Ruth M. (Inks) Peterson

Ruth M. (Inks) Peterson, age 73, of Clairton, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026 in Jefferson Hospital. She was a member of Pine Run United Methodist Church in Clairton. Born January 15, 1953 in McKeesport, she was a daughter of the late Samuel Inks Sr. and the late Audrey (Whyel) Inks, and wife of the late Ronald E. “Pete” Peterson. She is survived by her son, Nicholas A. (Micaela) Peterson of East McKeesport; sisters, Ramona Ohm of Clairton and Tammy Garrity of Lake City; brothers, Sam Inks of Jefferson Hills and Carl Inks of Glassport; also, nieces, nephews and numerous friends. No visitation or services are planned. Arrangements by the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, Elizabeth.

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