Ernest R. Kallay, Sr.
October 21, 1920 ~ March 8, 2010
Ernie R. Kallay, Sr., 89, of Weirton died Monday March 8, 2010.
Ernie was born on October 21, 1920 in Dillonvale, OH, a son of the late Steve Kallai and Julia Matusz Kallai.
Ernie was also preceded in death by his three brothers, Steve, John, and Joe Kallay; three sisters, Mary Mikula, Helen Schwarten and Julia Paytors.
Ernie retired from Weirton Steel after 33 years of service as a millwright in the Tin Mill. Receiving five Battle Stars, he served his country in the US Army during World War II where he was headquartered with General Patton.
He was a member of Sacred Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church where he was a member of the Church Choir and the Holy Name Society. Ernie was also a member of the VFW 2716 and the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club.
He is survived by his wife, Cecelia Cwiczynski Kallay of Weirton; four sons, Jerry and Sharon Kallay of Richmond, OH, Kevin Kallay of Cloverdale, CA, Tom and Judy Kallay of Verona, PA and Ernest R. and Sylvia Kallay, Jr. of Columbus, OH; a daughter, Dr. Karen Kallay of Redondo Beach, CA; three grandchildren, Dr. Aron Kallay and his wife Rashida, Shannon and her husband Steve Dolan and David Kallay; two great grandchildren, Jonathan Thomas Dolan and Patrick Ernest Dolan.
Visitation will be 5-8PM Thursday at the Greco- Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV.
Funeral liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10AM Friday at the Sacred Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 200 Preston Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062.
Interment will follow in Saint Paul Cemetery with military services conducted by the American Legion Firing Squad.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Sacred Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 200 Preston Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062.
Dear Mrs. Kllay and Family: I wish to extend my heartfelt prayers and deep sympathy on the passing of your loving husband and father, Ernest. He was a great man and had a wonderful faith in our Lord. Now he is at peace and rest with the Lord. Know that you all remain in my thoughts and prayers and I wish you well. Sincerely, Stas` Tuchalski
We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Ernie, we will pray for his soul. We will alwayr remember his even temperment and smile and some of the good times with Ted and Viv Cwiczynski.
I have had the priviledge to work with Dr. Karen Kallay at Ascension School for the past eight years, and thus learn some about her parents and the Kallay family. My brother, Dr. Jim Peter, was an early “angel” for Ascension School. I was his sidekick. Jim died this past October. I hope he and your father, have met in Heaven and are working together to sustain Dr. Kallay in her efforts. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you during these difficult days. The Lord is with you.
Jerry Kallay, Sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. My Dad was also 89 when he passed in 2006. They both were veterans of WWII and problaby could have shared many memories. Hope everything is as good as can be expected at this time. My thoughts are with you and your family. Bill Simon
Dear Tom & Judy, We’re sorry that we cannot be with you to offer our condolences in person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your father. With Sympathy,Eric and Karen and family
Ernie & I have spent many hours having wonderful conversations over the years. He surely will be missed by me & many of his friends. My heartfelt appreciation for the priviledge of having the opportunity of knowing this personal friend and he will not be forgotten. My condolences,thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Tom, Judy & Family, You have our sympathy and prayers during this time of sorrow. With kindest regards, Larry and Denise Bradt
Dear Cel and Family, We are saddened to learn of Ernie’s passing away. May you feel the presence of our Heavenly Father during this grieving time. Our prayers are with you. Stan & Fran
Kevin & the Kallay Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I am not able to make it down to offer my condolences but each of you will be in my prayers.
Dear Aunt Celie & Family We were so sorry to hear of my Uncle Ernie’s passing. I’ll always have very fond memories of when I was a child riding my bicycle over to your home to play with Karen. You all opened your home & hearts to me. He has left a loving legacy in my heart. Uncle Ernie, hope to see you in heaven someday.
Just heard about your loss. My sympathy and prayers are with your family. Mr. Kallay was one of my heros as I grew up. He will be missed. God Bless.
Kevin, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.