Richard G. McKita – Charleroi

Richard G. McKita, 76, of Charleroi, died Friday, June 14, 2019, at his home. He was born in Charleroi, on Feb. 10, 1943, son of the late Richard J. and Ann Nantus McKita. Richard was retired from West Penn Power where is worked as a lineman. He was a member of the Italian Club Charleroi and enjoyed watching and spending time with his grandchildren. Richard also enjoyed watching sports, especially the Pittsburgh pro teams. He is survived by his wife, Gay Lynne Edwards McKita; three sons, Richard M. McKita of Charleroi, Gregg (Mishelle) McKita of Speers, and Jason McKita of Luzerne, Pa.; four grandchildren, Richard J., Dominic, Kelsey and Chase McKita; and a sister Patricia Sanino of Indiana. He was preceded in death by a sister, Debbie Kurtis. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 16, 2019, at MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC. 825 Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 17, 2019, with the Rev. Rick Bowser presiding. Interment will follow at Howe Cemetery Long Branch. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to the Charleroi Youth Baseball League. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.