Nick Samila Jr.

1922 - 2021

Nick Samila Jr., 98, of Washington, passed away Thursday, May 20, 2021, at Strabane Woods, Washington.

He was born September 28, 1922, in Canonsburg, a son of the late Nick and Katherine Polly Samila, who preceded him in death as well as his stepmother, Anne.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 74 years, Helen Gayarski; his children, Patty (Frank) Steinle of Franklin Park and David Samila of Washington; and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his fur buddies, Zeke, Louie and the late Guinnness.

Deceased are his brothers, John and Steve Samila; and a number of stepbrothers and stepsisters.

Mr. Samila was a World War II veteran, having served with the Army Air Corps 125th Liason Squadron. He was employed by and retired from Cooper Industries.

Mr. Samila was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church where he served as an usher. He was also a member of the American Legion Edwin Scott Linton Post #175 and the Cameron Wellness Center. Mr. Samila was an outgoing man who did so much for others and was loved by many.

Friends will be received from 4 until 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 25, in the Warco-Falvo Funeral Home, Inc., Wilson at East Katherine Avenue, Washington, S. Timothy Warco, Supervisor/Director, Susan Falvo Warco, Director, S. Timothy Warco II, Director. A prayer service will be held at 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 26, in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, St. James Parish, 119 W. Chestnut Street, Washington. Interment will take place at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 26, in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville. Full military rites will be accorded by the American Legion Edwin Scott Linton Post # 175 and the United States Army.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, 69 W. Maiden Street, Washington PA 15301. Condolences may be expressed at www.WarcoFalvoFuneralHome.com.