raymond mazur
Raymond Mazur, 76, of Weirton, passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at the Weirton Medical Center. Born June 14, 1931 in Kingston, PA, he was the son of Sabina Przekop Mazur of Wilkes Barre, PA and the late John Mazur. Raymond served in the United States Air Force for five years as a Second Lieutenant, where he was a navigator and pilot. After graduating from Penn State University in 1961, he joined Weirton Steel where he worked as an Industrial Engineer and in Information Systems for 32 years. Raymond was a member of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus 3734. As a member of Pleasant Valley Country Club, he won the Senior Club Championship in 1993 and 1995. During his lifetime, he scored an incredible 6 Holes-in-One. In addition to his mother, Raymond is survived by his wife Angela Rocchio Mazur of Weirton, whom he married September 1, 1962; son R. Nathan Mazur and his wife Julie of Weirton; daughters Nicole Sauer and her husband Joseph of Westlake, OH and Salene Rae Mazur Kraemer and her husband David of Pittsburgh, PA; brother Eugene Mazur of Wilkes Barre, PA and 5 grandchildren Melanie, Nicholas, Alexis, Dominic and Michael with Baby Boy Kraemer to be added in late November. The family will receive friends Saturday 6-8 PM and Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10 AM Monday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church. Entombment will be in St. Paul Cemetery, where military services will be conducted by the American Legion Honor Guard.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 140 Walnut Street, Weirton, WV 26062. Please share tributes with his family at www.grecohertnick.com Funeral Home: Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV US 26062

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  1. Ange, Nate, Julie, Nicole, Salene, and Family: Kenny, Ken, Kristin, and I want you to know that we are thinking of and praying for all of you at this very sad time. Nathan, Kenny and I both know the pain of losing our fathers, and your dad, like ours, was such a fine man. We have such fond memories of him at times when we were together with all of you at Sandy,s and Bill’s and also at your home for BIll’s birthday party last year. So much can change in a year, but you have wonderful memories that you’ll cherish forever and the knowledge that what is good in you came from your parents. We love you.Kenny, Mary Lou, Ken, and Kristin

  2. Ray was a nice and caring hardworking guy that would make you laugh and was fun to talk to and would help you when you needed something. ” A Very Nice Man” and a good friend will be sadly missed.

  3. Dear Mazur family, Please know that Greg and I share in your sorrow today. Your husband, father, and grandfather was the epitome of a loving, Christian man. We will always remember his friendly nature, warm smile, and ability to make anyone comfortable and welcomed in his presence. As you celebrate his life in the next few days, please know that all the wonderful qualities that Ray had are so evident in each of his children. And in this way he will continue to influence his grandchildren who are with you today and the precious one that will soon join you. We love you and wish we could be in Weirton to express our sympathy in person. Fay Stump

  4. DEAR ANGIE,NATHAN NICOLE,SELENE AND FAMILIES, I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF RAYS PASSING..HE WAS A TRULY WONDERFUL PERSON AND HE LOVED ALL OF US NEIGHBORHOOD KIDS. I’LL NEVER FORGET HIS TEASING ME WHEN I GOT OLDER ABOUT THE FAMOUS JOKE I TOLD HIM WHEN I WAS LITTLE..I’LL NEVER FORGET SEEING HIM GOLF ACROSS THE STREET IN THE FIELD…HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!

  5. Dear Mazur Family, We are very sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless all of you. Sincerely, Jennifer, Michael, Jake and Drew Curtis

  6. Ray was a wonderful man, and I have really missed him since he quit golfing at P.V.. I don’t think I have ever met a nicer man: gentle,humorous,loving,caring. None of us will ever forget his little rack of six clubs that he could do so much with, and his yellow golf balls (Mazur lasers). When I first joined at P.V. he, Louie Pete, Louie Muscaro, and my dad played pinnacle for $1 before the skin games. Now the gang is together for pinnacle in heaven.

  7. Your family is in our thoughts and you have our deepest sympathy during this time of great loss.

  8. To the Ray Mazur family: I had the opportunity to meet,know and become friends with Ray when he joined Weirton Steel’s Information Systems Department. He was always kind and caring and it was a pleasure to have known him and also his passion for the game of chess. Deepest respect,sympathy and prayers to his family, sincerely…..Mark Goddard Chester, WV.

  9. I was one of the boys that use to live next door to Ray and the first thing that comes to mind is seeing Ray with his Golf club and wanting him to teach me how to Golf. I know he will be missed by namy.

  10. Dear Nathan and family, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I just wanted to let you know that I will keep you and your family in my prayers. With Sympathy, Jenna Fulmer

  11. Nathan & Julie, Please accept our sincere sympathy and condolences at this difficult time. Be assured that our prayers are with you all.

  12. Nicole and Family Please know that my thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this difficult time

  13. To the Mazur family, Our sincerest condolences to you on the passing of your dad. He was so nice when you would see him at one of Nicole or Salene’s sports or school events. It was a special privilege to be in the same class with Salene, a wonderful person and born leader. To her and everyone else, may God Bless you during this time.

  14. Nathan and Julie: Please accept our sincere condolences in the time of your loss. Your family will be in our prayers. Dave and Carol Gump

  15. Angela: I am so sorry about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, please call me. Love, Nikki Butto

  16. Nicole and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Although I didn’t know him well, I remember him as always smiling. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Missy, Andy, Sara, and Michael Staffileno

  17. Dear Mazur Family, Our family was very saddened to hear of your great loss! Working with Ray, as well as having him for a neighbor for many years, enables me to say with conviction that Ray was among the unsung heroes that form the foundation of this country. Men like Ray, who serve their country, who work hard to raise and provide for their families, who work to provide opportunities for their children, men who put others first – we need more Ray’s. We will keep you in our prayers. Bob,Alicia,Aaron,Lindsey Dawson

  18. The Mazur family: Just letting you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time…Nate, I was out of town during the viewings so we just wanting you and your family to know we were thinking about all of you. Kimberly and Vince Azzarello

  19. Dear Angie and family, I’m so sorry to hear about Ray, I wish I could be there. Just know that you’re in my thought and prayers. May God Bless

  20. Salene, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that I am thinking about you and your Dad. I am so thankful for the time I was able to spend with you together last September. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Love, erin

  21. DEAR ANGIE AND FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT RAY. PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. MAY GOD BLESS AND HELP YOU DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES.

  22. To the whole family, my most sincere sympathy. Many thoughts and prayers are sent your way during this time. May you find comfort in your time of need.


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