What is your first memory of THEODORE? Share a favorite memory you have of THEODORE. Tell us about a special moment you shared with THEODORE. Describe a time when THEODORE made you laugh or smile. What is something you will always remember about THEODORE? Talk about a shared experience you had with THEODORE. What is something you did together that you enjoyed? Describe a place or activity that reminds you of THEODORE. Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving THEODORE. What is something you learned from THEODORE?

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

THEODORE "TEDDY" SARNIAK III

Obituary

Guest Book

THEODORE SARNIAK Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 22, 2012.

SARNIAK
THEODORE, III "TEDDY"
Of Jeannette, PA, on Friday, July 20, 2012 at Excela Health Westmoreland Hospital. Born on January 27, 1944 in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Son of the late Theodore Sarniak, Jr. and Mary Magdelene Tulebitz Sarniak. Theodore "Teddy" Sarniak, a low profile yet influential local businessman was the founder and CEO of Jeannette Specialty Glass. His dedication to excellence is witnessed by the fact that Jeannette Specialty Glass is the only remaining glass manufacturing plant in Jeannette. Teddy holds many glass design patents as well as innovative process patents. Most recently he added Board Director of Abakan, Inc. headquarter in Miami, Florida, a metal protection technology company to his long list of accomplishments. Teddy was the ultimate entrepreneur, owning many restaurants and properties throughout his life. Teddy loved the city of Jeannette and the city of Jeannette loved Teddy. He supported any and all organizations that involved the city. Teddy earned the respect and admiration of everyone he knew. His kind heart and giving spirit will long be remembered. Teddy met his wife, Kathleen, in 1977, one year after he founded Jeannette Specialty Glass. He dedicated his love and life to the happiness of Kathleen and his son, Teddy.Teddy was the kindest, most generous man and will be missed by all who considered him his best friend. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, James Rylander. He is survived by his best friend and love of his life of thirty-five years, his wife Kathleen Rylander Sarniak; his devoted son, Theodore Sarniak, IV of Greensburg; grandson, Theodore Sarniak V; sister Diane Buffone and husband Robert of Arnold; in-laws, Charles and Helen Paul Rylander; six brothers and sisters-in-law, Lewis Rylander and wife Kim of Warren, OH, Paul Rylander and wife Justine of Gasport, NY, Helen Venzin and husband Mario of Latrobe, Kim Rylander of Champion, David Rylander and wife Joyceanne of Greensburg, and Bethanie Hack and husband Jon of Norvelt; numerous nieces and nephews; 'special son', Terrelle Pryor of Jeannette; 'special daughter' Crystal Wateska of Jeannette; Godchild, Robert Buffone, Jr. and many friends. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Teddy in the CLEMENT L. PANTALONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 409 W. Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601, (724) 837-0020, on Monday, 3-9 p.m. Funeral Mass at Ascension Church, 615 Division St. Jeannette, PA 15644 on Tuesday July 24, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Everyone please go directly to the Church. Interment will follow in St. Clair Cemetery, Greensburg, Pennsylvania. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the United Way (specify Jeannette), 102 Damian Ct., Jeannette, PA 15644. To sign online guestbook, view memorial video, order flowers / condolence gifts, or for directions, please visit us at www.pantalone.com, Natale N. Pantalone, Supervisor.
Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign THEODORE SARNIAK's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

Recent Activity

July 16, 2020

C B posted to the memorial.

August 15, 2014

Carin Bruck posted to the memorial.

April 19, 2014

Donna Wilps posted to the memorial.

28 Entries

C B

July 16, 2020

Still remembering a dear friend

Carin Bruck

August 15, 2014

I still think of you often and I miss your friendship. You were kind, understanding and never spoke a bad word about anyone. I will remember you with a smile always.

Donna Wilps

April 19, 2014

Rest in peace

Leslie I

October 28, 2013

I miss not being able to talk or hear your voice saying "Heyyy, whats going on"? And miss hearing you tell your jokes.. I miss not being able to ask your advice or getting your words of wisdom..I miss you! I find great comfort tho in knowing you will continue to live on through our daughter and in our memories. And everytime I hear Frank S songs I am always reminded that you indeed did it YOUR way :) Rest well and you are loved and missed!

