Ruth C. Tessaro

Obituary of Ruth C. (Campbell) Tessaro

Of North Versailles, age 86, passed to new life on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Ruth was the beloved wife of the late Roger O. Tessaro for over 30 years.

She was the cherished aunt of Ron Kostka of MI, Judy Comunale of North Versailles and David Kostka of CA. In reality, since Ruth raised Judy and David after their own mother died, Ruth has been considered their “mother” too.

Ruth was also valued as the treasured grandmother of John (Allison) Comunale, Chantalle Benz, Abel (Brianna) Comunale and Karla (Brian) Veal.

Ruth is also survived by her great-grandchildren: Hanna, Hayden, Blayze, Helena, Hadley, Hayes, Abel, Jr., Sloane and Mason.

Ruth was a graduate of Muskingum College where she earned her Education Degree. In 1981, she became an elementary teacher in the former Churchill School District prior to its merger into Woodland Hills School District and from where she retired in 1999.

In retirement, she delivered Meals-on Wheels in Monroeville for over 20 years and was an active member of the Norwin Alliance Church. She loved to travel and did so extensively through Europe. Ruth also enjoyed visiting the beach with her family members.

All are welcome on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Tuesday at Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., 700 Linden Ave. at Cable, East Pittsburgh, PA 15112, (412) 824-8800 where a Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday at 12 noon.

Ruth will then be laid to rest in Allegheny County Memorial Park.