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Martin Opyrchal Obituary
January 21, 1929 - February 10, 2022
Charlotte, North Carolina - Martin Anthony "Marty" Opyrchal, 93, of Charlotte, passed away February 10, 2022. Born January 21, 1929 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he was the beloved son of the late Stanley and Victoria Tomezkiwic Opyrchal. Marty was extremely patriotic and proud to have served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was known for his quick wit, kindness and unfailing devotion to his family and faith. Marty would never leave without putting a smile on your face.
Marty is survived by his three children: Jerry Opyrchal and his wife, Virginia, Michael Opyrchal, and Mary Ann Opyrchal; grandchildren: Elicia, Leah, Joshua, Christina, Isaac, Luke, and Justin; great grandchildren: Shadaisha, Trinity, Elijah, Noah, Jamie, Rosalie and Fern; and many more loving family and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jeannie Cratty Opyrchal; and brothers: Walter, Joseph and Henry.
The family will receive friends at 1:00PM with a Funeral Mass to be held at 2:00PM at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 6828 Old Reid Road Charlotte. Interment will follow at Sharon Memorial Park, Charlotte.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marty's name to Missionaries of Charity www.motherteresa.org/missionaries-of-charity.
Online condolences may be made at www.HankinsandWhittington.com.
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