Robert Bruce Polewac
April 23, 1953 ~ May 21, 2024
Born in:
Steubenville, OH
Resided in:
New Cumberland, WV
Robert Bruce Polewac, 71, of New Cumberland, WV, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the Weirton Medical Center. His life was a testament to hard work, dedication, talent, and loyalty.
Born on April 23, 1953, in Steubenville, OH, Robert was the youngest of two children born to Stanley and Alberta May Chambers Polewac, Robert spent his formative years in Weirton, WV, where he graduated from Weir High School in 1971.
Shortly after high school, Robert began a dedicated career at Weirton Steel, starting as a laborer and working his way up to a Roller. His commitment and hard work spanned an impressive 42 years until his retirement.
Robert was a nurturing and caring soul, beloved by many for his loyalty and kindness. His circle of friends was vast, a testament to his warm and affable nature.
Outside of his work at the mill, Robert was a gifted woodworker, a talent he showcased in the meticulous craftsmanship of his home, from baseboards to kitchen cabinets.
He was a member of the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club.
Robert was predeceased by his father Stanley on January 2, 1988 and his mother Alberta on May 29, 2008. Robert’s tender care for his mother during her lifetime will always be remembered with gratitude and affection.
He will be remembered with love by his sister, Roberta J. Lemley, and her husband, Carl W. Lemley of Sistersville, WV. He will also be deeply missed by his loving companion of 10 years, John Roberts, his former companion and friend of 30 years, Bobby Robison, and his close friend, Ismeal “Alex” Aguilar, all of whom he resided with.
Visitation will be held 2-4 and 6-8 PM on Friday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV.
Private family funeral services will be held on Saturday.
Entombment will follow at Saint Paul’s Cemetery, Mausoleum.
Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Share tributes with his family at www.grecohertnick.com
Services
Visitation: May 24, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
https://www.grecohertnick.com
Visitation: May 24, 2024 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-3219
www.grecohertnick.com
Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Robert Bruce Polewac 's name.
Sure gonna miss this guy. Robert meant alot to me. He was always good to me. Gonna miss him calling. Always said….”How’s your day goin?” My heart & prayers are with his family & Reba.
My life will never be the same I am going to miss my daily call how are you are you alright. He was so caring and oh what a loving heart. If you was in his life he was so devoted to you. He had health problems and didn’t always feel good but he always had time to joke and have fun with me. I am honored to call him my loving brother. God sure did bless me with a very kind and caring brother. It’s time to rest in peace Bobby I will always love you.
Living outside of the greater Weirton area since college, I just learned of the passing of my First Cousin Bobby Polewac. Sad news to hear of his passing. Bobby and I often rode together on the school bus to and coming home from Cove Elementary School. Shame we never flew together out of Herron’s Airport. I wish all of his family and friends all the best dealing with the lose of our loved one.