Betty Z. Gerle, age 86, of Harmony, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 16, 2024, in McCandless, Pennsylvania. She was born on October 1, 1937 in Yukon, PA and was the daughter of the late Joseph Zakutney and Mary Mordavanets Zakutney. Betty, also known as GG, was a loving mother and grandmother.
Betty graduated from High School in 1955 and furthered her education at Grace Martin Secretarial School. She dedicated nearly 40 years of her life as a Taxpayer Service Representative for the Internal Revenue Service, retiring in 1995. She was known for her dedication and commitment to her work and earned many awards during her career.
Throughout her life Betty enjoyed traveling, bowling, golfing, sewing, and especially playing Rummikub with her family. She was a member of the Slovene National Benefit Society and cherished the moments spent with her loved ones.
She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Marybeth C. Strauch (Michael); grandsons, Cooper and Carson; brother, Joseph Zakutney (Agnes); sister-in-law, Emma Jean Zakutney, as well as numerous other family members and friends. Betty was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Nardozzi; husband, Teddy E. Gerle; and brother, Richard J. Zakutney.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, American Cancer Society, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, American Lung Association, Habitat for Humanity, or Maryknoll Society.
Friends are welcomed to the H.P. Brandt Funeral Home 1032 Perry Hwy Pittsburgh Pa 15237 on Thursday, May 23, 2024, from 6-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Teresa Of Avila Church Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish 1000 Avila Court Pittsburgh PA 15237 on May 24, 2024, at 10:30AM with Father Bob Miller Officiating. PLEASE MEET AT THE FUNERAL HOME AT 9:45AM
Betty will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and zest for life. May she rest in eternal peace.
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