Gay Lynne McKita – Charleroi

Gay Lynne McKita, 78, of Charleroi, passed away at home, with her family at her side, on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. Born in Roscoe on Feb. 19, 1945, she was the daughter of Harry “Bud” and Dolores Petrick Edwards. Gay Lynne enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. What she enjoyed most in life was being with her grandchildren. She is survived by her son, Richard M. McKita of Charleroi; her four grandchildren, Richard J., Dominic, Kelsey and Chase; and her brother, Michael Edwards of Long View, Texas. Gay Lynne was preceded in death by her husband, Richard G. McKita; and two sons, Gregg and Jason McKita. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024, at MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC., 825 Fallowfield Ave., Charleroi, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024, with the Rev. Brian Carroll presiding. Interment will follow at Howe Cemetery in Coal Center. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.