Peter G. Garrutto

Age 75, of Myrtle Beach, formerly of Pittsburgh, on Monday, August 9, 2021. Beloved husband of Cheryl Cardiff-Garruto; loving father of Lisa Shortridge, Christina Horrocks and Nicholas Garruto; step-father of Mike Cardiff, Kristen Cardiff-Geraci and Joseph Cardiff; grandfather of Brennen Shortridge, Aiden Horrocks, Zachery Cardiff, Jace Savinda, Cameron Savinda, Anthony Geraci, Domanic Geraci, Donte Geraci, Alex Geraci, Mia Geraci and the late Alexa Geraci; brother of John Garruto, Joseph Garruto and Robin Anderson; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Pete was a US Army Veteran During Vietnam and enjoyed scuba diving, Oldsmobile cars, singing and biking. Friends received, Wednesday, 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Soxman Funeral Homes, Ltd./Roth Chapel, 7450 Saltsburg Road (at Universal Road) Penn Hills, where a Blessing Service will be held, Wednesday, 8 pm. following visitation.

ERNEST PHILIP ROTONTO

August 2, 2021

Of Turtle Creek, age 76, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2021. Beloved husband of Bonni L. (Popovich) Rotonto for 47 wonderful years. Loving father of John Rotonto, Paul (Wendy) Rotonto, and Aaron Rotonto. Adored grandfather of Steven Rotonto. Dear brother of the late Eugene Rotonto. Brother-in-law of John E. “Jody” (Kimberly) Popovich. Ernie was a 1964 graduate of Wilkinsburg High School. He was then drafted to serve his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. After he returned home, he worked in the repairs department for Wander Sales electronics. Ernie then began an over 20-year career as a machinist at Motor Coils Manufacturing Company in Braddock. He had many hobbies, collections, and enjoyed cars, especially his orange Corvette. Ernie deeply cherished the time spent with his family, especially his adored grandson Steven. Friends are welcome Friday from 2-6 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC., Turtle Creek / Monroeville Chapel, 1111 Monroeville Ave., Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350, where a Blessing Service will be held Saturday at 11:30 a.m. Ernie will be laid to rest with Military Honors in Good Shepherd Cemetery.

Published on August 4, 2021

RICHARD PATON   May 26, 2021

Richard H. Paton Jr., 75, of Irwin, died Wednesday, May 26, 2021. He was born July 20, 1945, in Wilkinsburg, a son of the late Richard H. Sr. and Margaret (Martin) Paton, and was also preceded in death by two brothers, David and Robert Paton. Rich was an Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served as an aircraft mechanic. He worked at U.S. Steel, Duquesne Works, where he completed the Instrumentation Apprenticeship Program and then started his own business, Reliable Instruments, performing repair and calibration. He was an avid drag racer and car enthusiast and built many street cars. He was a member of the International Hot Rod Association. He is survived by his wife, Carol Ann (Beisgen) Paton; his sons, Richard H. (Carrie) Paton III and Thomas M. Paton (Laura Nagy), both of Harrison City; his stepchildren, Debbie (Greg) Liebling, of Irwin, and Timothy (LeeAnn) McDowell, of North Hills; grandchildren, Amber (Casey) Holshue, Courtney Paton, Joseph Liebling, Sam McDowell, Christian Pfrogner and Cooper Pfrogner; his great-granddaughter, Jane Liebling; a sister, Nancy Miracle; also nieces and nephews. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the WILLIAM SNYDER FUNERAL HOME, 521 Main St., Irwin, 724-863-1200, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, with the Rev. Bruce Judy officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a contribution can be made to Thinking of Nikki Foundation, 303 Sawmill Road, Greensburg, PA 15601,

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