Ruth E. (McDonough) Downing Obituary
Ruth E. (McDonough) Downing of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania passed away on July 17, 2026. Ruth, born on November 8, 1938, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth E. (McDonough) Downing to show support.
Ruth will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Ruth will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Ruth’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Oliver Altvater and Mary Altvater (Best); her siblings, John Altvater (Buck) and Betty Ann Ruch (David Downing); and her husband David Downing.
She is survived by: her former husband Ed McDonough.
