David James Savitski

David James Savitski obituary, Bethlehem, PA

David James Savitski

David Savitski Obituary

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David James Savitski, 60, of Bethlehem Twp., PA passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Lackawanna, NY on September 27, 1963, to Joseph W. and Frances (Kay) Savitski, II. He was a graduate from The Pennsylvania State University with a B.S. in Finance. Family was very important to David, he loved his nieces and nephews and enjoyed spending time with extended family on vacation trips. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Bethlehem Twp. David enjoyed fishing, golf tournaments, working in the yard, animals and of course his Penn State Nittany Lions.

Survivors: in addition to parents; siblings: Joseph R. (Kelli) Savitski, III, Sharon A. Savitski, MaryBeth (John R.) Savitski Eltringham, Darlene (John D.) Savitski Lampe; nieces: Lauren Shollenberger, Megan Eltringham, Lauralie Savitski, Lydia Lampe; nephews: Joseph Savitski, IV, John Eltringham, Brett Lampe, Luke Lampe; great nephew: Joseph Savitski, V.

Services: Friends and family are invited to his viewing from 9-10:30am Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at the Connell Funeral Home, Inc., 245 East Broad Street-Bethlehem followed by a 11am Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Perpetual Church, 3219 Santee Road, Bethlehem. The interment will conclude services at Holy Saviour Cemetery, Bethlehem. Online condolences may be offered www.connellfuneral.com.

Contributions: Flowers are welcome or a memorial contribution may be made to American Cancer Society, Wildlands Conservancy https://engage.wildlandspa.org/donate and/or Camel's Hump Farm www.thefriendsofjohnston.org/support

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