William R. Giovanetti

William R. Giovanetti, 76

William R. Giovanetti, 76, of Brookville, died Monday, April 10, 2023, at his home.

He was born September 1, 1946, in Braddock, a son of the late Anna Lominski and Jack Joseph Giovanetti.

William served in the United States Army during Vietnam from 1966 to 1969

For over twenty-five years, he spent his life with his partner, Mary K. Jenkins, who survives.

William earned his high school diploma and furthered his education at the Rosedale Technical Institute in the Auto Diesel Mechanic curriculum.  He worked as a member of the Operating Engineers Local 66 and held various construction field related jobs throughout his lifetime.  He retired as a Union Mechanic with his last job being for Waste Management in Washington, PA.

He enjoyed hunting, tinkering in his garage, riding his tractor, and spending time with his friends.  He was also a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

In addition to his partner Mary, he is survived by four children, son David Giovanetti and wife Colleen of Leechburg, PA, daughter Kelly Giovanetti  of North Huntington, PA, son Stephen Giovanetti of Church Hill, PA, and daughter Kristy Giovanetti of Washington, PA; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; a sister Louise George and husband Leo of Bonita Springs, FL; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Donald, Bobby and infant Peter Giovanetti, and a sister Marie Smith.

Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at the Deeley Funeral Home, Punxsutawney.

Interment will be in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Bridgeville, PA.

Memorial contributions may be made, in memory of Mr. Giovanetti, to any Veteran’s Organization.

Online condolences may be made at www.deeleyfuneralhome.com.