ST. ESPRIT TANYA Age 52, of Beaver, passed away March 31, 2014, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Heritage Valley, Beaver, peacefully and surrounded by her family. Born January 19, 1962, in New York City, NY, she was a daughter of the late George and Ruth (Garland) Lesko, and had been a resident of Beaver since 1999. A single mom who raised four children, she graduated from Sewickley Academy and received a degree in Computer Information Systems in 1999. A brilliant, award winning senior .net developer, she had a passion for writing code. Recognized as a world class programmer, she was awarded a Gartner Award for Excellence in 2004, and was nominated for a Pgh. Addy Award for her work with Tom Savini. She wrote the software for the media rich sports exhibit documenting Western PA's rich athletic heritage at the Heinz History Center. Always keeping herself current with the latest technologies, she spent her time mentoring junior developers. Most recently she was employed by Pocket Nurse in Monaca. Her passion for computer programming enabled her to travel to India. She loved gardening, her beloved Doberman, Cid, and spending time with her family. Preceding her in death, beside her parents, was her husband, Joseph Guy St. Esprit, Jr. in 1993, whom she married in 1979. She is survived by her sons, Joseph Guy St. Esprit III and Aaron George St. Esprit; daughters, Jesslyn Ann St. Esprit and Annalise Marie St. Esprit; granddaughters, Alyssa Tanya Corso, Adalynn Michelle St. Esprit, and Alina Carolynn St. Esprit; aunt, Judy Garland Lester; nieces, Sammy and Sharin Lesko; sister-in-law, Colleen (Bob) St. Esprit Haney; niece, Kayla Haney; nephew, Andre Haney; brother-in-law, James (Mary) St. Esprit; and nephews, Justin, Jared and Josh St. Esprit. Friends will be received Sunday from 3 p.m. until time of service at 6 p.m. in the NOLL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 333 Third St., Beaver. Private interment will be in the Beaver Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Pittsburgh Race for the Cure, 1133 South Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15218. Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb