David Jura

1947 - 2021

David Jura, 74, of North Buffalo Township, Armstrong County, died Friday, Oct. 29, 2021 at his home. He was born October 19, 1947, in Natrona Heights to the late Frank S. and Dorothy E. (Derlink) Jura. Dave grew up in West Deer, graduating from West Deer High School, Class of 1965. He then graduated from Duquesne University, Class of 1969, with a degree in music. Dave then went on to receive his master's in psychology from Duquesne in 1972. David went to work for ARIN Intermediate Unit, Armstrong, working for them for 30 years. Following his retirement, he began a consulting company and worked for several charter schools in the area. He also worked for the Commonwealth of PA as a compliance monitor for special education. Dave was a member of the former Transfiguration R.C. Church, Russellton, Kittanning Elks, Kittanning Country Club, and a social member of Ford City VFW. Dave enjoyed golf, music, hunting as well as spending time with family and friends. Survivors include his sons, Michael D. (Aimee) Jura, of Jefferson Hills, and Thomas J. Jura, of Finleyville; his grandsons, Connor and Evan Jura; his longtime companion, Ilene Kurfeerst, of O'Hara Township; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Dennis F. Jura. Family will receive friends from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Monday at SIWICKI-YANICKO FUNERAL HOME, 23 McKrell Road, West Deer Township, Russellton, PA 15076, where a blessing service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday with the Rev. James P. Holland, officiating. He will be privately laid to rest with his parents in Our Lady of Hope Cemetery, Frazer Township. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be sent to West Deer Food Bank, 292 East Union Road, Cheswick, PA 15024, or a charity of your choice. View obituary online and leave condolences at www.siwicki-yanickofh.com.