Barclay Hill Reamer

Barclay Hill Reamer, “Shorty”, 89 of Arona died the morning of Monday April 3, 2023 surrounded by his family.  He was born on July 25, 1933 in his family’s home in Arona, one of eight children to the late Ray and Mary (Steiner) Reamer.  Shorty was a graduate of Sewickley High School, and went on to serve in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and was a proud veteran. A man who believed in taking pride in hard work, he became an electrician, taught by his father, and retired from U. S. Steel Christy Park Works in McKeesport. A tremendous father and most cherished grandfather, he was tough, headstrong and determined, even cutting down trees and climbing onto roofs into his 80’s. He loved a good cigar, planted beautiful vegetable gardens, and was an avid birdwatcher.  Shorty loved his family and his community, serving on Arona Borough Council for many years. He will be remembered for his distinct unapologetic personality.

Shorty is survived by his children; Melissa Reamer, B. Lamont Reamer, and Jessie Riggleman (Kenneth); his grandchildren Joshua Bierer, Mandy Bompiani (William), Zayn Abidi, Dimitri Smith, Morgan Riggleman, and Aaron Riggleman; great granddaughter Juliet Bompiani; siblings Ross Reamer (Frieda) and Sally Lash; and many nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents he is predeceased by his siblings; Allen, Evelyn, Nancy, Mary Alice, and Ray.  Per Shorty’s wishes all services with be private and entrusted to ASHLEY D. X. NYE CREMATION CARE & FUNERAL HOME INC. 408 Depot St. Youngwood.  In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Arona United Methodist Church. To share an online memory or condolence for Shorty please visit www.nyefuneralhome.com

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