Albert J. Stasko
February 9, 1923 ~ August 27, 2014
Albert J. Stasko, 91, of Weirton, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2014, at the Weirton Medical Center.
Born on February 9, 1923 in Toronto, OH, Albert was a son of the late Michael and Mary Chuhran Stasko.
He was also preceded in death by his brother, Michael Stasko; and his sisters, Anna Puhala, Mary Witkowski, Rose Harasick and Agnes Nevlis.
Albert served in the Pacific, with the U.S. Army, during World War II.
He retired from Signode after 31 years of service, where he worked as a weigh master.
A former basketball standout at Toronto High School, Albert enjoyed listening to polka music, playing cards, and gardening. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
He was a member of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus 3734, American Legion Post 10, and the Four Seasons.
He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Czernek Stasko, whom he married on February 27, 1954; his son, Albert L. Stasko (Linda) of Lockport, IL; his daughter, Nancy A. Pugh (Ken) of Weirton, WV; his four grandchildren, Rick and Jessica Pugh of Weirton, Melissa Smith of Buford, GA, and Jennifer Ashley (Brad) of San Antonio, TX; and his four great grandchildren, Victoria and Alexander Wyant, and Cole and Luke Ashley.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday and 9-9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton.
The Knights of Columbus Rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. on Friday.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Saturday, at Sacred Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, Weirton, Rev. Fr. Tony Thurston will preside.
Interment will follow at Saint Paul's Cemetery, Weirton, with military services conducted by the American Legion Honor Guard.
We’re very sorry to hear of Uncle Albert’s passing. Even though we cannot be with you at this time, know that our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time of loss.
We’re very sorry to hear of Uncle Albert’s passing. Even though we cannot be with you at this time, know that our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time of loss.
I am very sorry to hear of Uncle Albert’s passing on.I wish I could be there with you at this difficult time,but that is not possible.Know that you all will be in my thoughts & prayers.
Linda Kucan
I remember Uncle Albert as a very kind man. Once we were at Debbie and Ricky’s and the children were running around and Jordan fell on the cement. She started to cry. Uncle Albert was the closest person to her and he lifted her up to comfort her.
My sympathy to the family.
Linda Kucan
I remember Uncle Albert as a very kind man. Once we were at Debbie and Ricky’s and the children were running around and Jordan fell on the cement. She started to cry. Uncle Albert was the closest person to her and he lifted her up to comfort her.
My sympathy to the family.
I am so very sorry to hear that Uncle Al has passed away. He was a very kind man with a good sense of humor. He was always fun to be around. Rest in peace. Please LORD bring peace and compoft to his family, Aunt Evelyn, Albert, Nancy and the grand children. I send you my love.
I am so very sorry to hear that Uncle Al has passed away. He was a very kind man with a good sense of humor. He was always fun to be around. Rest in peace. Please LORD bring peace and compoft to his family, Aunt Evelyn, Albert, Nancy and the grand children. I send you my love.
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Albert J. Stasko, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your work on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and for my Freedom
You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the family of…..
US Army WW II Veteran, Albert J. Stasko, “A True American Hero†God Blessâ€
†Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 â€
Our deepest sympathy to you & your family on the loss of your father.
Al, Linda and family, we are so sad to hear of your dad’s passing. It is so very hard to lose someone so close to you. Know that he is with you always, watching over you waiting for the glorious day you will all be together again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Al, Linda and family, we are so sad to hear of your dad’s passing. It is so very hard to lose someone so close to you. Know that he is with you always, watching over you waiting for the glorious day you will all be together again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are really sorry to hear about Uncle Al’s passing. Wanted to be there, but some prior commitments Prohibited making the trip up there. Our condolences to Albert, Linda, aunt Evelyn, Nancy, and the rest of the family. Hope that Albert, despite the circumstances, will bring some good Jokes with him. Love,and God Bless All: Fred, Donna, and Lura Anne Puhala.
We are really sorry to hear about Uncle Al’s passing. Wanted to be there, but some prior commitments Prohibited making the trip up there. Our condolences to Albert, Linda, aunt Evelyn, Nancy, and the rest of the family. Hope that Albert, despite the circumstances, will bring some good Jokes with him. Love,and God Bless All: Fred, Donna, and Lura Anne Puhala.
We are very sorry to hear of Albert’s father passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with the Stasko family and may your faith comfort you during this difficult time.
We are very sorry to hear of Albert’s father passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with the Stasko family and may your faith comfort you during this difficult time.