Edward A. Puchko

PUCHKO – Edward A., 86, South Fork, died March 4, 2023. Born October 7, 1936, in South Fork, son of Stephen Sr. and Susan (Hamas) Puchko. Preceded in death by parents, wife, Shirley Ann (McClellan) Puchko, who died March 7, 2018; sisters, Eileen Puchko, Dorothy Thomas, Mary Connelly, and Gloria Hull; and brothers, Stephen Jr., Frank, and John Puchko.

Survived by daughter, Lisa, wife of Ryan Jennings, South Fork; and cherished grandchildren, Griffin and Megan.

Ed retired from the Bethlehem Steel wheel plant after 43 years of service. He was a lifetime member of Dunlo Rod & Gun Club and a past member of the Conemaugh Firemen’s Club. Ed enjoyed snowmobiling, was an avid hunter; and loved days on Raystown Lake with friends and family.

Friends will be received from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Charles O. Dimond Funeral Home, Inc., South Fork.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Michael Catholic Church, Monsignor David Lockard, celebrant.

Committal, Grandview Cemetery.