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Gene Fozard Obituary
Blairsville, PA - 83, died in Shadyside Hospital on January 30, 2021. He was the son of Roberts and Elsie Fozard, Blairsville. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Myra L. Piper; his daughter, Renee Watson, her husband, Ross, and children, Ariel and Logan; his son, Scott Fozard, his wife, Stephanie, and children, Abigail and Carter, plus numerous other relatives. Gene was a retired Air Traffic Controller from Pittsburgh tower/approach control and a former USAF Air Traffic Controller. His activities included singing in the choir at Hebron Lutheran Church. He also served at the regional level of the Lutheran church as a member of synod council, a cameraman and editor for videos produced regionally, and numerous local and synodical committees over the past 54 years. He loved his family and was an avid photographer. He donated his body to science.
On March 6 at 2:00 a private memorial service will be available to the public via Zoom. Login information:
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The family requests memorial donations be sent to Hebron Lutheran Church, 125 North Liberty St., Blairsville, PA 15717
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6 Entries
April 10, 2021
It was a beautiful service. Sympathy and love to you. Love, Paulette Beers
Larry Buffalini
March 10, 2021
I am very sorry to hear of Gene’s passing. I had the honor of knowing him and working with him when I started my career. My prayers go out to his wife and family. It’s sad to lose a fellow controller. He was a really good man❤
Lisa Bowermeister
February 20, 2021
Gene was always a great friend. With his sense of humor, he always made get togethers and church meetings fun. We love him and will miss him and his hugs. We love Myra too.
Ruth Kriest
February 13, 2021
The Fozards' were completely dedicated to their Church work.
Gene will be missed.
Dr. Lou D’Amico DC
February 12, 2021
My sincere condolences to the family. Gene was a kind man who had a great sense of humor. God rest your soul Gene and may your memory be eternal. Dr. Lou D’Amico DC
Karen M O'Bryan
February 11, 2021
My sympathy to both Renee and Scott and the Fozard family. Keep the memories in your hearts. May your father rest in peace.
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