Richard A. Waitkus

1949 - 2025

Richard A. Waitkus, 76, of Vandergrift, passed away Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in his residence. Born Jan. 2, 1949, in Natrona Heights, he is the son of the late Stanley F. and Nellie A. Poleski Waitkus. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, he had been a self-employed painter throughout the area. Rich enjoyed fishing and was a member of the Vandergrift American Legion Post 114, Vandergrift VFW Post 566, and the Lithuanian Club in East Vandergrift. Survivors include his wife, Annabelle Hollenbaugh Waitkus, of Vandergrift; a son, Jason Facemyer of Vandergrift, a daughter, Carrie Facemyer (Mike Stewart) of Avonmore. His brother, Joseph (Kathleen) Waitkus, of Fairmont, WV; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Stephen and Stanley "Stush" Waitkus; and one sister, Bernice Matonic. At the request of the family, there will be no public visitation; services will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the DUNMIRE-KERR AND ROWE FUNERAL HOME INC., 244 Franklin Ave., Vandergrift. To leave an online condolence, visit us at www.dunmirekerr.com.