Ronald E. Harnish

Ronald E. “Ron” Harnish, 68, of Chicora, passed away early Monday morning, June 28, 2021, in the comfort of his home while in the company of his loving wife and family.

Ronald was born Sept. 30, 1952, in Butler. He was the son of the late Russell and Alberta Laisure Harnish.

Ron was a 1969 graduate of Karns City High School.

He was a member of Mater Dolorosa Roman Catholic Church in Chicora and the Teamsters Union Local in Pittsburgh.

He was a talented softball player, and enjoyed playing and coaching in various Chicora-area softball leagues for many years. Ron was an avid car enthusiast and was partial to Dodge vehicles. He also enjoyed bowling and playing cards.

He retired as the office manager at Water Fresh in Cranberry Township.

Ron is survived by his wife, Mary Price Harnish, whom he married on Oct. 5, 1970.

Also surviving are his children, Ronald E. Harnish II (Patty) of Butler and Rhonda L. Gibson and her husband, James, of Chicora; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Sandy Kepple of Karns City; as well as a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

In addition to his parents, Ron was preceded in death by a daughter, Tina Parsons; a grandson; Jacob; and a brother, John Harnish.

HARNISH — A Mass of Christian burial for Ronald E. “Ron” Harnish, who died Monday, June 28, 2021, will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Mater Dolorosa Roman Catholic Church in Chicora, with the Rev. Matt McClain, pastor of St. Clare of Assisi Parish officiating.

Interment will follow in Hemphill Cemetery, Chicora.

Arrangements are under the direction of Hile Funeral Home, Chicora.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com.