How you can show support

Donate in Memory

Make a donation in memory of your loved one.

Add photos

Share their life with photo memories.

Plant trees

Honor them by planting trees in their memory.

Follow this page

Get email updates whenever changes are made.

Send flowers

Consider sending flowers.

Share this page

Invite other friends and family to visit the page.

Carin B.

October 24, 2013

Your kindness and friendship will never be forgotten.

October 23, 2013

Remembering still....

L I

October 23, 2013

Remembering today and always.

August 20, 2013

Please don't forget Our Theodore....kb

July 17, 2013

Theodore was the only soul who truly cared for me, his kindness spanned the globe..devastated without his words of wisdom..coming up on a year,but seems like yesterday...still crying,world is a darker place without his light and Love...will be waiting for you ,Kathleen.B.

Carin Bruck

October 29, 2012

What a terrible loss to this world. Teddy was one of those special kind of people you just knew to be true and caring, no matter what. I will miss you deeply. My sympathy goes out to your family and all those whose lives you've touched.

Leonard Plaitano

August 6, 2012

Ted was a "Man's Man"..... a Class Act & a True Gentleman!

July 27, 2012

I was bless to meet Teddy in Florida at thet time i own The Eastside Pub Pittsburgh Bar They say you meet maybe 3 to 5 in your life time that are special people That said Teddy was one of those people, my thoughts go out to his family What a great smile he had, he will be miss and love by all, Sincerly Joe Reilly ( GO STEELERS )

Jim Eley

July 26, 2012

We just now found out about losingTeddy. What a loss! Our condolences to the family. Teddy was one-of-kind and will be sorely missed. Eley Law Firm Co. --one of Teddy's patent attorneys.

July 25, 2012

In life we were always there for each other and you will forever live in my heart I just can't believe your gone.. I hope all that really loved you will never forget the tough guy with a heart of gold. Until we meet again, probably sooner than later.. Rest Well, Forever Miss and Love you.

Nancy DiBattiste

July 24, 2012

Heart of Gold does not say enough! Sending love and prayers..

July 23, 2012

Teddy was a good man. Bryan Hinkle former Pittsburgh steeler

james miller

July 23, 2012

Great guy, always thought he was friendly and thoughtfuln gave my wife a ride to pgh when her dad was sick. Janet& jim miller, jbs ala. Family.

My deepest condolences to Ted's wife and family

July 23, 2012

George Carabin - Arnold High School friend.

steve fedan

July 23, 2012

Teddy was a very special individual and had a heart of gold - he helped everyone

Nana Dueber

July 23, 2012

Teddy will be missed deeply by all who knew and loved him. He was one of the most "real" people I ever met and knew and was such a good friend. My prayers and sympathy to his family.

Peg Tuleibitz Manikowski

July 23, 2012

My condolences to Teddy's family for their loss. Teddy and I were cousins and went to school together.

Lou Calgaro

July 22, 2012

To the Sarniak family, I will never forget how nice Teddy was to our parents and his good nature and kind demeanor will never be forgotten. We will miss you Ted!

Butch Ewing

July 22, 2012

good friend from highschool days

Mark Fragel

July 22, 2012

Dear Sarniak Family,
Our Thoughts and Prayers for you at the loss of Teddy. We're parents of a current Buckeye and Teddy was there to help guide us along on some of the Buckeye traditions as well as make us feel as part of the Buckeye Family. I miss his interesting non-football discussions as well, a great source of knowledge indeed. God Bless his Soul.
Mark Fragel, Sr.

J Dsnd

July 22, 2012

Good

July 22, 2012

our sympathy and condolences to TED'S family..TED was a terrific boss and man..he surely will be missed....BETH AND LINDA HAWES

Freddy Fernandez

July 22, 2012

My deepest condolenses to the wife and family of Mr. Teddy Sarniak. The short time i met him he earned my admiration as a person, businessman and most as a good friend. May he rest in peace.

Bret Shugarts

July 22, 2012

Kathleen,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of Teddy hanging out together at the games. He treated my son and all the boys like his own. He was such a great man and friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you and give you strength. Bret, Carla, JB, Stone and Beau Shugarts

Showing 1 - 28 of 28 results