STEPHEN "STEVE" GERSON
GERSON
STEPHEN "STEVE"
On Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Loving father of Synthia (Eric Casaburro) Gerson and Laura (Phillip) Silverman. Son of the late Meyer and Sylvia Gerson. Brother of Dr. Larry (Barbara) Gerson and Rose (Irwin Harris) Gerson. Grandfather of Addison, Cameron and Ari Silverman and Ian Casaburro. Stepson of the late Lucille Gerson. Stepbrother of Rabbi Norman (Andrea) Cohen, Marilyn (Dr. Jerry) Lipson, Mila (Andy) Paul and Larry Cohen. Also survived by nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
Steve was a graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School in 1965 and Penn State University in 1969. His journey in the sign industry began shortly after graduation. Some of his most notable projects were the Heinz Ketchup bottle, the main entrance sign at the Pittsburgh International Airport and the main marquee at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College. He was a former vice president of Beth El Synagogue, ZOA and Community Day School.
Services at RALPH SCHUGAR CHAPEL INC., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 11 A.M. Visitation one hour prior to service, 10 A.M. - 11 A.M. Interment Kether Torah Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Shadyside Hospital and the Hillman Cancer Center. Steve passed away from medical complications following a prolonged illness. Contributions may be made to Tree of Life Congregation, P.O. Box 5273, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, or a charity of the donor's choice.
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Send Flowers: When Is the Ordering Deadline?
ANY DAY OF THE WEEK
Order any time up till the day before
MON-FRI Order by 2:00PM
SAT & SUN Order by noon
TUES-SAT
Order by 3:00PM
The day before
SAT & SUN Order by Saturday
Note: These are general guidelines; some florists may not be able to operate within these timelines. During peak periods such as Valentine’s Day, Memorial Day and most holidays, florists are not always able to keep up to demand. Tribute will contact you if there are any issues.
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