Anthony J. Osip, 89, of McClellandtown, formerly of Everson, passed away Sunday Morning, May 29, 2022, in the Uniontown Hospital.
He was born February 24, 1933 in Everson, the son of the late Anthony and Rose Sochacka Osip, who died October 13, 1966 and October 13, 1977, respectively.
Anthony was a devout Catholic who loved his Church, the Partner Parish of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Everson, where he was a lifelong member, and a longtime member of the choir.
He was a graduate of the former Scottdale Joint High School. He was a retired machinist for Rockwell Meters of Uniontown with 43 years of service. He also was a member of Everson VFW Post #595, where he served as Past Post Commander. Tony enjoyed being involved as a Civil War Buff, making numerous trips to Gettysburg with his wife Lucile.
In Anthony’s younger years he enjoyed playing Golf, Tennis and deep-sea fishing in the ocean.
Anthony was a proud Veteran of the United Sates Navy, serving with the USS Philippine Sea CV47. Tony was the recipient of the United Nations, Korean Service, The Navy Occupation, National Defense, Good Conduct, and China Service Medals. He also attained the rank of Aviation Boats Wains 3rd Class.
Anthony is gone from our lives, but will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
His loving Wife of 22 years, Lucile Constable Osip, whom he married April 8, 2000.
His three Daughters
Andrea Bonivich and Husband Dan of The Villages, Florida
Melissa Parsons and Husband Dan of McClellandtown, PA
Joan Kowing and Husband Matt of Everson, PA
His Grandchildren
Robin and David Bonivich of Florida
Casey Collins and Husband Eric of Farmington, PA.
Ross Kowing of Everson, PA.
In addition to his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by:
Three Sisters; Frances Sitek, Florence J. Wolak, and Helen Siecinski
Five Brothers; Erwin, Louis, Eugene, Chester and Joseph Osip
Two Sisters in Infancy, Ann & Mary Osip
One Brother in Infancy, John Osip
Tony’s family cordially invites family and friends to the Frank Kapr Funeral Home, Inc. 417 Pittsburgh St. Scottdale, Thursday from 2-4 PM and 6-8PM.
Prayers of Transfer will be held Friday at 10:30 AM in the Funeral Home, followed by his Funeral Mass at 11 AM in the Partner Parish of St. Joseph R.C. Church, Everson, with Rev. Elmer Alforque, as Celebrant.
Committal Services and Interment will follow in St. Joseph Parish Cemetery, Everson with full Military Honors Accorded by the Scottdale - Everson Honor Guard at the gravesite.
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