Frank E. Slifka

Frank E. Slifka, 87, of Bradenville, was called home to his Lord's side on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2015, at Bethlen Home. Frank was born March 24, 1928, in Latrobe, a son of the late Michael and Veronica (Plavecki) Slifka. Frank was a member of St. Rose Church. He proudly served in the Army during World War II. He was an exceptional bricklayer who was proud of his membership in the BAC Local 9 of Pittsburgh. Throughout his years, he worked as a bricklayer for local contractors, Danko Construction, Dill Construction and Pevarnik Brothers. He also donated his time and masonry talent to many community projects. Frank enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his four grandchildren. He was a member of the American Slovak Club in Snydertown and American Legion Post 982 in Unity Township. Frank was preceded in death by his wife, Teresa (Gera) Slifka; his daughter, Kathleen (Slifka) Kachik; his fiancee, Alba Upholster; brother, Steven Slivko; and sisters, Mary McCreery, Madeline Palanko and Margaret Makosky. He is survived by his two sons, David (Yvonne) Slifka and Richard (Carol) Slifka, both of Derry; his son-in-law, Larry Kachik, of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; a grandson, Justin (Sarah) Slifka, of Derry; granddaughters, Tessa Slifka and fiance, Colin Kracinovsky, of Pittsburgh, Sarah Slifka, of Blairsville, and Emily Slifka, of Derry Township; his sisters-in-law, Veronica Harshell and Evelyn Gera; in addition to many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the JOHN J. LOPATICH FUNERAL HOME INC., 601 Weldon St., Latrobe. A military service will be conducted at 8:15 a.m. Saturday in the funeral home by the Latrobe-Derry Veterans Honor Guard. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Saturday in St. Rose Church with the Rev. Anthony Carbone as celebrant. Interment is private. The family would especially like to thank all of the staff at Bethlen Home and Bethlen Hospice for their love and care of Frank during his stay and all those who took time to visit him and brighten his day. To sign our online guest book, send condolences, or to view detailed obituary and funeral home information, please visit www.lopatich.com.