William Yurchik

William Yurchik

William Yurchik Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 29 to Oct. 31, 2008.
YURCHIK – William J. “Bill,” 61, Portage, died Oct. 29, 2008, at Memorial Medical Center. Born July 25, 1947, in Portage, son of Joseph and Rose (Golden) Yurchik. Preceded in death by parents; brother, David Yurchik; and brother-in-law, Dallas Anderson. Survived by loving wife of 34 years, Margaret “Peggy” (Merzenski) Yurchik; son, Frank Yurchik, Chambersburg; and daughter, Judy, wife of David Zyra, Aliquippa. Brother of Mary “Mania” Anderson, Reading, and Mildred “Millie,” wife of Ray Treml, Mercersburg. Bill worked as a metallurgical inspector for Bethlehem Steel. He was a Democratic committeeman. Life member of Portage Volunteer Fire Company and a member of Sacred Heart Ushers Club, Third Order of the Knights of Columbus and the McDonald’s morning coffee club. Also an avid gardener. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Mark A. Serenko Funeral Home, Portage. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, Mountain Avenue, Portage, Father Ronald V. Osinski, celebrant. Committal, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Portage.

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November 5, 2008

Carrie Oswald posted to the memorial.

November 2, 2008

Eileen Gruse posted to the memorial.

November 2, 2008

Michael Golden III posted to the memorial.

Carrie Oswald

November 5, 2008

Dear Peggy and family,
May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Peace Prayers and Blessings will comfort you in your loss. My deepest sympathies are sent to you and yours.

Eileen Gruse

November 2, 2008

Dear Peggy,
So sorry to hear of Bill's untimely passing. He was such a comfort to you when your father was ill. Please contact us if there is anything we can do for you.
Eileen, Ron and Dylan Gruse

Michael Golden III

November 2, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

cathy haney

November 2, 2008

Peggy and family I am so sorry for your loss. We always saw Bill around town (lately at the halloween parade and church). I am sorry we didn't make it to the funeral home and I wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Meagan (Harvey) New

October 31, 2008

Mrs. Yurchik & Family,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. Your in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

"Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow."
- Author Unknown

Shawn and Mary (Stevens) McCoy and Family

October 31, 2008

Mrs Yurchik and Family,

I am so sorry for loss. I couldn't believe the news. I just saw your husband at the Halloween Parade on Sunday. He was always involved anyway that he could be. Your are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 30, 2008

Dear Peggy and kids,
Bill was a favoraite at our gas station. We remember when you got married and had liitle Franky and Judy. The Yurchik family has a proud history in Portage. We remember Joe your father-in-law in baseball games and his dump truck. Many fond memories of your family are remembered, and that's the greatest legacy a man can want.
Charles Havrilak Family

Linda Miko

October 30, 2008

My sympathy to your family that Billy treasured so much and was so proud of. I have known Billy since we were kids, always fun to be around and a smile that didn't quit.

Joe and Radost Golden

October 30, 2008

Peggy, Frank and Judy,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in your time of loss.

Kim, Matt and Mason Castel

October 30, 2008

Peggy, Frank and Judy,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bill was always smiling and had the ability of making everyone around him smile. He will be missed.

Joy D. Powers

October 30, 2008

Dear Peg and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss and will have you all in my prayers. With sincere sympathy.
Joy D. Powers

Mandy and Barrett

October 29, 2008

Peg,
We am truly sorry to hear about Bill. We Were just in shock when we heard the news. You and your family will be in our prayer. May Bill rest in peace.

October 29, 2008

Mrs. Yurchik and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Missy Drummer and family

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