Sandra K. Oravec

Sandra K. Oravec obituary, Delmont, PA

Sandra K. Oravec

Sandra Oravec Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Vaia Funeral Home, Inc on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Sandra K. Oravec, 76, of Murrysville, passed away, Monday, August 11, 2025. She was born March 19, 1949, in Johnstown, the daughter of the late George H. and Miriam C. (Knobloch) Clagett Sr. Sandra was a member of St. John de La Salle Church, Secular Franciscan Order, and was Faith Formation Teacher for 23 years. Prior to her retirement, Sandra was a pharmacy technician.
In addition to her parents, Sandra was preceded in death by, brother, George H. Clagett Jr., and sister, Vongale H. Clagett.
Sandra will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 48 years, Alan J. Oravec, daughters, Christina (Reuben) Smith, and Laura (David) Sylvia.
Sandra was a proud grandmother to, Celeste Sylvia, who she loved dearly.
Family and friends will be received from 4pm-8pm, Monday, August 18, 2025, at the Vaia Funeral Home Inc., 463 Athena Dr. Delmont, (724-468-1177). A mass for Sandra will be celebrated 11:30, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at St. John Baptist de La Salle Church, Delmont. Everyone is to meet at the church.
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