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Craig Witenski Obituary

Craig W. "Wit" Witenski, 59, of Cabot, passed away on Dec. 18, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. Born Aug. 20, 1965, in Akron, OH, he was the son of Robert Witenski and Nancy Funk Witenski. Wit had worked as a senior operating tech for ATI in Leechburg and Vandergrift for 32 years, retiring in 2020. He was a member of the White Star Club in Buffalo Township. He played semi-pro football for the Alle-Kiski Rough Riders and Springdale Chargers and played fast/slow pitch softball for 30 years. He enjoyed golfing, refereeing, and coaching football, and especially camping with his family. Surviving are his wife, Amy Badger-Witenski whom he married on Oct. 31, 2012; his daughter, Taylor (Corey) Witenski-Haney of Butler; his son, Tanner Witenski of Kittanning; one step-son, Trace Trempus of Cabot; one step-daughter, Autumn Trempus of Moon Township; three grandchildren, Skylar, Collin, and Reagan; and his siblings, Rob Witenski of Sarver, Laura Lang of Freeport, and Michael (Angela) Witenski of Moon Township. He was preceded in death by his parents. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, at FOX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Saxonburg, PA. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at the FOX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Saxonburg, PA, with Rev. Dave Roddy officiating. Memorial donations may be made to the Allegheny General Hospital Cancer Institute, 314 East North Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212. www.foxfuneralhomeinc.com

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Published by The Valley News Dispatch on Dec. 19, 2024.

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USW Union Local 1138

January 7, 2025

The members of the USW Union Local 1138 would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of our Brother, Craig Witenski. A Family Memorial Bible is available to the family by contacting our office at 724-842-2091.

Jim DeSantis

December 23, 2024

As co-founder and active player on the Springdale Chargers Craig was a huge part of our success. We played many games together. What an amazing Athlete, teammate and a better Man.

Noel

December 20, 2024

I am sorry to hear of Wit's passing. I worked with him for a little and thought he was a stand up guy. RIP

Pat z

December 20, 2024

Sorry to hear of Craig´s passing. I so enjoyed playing fast pitch softball with him in the outfield and winning two state titles. He was always a good man to me. My prayers go out to you and your family. Rip my friend.

Jim Bosman of Springdale

December 19, 2024

Sorry to hear of Craig's passing at a young age. I was on the Rough Riders and Springdale Chargers semi pro football teams with him.

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