Jerry K. Bish Sr.

1943 - 2022

Jerry K. Bish Sr., 79, of West Leechburg, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022, in his residence. A son of the late Ernest Bish and Veryl (Kunselman) Bish, he was born July 16, 1943, in Kittanning. Jerry had been employed as a bricklayer by Allegheny Ludlum Steel in Brackenridge over 28 years before retiring in 2006. He was a member of Hebron Evangelical Lutheran Church in Leechburg. Jerry liked hunting and fishing, especially at his camp in Siegel. He enjoyed reading, watching NASCAR, listening to country music and being involved with all of his grandchildren's activities. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Pauline Bish, of West Leechburg; his son, Jerry K. Bish Jr. (Jill), of Leechburg; grandchildren, Brianna Jo Class (Jonathan), of Nashville, Tenn., and Brandon Ray Bish (Kayla Heberling), of Plum; and a sister, Lona Sue Milanak (Andrew). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Bish; and a sister, Dixie Jo Reefer. Friends will be welcomed by his family from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 5, from 1-3 p.m. at the CLAWSON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CENTER, 170 Main St., Leechburg, 724-842-1051, followed by funeral ceremonies beginning at 3 p.m. with Pastor Ryan Pusch officiating. Private interment will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Allegheny Township. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jerry's name may be made to the Leechburg Area Education Foundation (Robert E. Nigro Scholarships), c/o 1478 Main St., West Leechburg, PA 15656. Condolences to the Bish family may be offered at www.clawsonfuneralhome.com.