Ronald E. Atherton

Heaven gained an angel on October 7, 2016. Ronald E Atherton  78, of Jeannette, owner of Atherton’s Tree Service, went home to be with his heavenly Father. Born August 29, 1938, he is the son of the late Ralph Atherton and Janetta Atherton, who still survives. His is survived by his wife, Glenna, five children Linda (Michael) Keener, Robert (Suzi) Atherton, Roger (Kathleen) Atherton, Gwendolyn (David) Thornhill, Ronald Jr Atherton. He is also survived by a sister, Kathy (Deric) Powell, 2 sisters-in-law Barbara and Gloria, 3 step children Max (Holly) Van Hyning, Jennifer (John) Davis, Brad (Amy) Van Hyning, 19 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by brothers, Donald and Richard.

Ronald was active in the Church of God as a Sunday school teacher, youth leader, and a camp counselor, where he impacted many lives. He loved Jesus and was known to model his faith in joy to any who came into contact with him. He loved to sing about his Lord, and his joy was contagious.

He was a Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan and enthusiastically enjoyed watching the games.

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebratory memorial service October 22, 2016 at noon at Cornerstone Ministries, 2200 Cornerstone Ln, Export, PA 15632, with a time of greeting starting at 11.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Cornerstone Ministries memo-marked for Westmoreland Food Bank.

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