Bertha Barnhart Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Bertha Barnhart of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 3, 2026 at the age of 72. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Bertha leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Robert Jack Maloney and Beverly Bearer (Shobert); her son Paul James Barnhart; and her siblings, Marjorie Barnhart and John Maloney.
She is survived by: her fiancé David Pontious; her children, Charles Edward Barnhart III (Sabrina) of Ridgway, Charlene Bailey (Craig) of Canada, Beverly Williams (Wayne) of St. Marys and William Barnhart of Ridgway; and her siblings, Robert Maloney (Debbie) of North Carolina, Gerald Maloney (Julie) of Kersey and Terry Bowser (Steve) of Ridgway. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren.
