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Andrew “Butch” Szoyka

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Andrew ‘Butch’ Szoyka, age 69, of Nemacolin, Pennsylvania died unexpectedly on Saturday, September 19, 2015 in his home.

He was born in Franklin Township, Greene County, Pa., on Saturday, August 24, 1946 a son of George Szoyka Sr. and Josephine (DeLuca) Szoyka.

Mr. Szoyka was a 1964 graduate of Carmichaels High School and went on to earn his teaching degree from California University of Pennsylvania (formerly California State College).

He worked in Special Education for the Intermediate Unit One for 38 years in various schools throughout Greene, Fayette and Washington counties, and retired in 2003.

Mr. Szoyka was an avid sports fan, especially the Pittsburgh Pirates, Pittsburgh Steelers and the Pittsburgh Penguins.

He was member of the Clarksville Area Lions Club for many years.

Mr. Szoyka was known for his love of dogs — especially his beloved Burdie and Lucy.

Deceased are his parents; two sisters, Jeannine Colvin and Patricia Szoyka; two step brothers, Earl Szoyka and George Szoyka Jr.

Surviving are his step sister, Lynn ‘Ruth’ Bartley of Ohio; his devoted nephew, Richard N. Nelson and his wife Marlene of Nemacolin; and his great nephews: Jeremy Nelson and Garrett Nelson.

Family and friends are welcome Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the YOSKOVICH FUNERAL HOME (724.966.5500), Martin J. Yoskovich, Funeral Director, 300 South Vine Street (Route 88), Carmichaels, Pa., where the Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Aarons Minister Zane Mitchell will officiate.

The family suggests donations be made to the Greene County Humane Society, 183 Jefferson Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370.

For additional information and to sign the online Guest Book, please visit www.YoskovichFH.com

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