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Edward L. Stebick | 83
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Edward L. Stebick, 83, of St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at Penn Highlands DuBois.
He was born September 14, 1940, in St. Marys, son of the late Alfred Stebick, Sr. and Geraldine Kreckel Stebick. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1958. He was employed at Powdered Metal Products for 42 years and was a parishioner of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He was a sacristan at the church and was a devout and loving Christian throughout his life.
On February 4, 1961, in Sacred Heart Church, Ed married Patricia “Patty” Vollmer. They were blessed to share 62 years of marriage and were very much looking forward to celebrating their 63rd anniversary in a few days.
In addition to his loving wife, Ed is survived by his children: Blaine Stebick (Cynthia) of St. Marys, Barb McDermott (John) of Vandergrift, PA, Matt Stebick (Kim) of Waterford, PA, and Nick Stebick, (Brooke) of Ohioville, PA; eight grandchildren: DJ Bucher (Teryn), Maggie Dylewski (Gabe), Beau McDermott (Destiny), Kate, Elise, Kevin, Ben, and Chris Stebick; three great-grandchildren: Landyn, Finley, and Coleson Bucher; and a sister, Christine “Teenie” Stebick.
In addition to his parents, Ed was preceded in death by three sisters: Nadine Facchine, Kathleen Eckert, and Joan Herzing; and three brothers: Leroy, Alfred, Jr., and Kenneth Stebick; a niece, Stephanie Lecker-Garner, and a nephew, Donny Stebick.
Ed had the bluest eyes that twinkled with devilment. His charm lived in his love of teasing everyone he knew and he certainly was accomplished at it which resulted in laughter everywhere he went. He was truly a fun-loving guy. Ed enjoyed polka music, working with his boys, and camping in the wilderness. He was a friend to all and if one were to ever pass by the house, they would certainly expect a wave from Ed sitting on the porch. There was no place like home for Ed, especially when his children and grandchildren were around. He, along with Patty, took great pride in their family and instilled the value of an education in them as their four children all graduated from Penn State and each having an impact in their respective fields as engineers. Family was above everything else in Ed’s life but he sure seemed happiest while mowing his lawn and “surveying his kingdom”. His Taft Road Kingdom was home to 25 years of road-parties that were loved and enjoyed by all who attended.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Monday, January 29, 2024 at 10:00AM with the Rev. Thomas More Sikora, OSB, celebrating. The Mass will be streamed on the St. Mary’s Church YouTube Channel, www.youtube.com/@stmarysparish1411 . Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Sunday, January 28, 2024 from 4:00PM until 7:00PM.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.
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Dear Patty and children and Teenie
I’m so very sorry to hear about Ed’s passing. He was a very special man to me and I am blessed to have fabulous memories with him. RIP ED, you will be missed terribly.
You all are in our prayers and thoughts
God Bless you all
Patty, my deepest sympathy for you and your family. Shirley Jordan
Blaine and Family, We were so sorry to hear about your dad. May the beautiful memories of his life keep your hearts at peace.
Our deepest sympathies,
Mike and Terri Stucky
Blaine & Cynthia, our condolences to you & your family. May your many memories comfort you now & in the future. Love to you & your family.
Dear Patty, Teenie and family:
I was deeply saddened upon reading of Ed’s passing. He was truly a prime example of optimism, while enjoying life! I appreciated the confidence he had in me over the many years. However, my first memory of Ed was when we were introduced as teammates on a recreational volleyball team back in the mid 70’s.
Dwell on the good times and his many accomplishments. May nothing but his good thoughts and memories continue…Celebrate the life he lived.
Take care, Randall Kurtz, DC
Denise and I would like to extend our deepest condolences. May the Lord comfort and provide peace to each of you, now and going forward.
So sorry
Nothing I can say will take away the pain you’re experiencing. Just want you to know that I’m praying with you, and I share in your sadness.
Dear Patty and family,
So sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. He was one of the nicest men, I ever met. We had many good laughs, when Nick and Jeff were in school together, and we run into each other at school functions!
He has certainly earned a place in Heaven. He will be sadly missed.
Please tell Nick, the Dietz’s send him their sympathy also!
So sorry for your loss. Sending condolences as you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Dean, Mary, & Ryan Hanes