John J. Yuss Jr.

John Joseph Yuss Jr., of Hampton Township in Pittsburgh, passed into the hands of our Lord Jesus Wednesday, June 15, 2011. He was the son of the late Margaret (Reinhardt) Yuss and John Joseph Yuss Sr., of Charleroi. John was the much loved husband of Judy (Reed) Yuss and the beloved father of Jonalyn Yuss Artzberger and Jill Yuss and her husband, Mark Molnar. His dearly loved grandchildren are Roberta Leah Conway, Nora Lynn Artzberger and Mary Elizabeth Artzberger Ruffing (Zack) along with dear little Troy William Ruffing, his great-grandson. He was the devoted brother of Fred Yuss (Darla) and Ronald Yuss (Barbara). He is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews and a grandnephew, for whom he had great affection. He will be greatly missed by all. John graduated from Charleroi High School in 1954 and attended the University of Nebraska, having earned a full football scholarship. John began his career as an agent in the insurance industry with The Prudential Insurance Company in 1962. Because of his success, he received the President's Citation Award for many consecutive years. In 1967, he was promoted to the position of staff manager and moved to the North Hills of Pittsburgh. As he continued his successful career with Prudential Insurance he received numerous awards leading to his promotion of brokerage manager. In 1982, he opened the John Yuss Insurance Agency with the help of his daughter, Jill. They have enjoyed a successful business career for the past 29 years. He never thought about retirement since the relationships that he has enjoyed with his clients have meant the world to him. He was truly a "people person" and was loved by all. The John Yuss Insurance Agency will remain in operation with Jill assuming his position. To all of his clients, Thank you for your business over the years. Visitation will be from 1 to 4 and 6 to 8:30 p.m. Monday at NEELY'S 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Service and interment are private. Arrangements by Neely's.