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Age 82, of Etna, on Friday, August 14, 2009; beloved husband of the late Mary Lou (Johnson) Ferketic; devoted father of Michelle (John) Eberhard, Richard Ferketic, Lee (Lynn) Ferketic, Jeff (Jane) Ferketic, Susan (Tom) Rost and Meredith (Sam) Santini; loving grandfather of Chris (Julie), Mike (Nikki) and Andrew Ferketic, Steve, Mary and Anne Ferketic, Alyssa, Kristen, Matt and Maura Rost, Megan and Nick Santini; brother of William and Robert Ferketic, Lois Netzel and the late Michael Ferketic. Family and Friends will be received Sunday and Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Juan Diego Parish, Sharpsburg in St. Mary Church on Tuesday at 12 Noon. Richard was a Veteran of the Army during WWII and a retired Chemist for Allegheny County. His enthusiasm for learning, teaching, sharing and cheering will always be remembered. Contributions may be made to North Hills Community Outreach or St. Mary Church, Sharpsburg.
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Kathy Carbonneau Hayner
September 1, 2009
Mark and I, and our daughters Tess and Michelle, all loved spending time with Mr. Ferketic when he came to visit Jeff and Jane on Federal Street. We are sorry that we couldn't get to Pittsburgh for the services and get a chance to meet more of Jeff's extended family. Peace be with all of you as you go through this tough time. Sincerely,
Jennifer (Ramming) Newman
August 22, 2009
The Ferketics and their families,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a wonderful man that we all loved very much. I know that he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Heather (Ramming) Stelitano
August 22, 2009
The Ferketic families,
I always remeber how loving your dad was, he was my favorite. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
bob ramming
August 19, 2009
Rich was one of the finest men I ever met. He was very proud of his children and you can be proud that he was your dad.
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Patty Truman Bontempo
August 19, 2009
The Ferketic Family,
I will forever remember your dad at the Etna ball field cheering for all the kids, not just his own. He had a special nickname or joke for each one and they all adored him. He was a wonderful man whose family and faith meant the world to him. He never even got angry when Rich attended Sunday mass in my living room with my brother, Harry, and Peter Puck!
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Fondly,
August 18, 2009
To the Ferketic Family,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your father, grandfather and brother. Our prayers and sympathies are with you in friendship.
Tim and Maura Dougherty
August 18, 2009
I never had the opportunity to meet Mr. Ferketic, however I had the pleasure of hearing about him through Michelle's loving stories. In this sad time, my prayer is that each tear leads to a beautiful memory that makes your very soul smile! May you find peace in the Comforter.
Love,
Karen Beverly-Ducker
Gaithersburg, MD
Don Stape
August 18, 2009
Rich & Meredith,
I heard about the loss of your Father and wanted to offer my deepest & heartfelt sympathies to you your families. God Bless.
Jean White
August 18, 2009
Dear Michelle,
From what you told me of your dad, I know he was a man of great character, humor, and commitment to family.
As time goes by, I trust you will increasingly find comfort, and joy, in the memories of good times you shared, in the legacy of his love and devotion.
Love,
Jean
August 18, 2009
RICH AND FAMILY WE JUST HEARD ABOUT YOUR DAD. OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR LOSS. JEFF& KATHY MCKEE
August 18, 2009
Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you in your loss. Your Father always had a warm smile and hello for his neighbors and will be sadly missed
Glen and Sue Snyder
Etna,PA
Kerry Chmielenski
August 18, 2009
Michelle,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you be comforted to know he is in a better place.
Kerry Chmielenki
Keith Johnson
August 17, 2009
Your Father was a wonderful man and a Friend to so many. I will always remember him, not only for who he was, but for the way he made me feel when I walked through the door. Nastorvia, Uncle Rich, Nastorvia.
August 17, 2009
I helped take care of Mr. Ferketic. He had nothing but love and compassion for his children. He spoke at the highest regard for his children and grandchildren. I am so sorry for your loss. He will always be in your hearts and thoughts. God Bless all of you.
Rick/Nancy Cavlovic
August 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brian Shulman
August 17, 2009
Michelle---so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to all of you. May your father's memory be for a blessing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Beth Andrews
August 17, 2009
To Jeff, Jane, Stephen, Mary, Anne and all the Ferketics. I am sorry about your Dad/Grandad. Mr. Ferketic was truly wonderful. I used to enjoy his visits to Jeff and Jane on Federal Street. He ALWAYS greeted me with a great hug and a joke. Joe and I will be thinking of you all during the next few days.
Beth Carbonneau Andrews
Cheryl Russell
August 17, 2009
Michelle, My prayers are with you and your family as you grieve the loss of your dad. I hope your thoughts are only good memories.
Tony & Cheri Cigna
August 17, 2009
To the Ferketic Family - What a lovely man your father was and what a wonderful job he did with raising his family. Couldn't ask for nicer people! Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Tony & Cheri Cigna & Family.
Marat Moore
August 17, 2009
Michelle and family,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers to you on the death of your father. I remember your stories about him, and know he was such a wonderful man!
Take care,
Marat Moore & The ASHA Leader team
Dana Westerman Carpenetti
August 17, 2009
Meredith and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have such wonderful memories of your Dad and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Amy Weiss
August 17, 2009
Michelle and family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your father. May your memories of happier times sustain you during this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts.
August 16, 2009
Sue and family,
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your dad. Our prayers are with you.
Dave, Mary Ann (Claus) Raible and family
Gloria & Robert Irwin, Sr.
August 16, 2009
To the Ferketic Family --
My husband Bob and I send our deepest sympathies to all of you. Rich's brother Bob is my uncle through marriage to Helen Gronkoski Ferketic (my mother Marie Gronkoski Curcio's sister). Way back when I first met Uncle Bob, and to the present, I have not only always heard wonderful reflections about Rich and the good relationship they had as brothers, but at weddings we have been fortunate enough to meet and talk with him. An admirable man, he will always be remembered.
Patrick Vojtash
August 16, 2009
Merideth and Family,
You have my deepest condolences on the loss of your Father. I'm sure he'll be missed by all that knew him.
Pat V
Donald Good
August 16, 2009
Oh Rich, You were such a good & true friend. The world is a lesser place without you. My sincere condolances to your fine family. A wonderful guy and a pleasure to know.
Goody (Don Good)
Paul, Tammy Butera
August 16, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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