William G. Krishan “Bill”

William “Bill” G. Krishan Sr., of Hopwood, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on August 18, 2017.
He was born on April 3, 1929 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania son of the late Stefan and Anna Krishan.
In addition to his parents, preceding him in death was his brother, Edward S. Krishan.
Bill graduated from Uniontown High School in 1948.
He was a veteran of the Korean War having served in the United States Army.
He retired from Columbia Gas of PA after 42 years, and was a life-long member of Saint Mary (Nativity) Catholic Church, and a member of Hopwood AMVETS Post 103.
Bill was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.
He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling, bowling, watching sports.
Surviving are his wife, Gerri (Casteel) Krishan; son, William Krishan Jr. his wife, Rebecca; grand daughters, Kathryn and Caroline, of Gettysburg, Pa.; sister, Martha A. Zapach; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received in DONALD R. CRAWFORD FUNERAL HOME, HOPWOOD, Pa., today 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday until 9:30 a.m. when Prayers of Transfer will be said followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. in Saint Mary (Nativity) Church, Uniontown, with Reverend Father Peter L. Peretti as Celebrant.
Interment will follow in Sylvan Heights Cemetery, Uniontown.
Military Rites and Honors will be accorded by AMVETS Post 103.
Visitation was also held on Sunday, August 20, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Parish Wake Service was held in funeral home on Sunday at 7:30 p.m.
Condolences may be sent by visiting www.donaldrcrawford funeralhome.com