Hugh G. McRandal

McRANDAL HUGH G.
Longtime O'Hara Township resident, Hugh Gerald McRandal, died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008, at the age of 81 at the Villa St. Joseph in Baden, Beaver County, PA. Son of the late John and Assunta (Iurlano) McRandal, he was born on Sept. 2, 1927, in Lawrenceville, and lived most of his life in O'Hara Township. He grew up in the Montrose Hill area of the township and raised his family on nearby Powers Run. Hugh, known to family and friends as "Hutch", is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Roseann (Larbig) McRandal, his children Hugh G. McRandal Jr. of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, Nancy (Dennis) DiMartini of Center Twp., Beaver county, and John W. McRandal of O'Hara Twp., and two beloved grandchildren, Amanda and Ellen DiMartini. Also mourning his loss are a large extended family, and most particularly, his brothers John McRandal of Springdale and August (Carole) McRandal of O'Hara Twp. He was preceded in death by one brother Alfonso McRandal. Having served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, Hugh was a proud graduate of both Aspinwall High School and the University of Pittsburgh. An avid athlete in his youth, he was a member of the famed 1943 Aspinwall football team, and secured his college education through an athletic scholarship from the university. He was associated with the plumbing and heating industry in the Pittsburgh area for over 40 years, forging an outstanding career in sales with Pittsburgh Plumbing & Heating Supply Corp. A golfer and sports enthusiast, Hugh was a season ticket holder and fan of the Pittsburgh Panthers, Steelers and Penguins. Active in his community, he devoted two decades to running the Powers Run Civic Association Friday night basketball program where "Coach McRandal's" no-nonsense attitude was legendary. Hugh was also active in his church having served on its parish council. A life loyal Sigma Chi and 50 year member of American Legion Post #77, Hugh will be remembered by all who knew him for his positive perspective, zest for living, generous and courteous nature, can-do demeanor and wholehearted devotion to his wife and family. He was well-loved and will be greatly missed. Friends will be received from 7-9pm Saturday and 2-4 and 7-9pm Sunday at the THOMAS M. SMITH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, LTD., 930 Center Avenue, Blawnox, 15238 where prayers will be recited Monday morning at 9:15 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Edward Church at 10 o'clock. In lieu of flowers the family respectfully suggests memorial contributions to Villa St. Joseph, 1030 State St., Baden, PA 15005.
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