In Memoriam: Frankie Turner

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Frankie Turner, who, for the last 18 years, was a dedicated employee of Wilkinsburg Public Library, more recently working in the Children’s Library and Eastridge Branch Library. Ms. Turner, or Ms. Frankie as she was more commonly known, died on the evening of Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at UPMC Shadyside, following a short illness. She was 83 years old. 

For years, Ms. Frankie led the library’s popular weekly Crochet Corner program, through which she shared her passion for crochet, passing on her technique to a younger generation of talented crafters. She was a beloved member of the Wilkinsburg community and a friend to many, who cherished her unmatched wit, extraordinary sense of style, and infectious smile. The weight of her loss is incalculable.

A viewing will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at West Funeral Home, located at 2215 Wylie Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15219. The funeral service will take place directly following the viewing, at 11:30 AM.

WPL & Queen’s Gambit

We have partnered with Queen’s Gambit since December, and our Chess Night program has been very successful. Check out Queen’s Gambit’s blog and the awesome post about our partnership.

Library Board Seeks Candidates

Thanks for your interest! The application period is closed, as of Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Map of Wilkinsburg borough wards

The Wilkinsburg Public Library Board of Directors’ mission is to provide the community with an effective, expanding free public library service, and to create and encourage public interest in the library.

The board is seeking two new members, one from Ward 2 and one from Ward 3 of Wilkinsburg, to help fulfill that mission.

The members consist of two representatives from each of the three wards in the borough, a representative of the borough council, and the library director. The board strives to be representative of our diverse community.  

If you are interested in serving your community through volunteering with the WPL board, please send an email to wilkinsburghelp@gmail.com with the subject line “Library Board” and a brief introduction/explanation of interest and someone will be in contact with you soon. Thank you.