Elaine M. Burnsworth  – Rostraver Township
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December 18, 2020

Elaine M. Burnsworth – Rostraver Township

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Elaine M. Burnsworth, 61, of Rostraver Township, died Thursday, Dec. 17, 2020. She was born in Pittsburgh on March 23, 1959. Elaine was a successful businesswoman and worked for Motion Industries in Pittsburgh. She enjoyed traveling, especially to the beaches at the Outer Banks. She loved reading, shopping at T.J. Maxx and antiquing with her sister. She is survived by her son, Benjamin R. Burnsworth of Belle Vernon; daughter, Bradleigh M. Burnsworth of Rostraver; mother, Audrey Rankin of Rostraver; and sisters, Patty Martin of Rostraver, Joyce (Eric) Bell of Rostraver and Karen (Jeff) Vitale of Allison Park. She was preceded in death by her father, William H. Rankin; sister, Marcy Lee Zebrak; and niece, Audra Lee Zebrak. Per Elaine’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements entrusted to JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 580 Circle Drive, Rostraver Township, 724-929-7934, www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com.

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