Howard Kubitz
January 12, 2026

HOWARD KUBITZ: On Monday, January 12, 2026. Beloved husband of 62 years of Ethel Kubitz. Loving father of Jenifer Ann Fisch (Stephen) and Shari Dana Kubitz. Son of the late Rose and Paul Kubitz. Brother of the late Donald Jay Kubitz (Rosalee Szabo). Uncle of Laura Szabo-Kubitz, Philip Borcover, and Lee Mark, and beloved grand-niece Sloane. Howard grew up in Squirrel Hill, was a graduate of Taylor Allderdice High School and Robert Morris College. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. Howard was a member and past president of New Light Congregation and volunteered with the Jewish War Veterans. He was an avid sports fan, especially of the Steelers and the Pirates. One of his favorite memories of his youth was meeting Babe Ruth when they were both on their way to Forbes Field. Howard was a life-long dog lover; he loved when his neighbors brought Charlie and Bentley to visit. He also looked forward to visits from friends and neighbors and sharing stories about his life. Services at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 1:30 PM. Visitation one hour prior to services (12:30 - 1:30 PM). Interment Beth Shalom Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to New Light Congregation (https://newlightcongregation.org/donations/) or a charity of your choice. www.schugar.com

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My deepest condolences to the entire Kubitz family.

By Shelley Tavis - January 15, 2026

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I’m deeply sorry for your loss. I hope the gathering of those who loved him and who you love brings some solace and peace in this time. You are my thoughts.

By Joe Stafura - January 15, 2026

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Dear Ethel and the entire Kubitz family. We are deeply sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband, father and family man. May Hashem comfort you all with the other mourners in Tziyon and Yerushalayim and may you all be blessed with long life and simcha.

By Yisroel and Keren Leeds - January 15, 2026

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Deepest condolences, Ethel, Jennifer, and Shari. Howard was a kind man.

By Nancy and Sheldon Dan - January 15, 2026

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Howard "Howie" as I joked was an amazing man I had the privilege of knowing for 53 years. I have such fond memories growing up with him in my life, from watching him pour over piles of paperwork, playing with Licorice, special tuna melt lunches Ethel made with a Pirate game on in the background, running down the stairs from watching Grease for the 100th time with his girls and even the lingering smell of a pipe he just smoked. He always took time to talk with my kids creating a special bond with Rick and that always stood out to me in such a loving way. I want to thank Jennifer and Shari for sharing their dad with me and allowing me to see how wonderful he was. I have no words that can express the loss we all feel with you and how truly saddened we are.

By Fran, Rick and Riley - January 14, 2026

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Dear Mrs. Kubitz, Jenifer, Shari, and the Kubitz Family: I am sorry on the passing of your beloved husband, father, and uncle, Howard. I remember him when you visited your loved ones at Machsikei Hadas Cemetery yearly. May he be remembered for a blessing. Sincerely, Steven Santman

By Steven Santman - January 14, 2026

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Dear Ethel, Jenifer, and Shari, Our deepest condolences. Howard was such a kind man amd we will miss him. Love cousins Nancy and Sheldon Dan

By Nancy and Sheldon Dan - January 14, 2026

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Dear Ethel, So sorry to hear about Howard. Please give my condolences to Jennifer and Sherry. We go back many years and had many good times together. Hope the good memories will be a comfort to you now. Love, Natalie

By Natalie Faleder - January 14, 2026

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Our deepest condolences . May his memories be for a blessing. He was a great neighbor on Phillips ave and a friend to our family.

By The Rosenbloom Family - January 14, 2026

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Dear Ethel, Jenifer, Shari and Kubitz family, Condolences on the passing of Howard. He was a presence at New Light services, where I recognized him. It sounds like he was a wonderful husband, father, and all-around mensch. May your happy memories of him be a blessing.

By Jonathan Nadle - January 14, 2026

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