Irene Susan Ritenour, 69

of Scottdale passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2025 in Independence Health System's Frick Hospital, Mount Pleasant. Irene, who was affectionately known as "Poor Irene", was born on March 2, 1956 in Mount Pleasant, a daughter of the late Marie Mae (Koshara) Ozoroski, who passed away on September 21, 2019.

Irene was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister. A dedicated caregiver to many elderly residents throughout the Scottdale area, she spent many hours tending to those in need and developed bonding relationships with their families. Irene graduated from Southmoreland High School, Class of 1975 and was an avid purchaser of PA lottery tickets!

Irene will be sadly missed by her loving family; her son, Russell S. Ritenour and his wife Brenda of Scottdale; her three grandchildren, Michelle Falla, Russell S. Ritenour Jr. and wife Kylee, and Emily Cunningham and husband Duncan; her two great grandchildren, Everly and Brycen Ritenour; her sister, Marjorie Warrick; her two brothers, Joseph Ozoroski and wife Vicki, and John Ozoroski; numerous nieces and nephews; her special friend, Sally Jamison; and her dear friends at ParMar-Marathon. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her step-father, Joseph M. Ozoroski (4/24/07); her brother, Richard Ozoroski (4/12/97); her former husband, Russell Aller Ritenour; and her special friends, Robert Weisel and Peggy Workman.

Personalized arrangements are under the professional supervision of the ROBERT B. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME, 105 SPRING STREET, SCOTTDALE (www.fergusonfunerals.com). Family and friends will be received from 3-7 PM Monday in the funeral home chapel followed by a time of sharing facilitated by Bobby Hall. Memorial donations to benefit the family can be directed to the funeral home.

Love Lasts Forever!