William “Billy” Russo, Jr.
Age 89, of Plum, passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, March 29, 2025. Son of the late William and Marie Russo; beloved husband of the late Helen (Homison); father of Daniel (Sharon) Russo, Sandra (David) Cardinale, Renee (Michael) Rihn, Linda (Kevin) Walker, Kenneth (Sherri) Russo, and the late Kevin Russo; pappy of Michael Hyde, Adam (Emily) Hyde, Kelly (William) Crankshaw, Andrea (Tyler) Stiner, Jacquelin Walker, William (Talyssa) Walker, Vanessa Russo, Morgan (fiancé Joshua Pentin) Rihn, and Sean Rihn; great-grandfather of Sophia, Wyatt, Grant, Selah, Bennett, and Peyton; brother of Edward (Angela) Russo, Shirley (Russ) Biondo, and the late Roberta “Sis” (John) Trainor. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. “Pappy” was the proud owner and operator of his own trucking company. He enjoyed camping with his family, bonfires in the yard, vintage car shows with his ’53 “Vicky”, attending the races at Lernerville Speedway every Friday night, and riding the lawn mower. For those that knew him, he was a well-known and kind hearted gentleman that was always willing to lend a hand when needed. Down time for him was spending time in a garage with the guys. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to a local veteran’s organization of your choice.
Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills on Sunday, April 6, 2025 from 3-7 p.m. and Monday, April 7, 2025 from 10 a.m. until the time of the Blessing Service at 12 p.m.