Mr. McIntyre was devoted to his family and enjoyed reading, seeing movies, cruises and beach vacations.
He was a former employee of the University of Pittsburgh Campus Police and a former patrolman with the City of Washington Police Department.
Mr. McIntyre was employed as a patrolman from 2004 until he was placed on medical retirement due to line of duty injuries received while evacuating residents of a fire in the George Washington Hotel in 2006. He was immediately appointed the city of Washington code enforcement officer, the position he held at his death.
He was a member of the Washington Lodge 095 of the National Fraternal Order of Police.
On May 26, 2007, he married Heidi J. Cook, who survives.
In addition to his wife and mother, surviving are two children, Andrew "Drew" and Elizabeth "Lizzie" McIntyre, both at home; two sisters, Meg (Steve) Oechslein of Purcellville, Va., and Alisha (Luke) Wetzel of Pittsburgh; five nieces; and many family members, all who will miss him dearly.
Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday in Faith United Presbyterian Church, 900 East Beau Street, Washington, PA 15301, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 17, with the Rev. August Hurst officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray. The Washington Lodge 095 Fraternal Order of Police will conduct a memorial service in the church at 7 p.m. Thursday.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the W.P.P.B.F., 337 Winners Circle, Canonsburg, PA 15317.
Arrangements are under the direction of Kesterson-Rush Funeral Home LLC, Rogersville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald McIntyre
July 21, 2024
I never knew who ronald was. I’m a friend of one of his kids. But I do know this. They loved him dearly and they deserve the world. I know he’s watching over them from heaven. May god bless.
Ned Gensler
January 18, 2020
I'll miss your smile.
Rich, Evie and Cazzie Frederick
January 18, 2020
Dear Heidi and family, We are so sorry to hear of your dear husbands passing. You are in our prayers. May our Lord wrap you in His arms and give you comfort.
Lisa Tokich
January 17, 2020
We will miss you dearly,keeping your family and friends in our thoughts and prayers. From Lisa L. And Lisa T.
January 16, 2020
To Ron's Family and Friends,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Ron has been my son Alex's good friend since Bethel Park school days. We liked Ron the first time we met him.We will be praying for Ron to have everlasting life and eternal rest in His Heavenly Kingdom and may the same Lord grant you all comfort and strength.May his Memory be Eternal!
In prayer and sympathy,
Michael and Barbara Siyufy
Michael Siyufy
January 16, 2020
To Ron's Family and Friends
We are very sorry to learn of the loss of your dear Ron. Our son Alex has been a good friend of Ron since Bethel Park School days. I met Ron when he was in college and I liked him from the start. May the Lord comfort and strengthen all of you and grant Ron eternal rest and everlasting life in His Heavenly Kingdom.Memory Eternal!
With deepest sympathy,
Michael and Barbara Siyufy
Matt Becker
January 16, 2020
RIP Ron, you were an awesome guy. I met ya vi Keystone Rehab. & Fit. yrs. ago in McMurray & you were more determined to get back to what you loved in life more than any I had ever met. may you get a hero welcome at the Pearly Gates.
Colleen Sullivan
January 16, 2020
Thank you for your life of service to others. You will be so missed. Sending your family my love and deepest condolences. Rest In Peace Ronnie.
Robert Carter
January 15, 2020
So saddened to hear of Ron's passing......My sincerest condolences to his family
Patrick Quinlan
January 15, 2020
To the McIntyre family, his extended family, and all who were close to him, I am truly sorry for your loss. I am praying for God to provide you comfort through this difficult time.
Anthony Selbe
January 15, 2020
My thought and prayers are with his children, wife, and family. Very saddened by this loss. Such a kind hearted person.
Michele Sites
January 15, 2020
Our sympathies. Praying for all of you.
Mary McGarity
January 15, 2020
Deepest sympathies to the family. You were so loved and you will be missed.
Cindy Quinlan
January 15, 2020
No words to express my condolences, but know I'm praying intensely for all Ron's loved ones. Rest In Peace Ron.
Steffanie (Janovich) Furmanek
January 15, 2020
I am so so sorry for your loss Heidi. You and you children are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eric Cada
January 15, 2020
Deeply saddened to hear of Ron's passing. Praying for him and his family.
Dennis Weidner
January 14, 2020
It is with much sorrow and grief that I offer my condolences to your family. I pray the Lord will comfort you. Words cannot express the sadness that I feel for you.
Deb Fallenstein
January 14, 2020
Rest Easy- Ron
Bruce Fife
January 14, 2020
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Ron passing. I pray that the families heart and soul find peace and comfort. Prayers, peace, and blessings for you and the children.
Jason & Pam Kilgore
January 14, 2020
Our sincere sympathy to your family.
Kevin Audas
January 14, 2020
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire McIntyre family. Rest In Peace my friend. Thoughts and Prayers. God Bless.
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