EDWARD T. "TOM" KALINA

KALINA EDWARD T. "TOM"

Of North Huntingdon, age 94, on Friday, October 12, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Margaret "Peg" Derzak for 47 years; survived by brother Calvin (Joy) Kalina of Irwin; preceded in death by brothers, Robert and Francis Steve; and sister, Velma Skinner; loving uncle of the late Clint Rudy and Darlene Zoretich; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Tom was a proud 1942 graduate of Turtle Creek High School. Following high school, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps, where he earned the rank of Corporal. During WWII, Tom spent time in the Mariana Islands, and most specifically Okinawa. Tom worked as a conductor for Union Railroad for over 30 years before retiring. After retirement, Tom and his loving wife, Peg, traveled extensively, visiting a total of 56 countries together. Tom devoted 24 years of his life to keeping Route 30 in North Huntingdon "litter free." Memorial contributions may be made to Calvin Presbyterian Church, 260 Maus Dr., Irwin, PA 15642, or to any local animal shelter. Friends welcome Monday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, Turtle Creek/ Monroeville Chapel, 1111 Monroeville Ave. at James St., Turtle Creek 412-823-9350, where a Funeral Service will take place Tuesday at 11 a.m. Burial with military honors will follow at Church Hill Cemetery.