Andrew J. Katrinak

Andrew J. Katrinak

Andrew Katrinak Obituary

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Katrinak, Andrew J.Andrew Joseph Katrinak, 88, of Bethlehem, died on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Blough Healthcare Center in Bethlehem. He was born in Bethlehem son of the late Martin and Theresa (Novotney) Katrinak. He was the loving husband of the late Veronica Barbara Katrinak. Andrew worked as a general foreman for Bethlehem Steel for over 30 years retiring in 1981. He was a parishioner of Incarnation of Our Lord Parish in Bethlehem. Andrew served his country in US Marines during the Korean War. He was an avid bowler and basketball player. Survivors: He will be lovingly remembered by his son, Andrew Katrinak of Colorado and daughter, Barbara, wife of Gary Verser of Virginia; and a sister, Theresa Svajka of Bethlehem. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Alex Martin Katrinak; brother, Francis S. Katrinak; and sisters, Margaret Katrinak, Anna Anderko, Mary Pingyar, and Rose Dzierbicki. Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am Saturday January 24, 2015 at Incarnation of Our Lord Parish 617 Pierce St. Bethlehem, Pa. 18015. A viewing will be held from 9-10am at the church. Burial will be held at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Cemetery. Contributions: In Lieu of flowers Memorial Contributions may be made to Incarnation of Our Lord Parish or the School Sisters of St. Francis 395 Bridle Path Rd. Bethlehem, Pa. 18017. Send online condolences to: www.connellfuneral.com.

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January 24, 2015

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August 6, 2015

Andy, Sorry to hear about all the losses you have had, i also have been through alot, you had talked about CO, hope life is stable now. Maria

January 26, 2015

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Bob Massa

Cynthia Hoch

January 24, 2015

Dear Barb and Andy, so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Your cousin Cindy

Cynthia Hoch

January 24, 2015

Dear Barb and Andy, so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Your cousin Cindy

Terry Katrinak

January 24, 2015

Pop Katrinak what a wonderful, giving and loving man. You have such a beautiful soul and will be deeply missed. May you enjoy your glorious mansion in heaven that is well deserved. With much love and respect Terry ??

Shelly Pingyar

January 24, 2015

Always such a sweet and kind man! Fly with the angels Uncle Andy.

Wiley family

January 23, 2015

May he rest in peace. Condolences to the family.

January 22, 2015

God bless!

Pam Stevens

January 22, 2015

Uncle Andy you will missed thank you for all the joy and happiness you brought to my life you were the best. Love Pam

January 22, 2015

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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