Barbara A. Strucker – Port Vue
Barbara A. Strucker, age 84, of Port Vue, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 27, 2021. Beloved wife of 61 years to John R. Strucker, loving mother of Denice and David Pazuchanics, devoted Grammie of Alexander and Michelle Pazuchanics and Nicholas Pazuchanics, daughter of the late George and Mildred Beck, and sister of Paul (Evelyn) Beck, Helen (Ray) Brown, Jay (Cynthia) Beck and the late Marie (Fred) Wilson, Joe (Joan) Beck, Bill (survived by Emma) Beck, Ruth (Joe) Lucas, Rosemae (Jack) Bowers, Angie (survived by Bill) Doherty, George Beck, Bruce (survived by Janet) Beck and Anna Marie (John) Wheeler. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Barbara was honored to be a graduate of St. Francis nursing school in Bloomfield. She worked as a registered nurse at McKeesport Hospital for over 30 years, in both the behavioral health unit and then as a medical surgical nurse. She was an avid supporter of the Port Vue Athletic Association – cheering on her husband’s beloved Blue Rock teams, working in the concession stand, or coaching her own girls softball teams. The community of friends that formed there became her extended family. Barb became a professional fan of her grandchildren. She was thrilled to watch many live performances, concerts and high school musicals and tried to not miss any of them. She watched many soccer, volleyball and basketball games as well, not exactly a quiet fan – she was especially helpful if a referee missed a call. In recent years, Barbara most loved spending time with her family. She taught all of us the value of friendships and being passionate about your beliefs. She was generous with her time and talents to many local organizations and always available to anyone who needed her. Her sense of humor and colorful language will be greatly missed by those who loved and knew her. Friends will be received at the JOHN F. SLATER FUNERAL HOME INC., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood, PA 15227, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at which time a funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Pennsylvania Chapter, 2835 E. Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Please send condolences to www.johnfslater.com.
