Rhoda Barnett Gefsky
GEFSKY: Rhoda Barnett Gefsky: “Wherever she was, there was Eden.” On Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Beloved wife of Jay Gefsky for over 72 years. Cherished mother of James, who did everything for her and always made her laugh. Also grandson, David Gefsky and sister Bernita Barnett (Alex Ahart). Rhoda was born Nov. 14, 1933, to Mollie and Allan Barnett. She grew up in Oakland and Squirrel Hill. She graduated from Taylor Allderdice High School in 1951 and then attended the University of Pittsburgh where she was a member of Phi Sigma Sigma sorority. She loved reading, playing cards and mahjong and looked forward to spending winters in Florida. Services and interment were private. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc. schugar.com PJC
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