Kathy H. Bayer

June 15, 1950 - March 24, 2021

Bayer, Kathy H. "Kate" After a brief and intense battle with pancreatic cancer, Kathy "Kate" Bayer (formerly of Mt. Pleasant) of the Lawrenceville section of Pittsburgh passed away peacefully at home on March 24th, 2021 at the age of 70. Kate was a beloved member of the Lawrenceville community, having co-founded the Lawrenceville Hospitality Association and having chaired the annual Lawrenceville house tour for more than a decade. She spent her working career with Milestone Centers, Inc. working to enhance the lives of many local adults with disabilities. Kate is preceded in death by her parents Ella Jane Hoke and Samuel Eugene Hoke, Jr. She is survived by her husband Josh; brother and sister in law, Stephen Bayer and Beth Schiro; two daughters, Leah Bayer and Rachel Bayer (Adam Stiska) and four grandchildren, Morgan Johnke, Dayne Johnke, Samantha Stiska and Veronika "Ro-Ro" Stiska. Kate's love for her family extended to her Terriers, Rexy and Teddy (deceased). Current arrangements are private. More information on a life celebration will be forthcoming on the funeral home web site. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lawrenceville United, Lawrenceville Hospitality Association or Because You Care Pet Rescue in McKean, PA. Professional Services trusted to D'ALESSANDRO FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY, LTD., Lawrenceville. www.dalessandroltd.com