Obituary for Jerome Joseph "Jerry" Barney
Jerome Joseph (Jerry) Barney, 88, died peacefully at home on November 14, 2019. He was born on July 8, 1931 in Pittsburgh, the son of John Joseph and Lillian Barney. He proudly served in the United States Naval Reserves in the 1950’s.
Jerry graduated from North Catholic High School in 1949 and began working for USX later that year. While attending Duquesne University, he worked his way from the mailroom to the International Sales Department and was often recognized for his dependability and efficiency. He successfully transitioned into a second career in real estate in the 1980’s, owning Pittsburgh South Real Estate and later as an Associate Broker for Keller Williams. Jerry was a member of the Circle of Excellence and was known for his integrity and outstanding service to his clients.
Jerry will be remembered as an honorable man with a great sense of humor, a good neighbor, and a trusted friend who always considered others before himself.
In 1988, he married Jenny Moyer and they enjoyed 31 wonderful years together.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his grandson Pierce Jackson, his infant nephew Kaleb Sanford, his brother Jack Barney, his nephew RC Schnebelen and his former wife Mimi Barney.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife Jenny, his children, Suzanne (Michael) Jackson, Nancy Williams, Richard (Kristie) Barney, and son-in-law David Williams and six beautiful grandchildren: Kaity Jackson, Kaylee Williams, Kelsey Williams, Colin Williams, Caden Williams, and Dillon Barney, his sister, Mary Schnebelen, and a brother-in-law, David (Deda) Moyer. Also surviving, a close niece Lindsey (Kurt) Sandford and great niece and buddy Peyton, great nephews Bryce and Ethan and by his nephew by heart Adam Blank. He also leaves behind, several nieces and nephews and very close friends. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 on Tuesday 2-4PM & 6-8PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday 10AM in St. Benedict the Abbot Church. Entombment to follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com
Jerry graduated from North Catholic High School in 1949 and began working for USX later that year. While attending Duquesne University, he worked his way from the mailroom to the International Sales Department and was often recognized for his dependability and efficiency. He successfully transitioned into a second career in real estate in the 1980’s, owning Pittsburgh South Real Estate and later as an Associate Broker for Keller Williams. Jerry was a member of the Circle of Excellence and was known for his integrity and outstanding service to his clients.
Jerry will be remembered as an honorable man with a great sense of humor, a good neighbor, and a trusted friend who always considered others before himself.
In 1988, he married Jenny Moyer and they enjoyed 31 wonderful years together.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his grandson Pierce Jackson, his infant nephew Kaleb Sanford, his brother Jack Barney, his nephew RC Schnebelen and his former wife Mimi Barney.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife Jenny, his children, Suzanne (Michael) Jackson, Nancy Williams, Richard (Kristie) Barney, and son-in-law David Williams and six beautiful grandchildren: Kaity Jackson, Kaylee Williams, Kelsey Williams, Colin Williams, Caden Williams, and Dillon Barney, his sister, Mary Schnebelen, and a brother-in-law, David (Deda) Moyer. Also surviving, a close niece Lindsey (Kurt) Sandford and great niece and buddy Peyton, great nephews Bryce and Ethan and by his nephew by heart Adam Blank. He also leaves behind, several nieces and nephews and very close friends. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. Friends and Family are welcome at 2828 Washington Rd., McMurray, 724-941-3211 on Tuesday 2-4PM & 6-8PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday 10AM in St. Benedict the Abbot Church. Entombment to follow in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice. Please add or view tributes at www.beinhauer.com