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David Dobrowolski Obituary

David A. Dobrowolski, 77, of Natrona Heights, passed away at home with his loving wife by his side on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, after being ill the past year. He was born April 18, 1948, in Harrison Township, to the late Richard M. and Helen (Drobka) Dobrowolski. David lived his entire life in Natrona Heights and was a draftsman for 27 years at Westinghouse in RIDC Park and also owned and operated with his wife, Karen, the Parkview Bar & Grill in Brackenridge for 15 years. He was of the Catholic faith and a member of the Brackenridge American Legion and the Jednota Club and Eagles, both of Tarentum. David graduated from Tarentum High School in 1966. He enjoyed boating, his family pool, and traveling to Siesta Key, FL, with his wife. Survivors include his wife of 13 years, together 30 years, Karen L. (Dugan) Dobrowolski; his children, Beth Dobrowolski of Templeton and Ryan (Jackie) Dobrowolski of Roosevelt, UT; and five grandchildren, Nicholas, Emma, Katie, Bella, and Colton. Also surviving are his brother, Dr. Rodney (Caroline) Dobrowolski of Whitehall; and stepdaughter, Shannon (Ed) Dugan-Santelli of Natrona Heights, who gave him 10 extra years of life with a liver donation. Also surviving are stepdaughter Kristy Dugan of New Kensington; many nieces and nephews; and his two dogs, Tesla and Skye. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Kevin Dobrowolski; and brother, Dr. Richard Dobrowolski. Visitation from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday in DUSTER FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES INC., 347 E 10th Ave., Tarentum, 724-224-1526, where a blessing service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, with Father Thomas Skamai officiating. Burial will be private. VISIT: dusterfuneralhomeinc.com

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Dec. 21, 2025.

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Fran Mangieri

December 23, 2025

You were like my brother, may you rest in peace.

James, Sandy, Makayla & Gabby Godfrey

December 22, 2025

We are so sad to hear about Dave's passing. He had such kind eyes & a beautiful smile. Please know that we love you & you are all in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

Jackie Slavin Sakala

December 21, 2025

My heart goes out to his family! He was part of our West 11th Ave gang! We all grew up together! We all went to High School together and graduated in 1966. I have wonderful memories of Dave. May he rest in peace.

JANICE Kuhns

December 21, 2025

Karen, so sorry to hear the passing of Dave. Stacey just mention him at the meeting that he wasn´t doing that well.. R.I.P. Dave! God Bless!

David C. Christopher

December 21, 2025

So many great times with Dave and Karen at The Parkview. My condolences to the family.

Mark and Bonnie Crawford

December 20, 2025

To Ryan and Beth, Mark and I offer our deepest sympathies at this sad time. Your dad was a special guy and everyone knew it. Take care and one day at a time.

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