Anthony Robert Bernola
July 17, 1918 ~ December 29, 2005
Anthony “Tony” Robert Bernola, loving husband, father, and grandfather, 87, of Weirton, WV., recently of Glenville, WV., passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Thursday, December 29, 2005 at the United Hospital Center in Clarksburg, WV. He was born July 17, 1918 in Burgettstown, PA., the son of the late Jivonio “John” and Loretta (Zuccaro) Bernola. His wife, Lillian Bernola; brothers, Elmo “Monk,” Edelo, Albert “Batter,” and Julio Bernola; sisters, Alia Bernola and Alberta Yoho also preceded Anthony in death.
A graduate of the Union High School Class of 1937, he was a member of the football team. Anthony served his country in the US Army as a medic for 22 months in the Pacific Theater during WWII. Anthony retired from WSX where he had 30 years of service as a mill worker. He was a member of the 4th Degree Assembly of the Knights of Columbus and was just recently named Knight of Year this past November. Anthony was also a faithful member of St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church where he served as an usher and belonged to the Holy Name Society. He was also a member of the American Legion, Moose, and the WSX 25 year club.
He is survived by his daughter, Nancy McVaney and her husband Jess of Glenville, WV; brother, August “Gussie” Bernola of PA; three sisters, Armeda DiLorenzo of Weirton, WV, and Emily Bobby and Mary Goblick both of PA, and one grandson, Brock Anthony McVaney of Glenville, WV.
Visitation will be Sunday, January 1, 2006, from 1-3 & 7-9 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV, where a 2:30 PM Prayer Service and a 7:00 PM Knights of Columbus Rosary will be held. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be held Monday, January 2, 2005, 10:00 AM at the St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Weirton, WV.
Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Burgettstown, PA.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in memory of Anthony to St. Joseph Grade School or to the Knights of Columbus charities.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Dear Nancy and family, Your father will forever be a part of my memories. I always remember him being so full of life and love. When my Mom passed away, your Dad told me not to cry because she was in a much better place. Take comfort in knowing that he is in that better place now too and reunited with your Mom. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Love, Gilda (Ruszkowski)Vasko
Nancy, Jess and Brock– Our love and prayers are with you. All our love– Don and Kathy
Our prayers are with you in this time of sadness.
Nancy and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your fathers’ passing. Please remember that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nancy I am so sorry to hear about your Dad.I sure was glad to get to meet him. I am thinking about you and praying that you will get through it.If you need anything please let us know. Herb & Judy Floyd
Jess & Nancy, We were blessed to meet your dad. We share your sorrow at your loss. We will remember you in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and comfort you always. Love Gene & Mary Sutton
Nancy & Family We were blessed to meet your dad. We are so sorry for your loss. May the many good memories that you have give you comfort at this time. We will remember you in our prayers. Love Gene and Mary
Nancy,Jess and Brock, We share your grief, and hope that we can help comfort you. If you ever need us, we are there. Rikk and Nola
Jess & Family: I hope this gets to you in time, but I have sent one to your home, though I know it will be late. Please accept our condolances over your loss. Jim & Mary Ann Ankrom
Dear Nancy and Family, We are so sorry to hear today about your Dad. Tony was the Best Man at our wedding in Burgettstown.We were so happy when he helped celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary here in Ellwood City.We will miss a good friend.