Henry "Hank" Vierbicky
December 25, 1925 ~ October 21, 2018
Henry “Hank” Vierbicky, 92, of Weirton, passed away Sunday, October 21, 2018 in Tidewell Hospice House in Sarasota, FL. He was born December 25, 1925 in Weirton, a son of the late Stanley and Genevieve Obremski Vierbicky. He was also preceded in death by the love of his life Marie Kosar Vierbicky who died April 30, 2006 and his only brother Van L. Vierbicky in 2016.
Hank graduated with the class of 1943 from Weir High School and was a World War II Army veteran serving in the European Theatre. After 38 years of service, he retired from the former National Steel Corporation where he served as Quality Control Supervisor at the Sheet Metal Galvanizing Department. He traveled for the company analyzing defective coils.
Hank was a dedicated community servant and a devout Catholic. As a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Parish in Weirton, he served as an Usher for many years. He enjoyed traveling, dancing, gardening, cooking Polish dishes and considered himself the #1 Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan. WVU and Notre Dame football held a special place in his heart also. He was a former director for the Strip Steel Federal Credit Union, WV Credit Union Chapter, Weirton Knights of Columbus 3734, Weirton VFW 2716, Polish National Alliance and Fun Seekers.
He will be lovingly remembered by his son Keith (Connie) Vierbicky of Sarasota FL and daughter Cheryl (Bruce) Costello of Weirton; grandchildren Dr. Lisa Marie Costello and her fiancé Dave Smith of Morgantown, WV, Jason (Ashley) Costello of Canonsburg, PA, Aaron (DeAnna) Vierbicky, Acacia Vierbicky from Florida and Gina (Wayne) Tidwell of South Carolina and 5 great grandchildren.
Friends will be received Sunday 3-7 PM at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM Monday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church. The Reverend Father Babu Joseph Elamturuthil will officiate. Interment will follow in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton with Military Services being conducted by the United States Army and American Legion Honor Guards.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, Memorial Fund, 140 Walnut Street, Weirton, WV 26062.
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Keith & Family,
Sorry for your loss.
Jim Musulin ’70
Cheryl, Bruce & family, I’m so very sorry to read of your dad’s passing. Praying God will be with you all & guide you.
Rhonda Banfield
Only when you drink from the river of silence shall you indeed sing. And when you have reached the mountain top, then you shall begin to climb. And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance. Our deepest sympathy to Cheryl, Bruce and family, Charlotte and Bill DuFour
Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation. Rumi
Cheryl and family, please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of your beloved Father. Duke and Noel West
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of Henry Vierbicky, give you peace, comfort and strength…
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….
US Army Veteran, Henry Vierbicky, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
It is very sad that Uncle Hank has passed away. In the past few years, not to see him Ushering at St. Paul’s seemed to take something away from the Mass. Uncle Hank valued his Faith, Family and Country in his every actions. Everyone that knew him, knew where he stood. Uncle Hank set a good example for all of us to follow. My prayers and thoughts to all my Vierbicky and Costello cousins.
Cheryl and Family, I send my sympathy to all of you at this sad time. I will be out of town over the weekend, so, unfortunately, I will not be able to make a visit.
Keith (Lil’) I am so sorry to hear about your father. Leslie and I send our sympathy to you and your family. Mertz sent me a note about his passing. Our prayers are with you .
Ron Hagerman (Big!)
Cheryl and Bruce, we are so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was always such a nice man that it is a true tragedy to have lost him . We are sorry we cannot be there with you at this time of grief, but at this present time we are in Florida. You have our deepest sympathy’s and our prayers, love both of you Mike and Marian Grubor
Keith and Cheryl, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. May our Lord provide you with peace during this time of Mourning. I would have liked to been in Weirton to see you both. denis Lutz
Dear Cheryl & Bruce,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You had a wonderful father. I will be with you in spirt as I’m out west visiting our son. God bless you. Sincerely, Tom McDonald
I am so sorry for your loss. I know this is a very difficult time for the family. Something that has always given me comfort is a scripture at Revelation 21:4, it says, “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” I sincerely hope this brings you some comfort. https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/bible-study/there-will-be-a-resurrection/
What a wonderful life. If we follow Uncle Hank’s example we too can love God and show it in every smile and kind thing we do. We too can love our family and cherish every moment , we too can show love and pride for our country ( Steelers, pirates , WVU as well) with great passion like our Uncle Hank did! Uncle Hank, Auntie Marie, my parents all part of the” Greatest Generation” they showed us by example how to love life. God Bless you Uncle Hank, now strong once again happy in heaven!
God Bless all of you. Hank was one of my all time favorites at the Pharmacy. It always brightened my day when he would call me from Florida. I have nothing but GREAT memories. Hayden Greenlief
Dearest .Cheryl and Bruce,
My deepest condolences to you on the passing of your Father and Father-in-Law. The Holy Spirit will comfort you at this time…call upon Him for help. God loves you two so much.
I pray you find peace and strength and comfort in this sensitive and hurting time.
Love you guys.
Joyce