David J. Stitely

1957 - 2022

David J. Stitely obituary, 1957-2022, North Huntingdon, PA

BORN

1957

DIED

2022

FUNERAL HOME

Ott Funeral Home, Inc.

805 Pennsylvania Ave

Irwin, Pennsylvania

David Stitely Obituary

David James Stitely, 64, of North Huntingdon, died Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022, in Excela Health Westmoreland, Greensburg. He was born July 15, 1957, in Braddock, a son of the late James H. Stitely Jr. and Frances L. (Schendel) Stitely. Dave was a certified lumber grader for Snavely Forest Products, retiring with 30 years of service. Dave was employed by the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, North Huntingdon. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Irwin, and the Immaculata Men's Group. Dave was a member and King Lion of the Stewartsville Lions Club. He was past district governor for District 14-E from 2012-2013. David held numerous positions in the Club District and State and received numerous recognitions from Lions Clubs International. Dave, along with his family, was a member of the American Coaster Enthuses (ACE). He enjoyed fishing, visiting breweries and sampling craft beers, and enjoyed Dave Matthews Band concerts. He was a dedicated volunteer for the Westmoreland County Food Bank at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. Dave was a devoted family man a loving husband, father and pappy. Surviving is his wife of 44 years, Katherine "Kathy" (Smith) Stitely; daughters, Suzanne Mesher (Jason), of North Huntingdon, and Heather Piekarski (Vincent), of New Jersey; grandchildren, Avery and Delaney Mesher; a sister, Mary Kay O'Brien (Michael), of North Huntingdon; brother-in-law, Harry "Joe" Smith (Linda) and David Smith (Chris); nieces and nephews, Michelle Smith, Amy Grisenthwaite (Wade), Jim O'Brien and Cory O'Brien (Nicole); great-nieces and -nephews, Colin and Shane O'Brien and Olivia Grisenthwaite; adopted daughters, Kelly Valmassoni and Sarah Story; and an aunt, Hazel O'Bradovich. Friends will be received from 2 to4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 805 Pennsylvania Ave., Irwin. Parting prayers will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home followed by a 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated in Immaculate Conception Church. Interment will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, North Huntingdon. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Stewartsville Lions Club Food Pantry, 3041 Harley Drive, White Oak, PA 15131. The Lions will hold a service at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. The family is requesting everyone to WEAR A MASK. To send online condolences, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com.

Published by Tribune Review from Jan. 25 to Jan. 26, 2022.
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We offer our condolences at this difficult time. There was never a time that Dave did not greet my grandmother, mother and I with a smile, hug, and a "how ya doin".
On behalf of the East Huntingdon Township Lions Club he will be dearly missed as a District Governor and friend.

Nancy Zelmore, Janice Zelmore, and Sarah Zelmore Leonard

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January 28, 2022

deepest condolences

michael allshouse

Friend

January 26, 2022

My deepest sympathy and prayers for Dave's family. I got to know Dave while working as the Assistant to the Executive Director at the Westmoreland County Blind Association, Larry Helkowski. I will never forget Dave;s caring, kindness and beautiful smile. He was always there to help in any way he could. I am sure he and Larry are celebrating together in Heaven today. May our Lord, hold you all close during this difficult time.

Sandra Foreman

January 26, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. We are both thinking of you at this sad time and sending love and prayers

William and Rosemary Bohin

Friend

January 25, 2022

R.I.P. Dave & condolences to your extended family you will be missed by all ...

James "Zeke Zucco

Friend

January 25, 2022

Kathy

My heart breaks for you and your family. Dave was such a wonderful man, loving husband and father. I am thinking of you and sending lots of love your way.

Diane

Diane Howley Partridge

Friend

January 24, 2022

I knew Dave from Trafford Lions/Leo Club, and he was a great guy. I never saw Dave without a smile on his face. My sincere sympathy to his family.

Jeannie Bohince

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January 24, 2022

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805 Pennsylvania Ave, Irwin, PA 15642

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805 Pennsylvania Ave, Irwin, PA 15642

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26

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805 Pennsylvania Ave, Irwin, PA 15642

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27

Prayer Service

9:00 a.m.

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805 Pennsylvania Ave, Irwin, PA 15642

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27

Mass of Christian Burial

9:30 a.m.

Immaculate Conception Church

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