Pete Lonchar
June 10, 1947 ~ March 6, 2014
A motorcycle accident in Geneva, FL, took the life of Pete Lonchar, Jr., 66, of Weirton, on Thursday, March 6, 2014.
Born on June 10, 1947 in Steubenville, OH, he was a son of Pete and Dorothy (Sekulich) Lonchar, Sr. of Weirton. He was preceded in death by his brother Nicholas Lonchar on November 25, 2003.
Pete retired from Weirton Steel where he worked in the Finished Products Warehouse/ Electrical Repair. He was currently working at the Hurricane Club in Weirton. An active member of the WV ABATE Motorcycle Club, he enjoyed his Harley Davidson, camping and was a car enthusiast.
In addition to his parents, Pete is survived by his wife Cathy (Schayes) Lonchar whom he married May 21, 1982; a son, Shawn Michael Lonchar; a granddaughter Bridgett Lonchar all of Weirton and a sister, Darlene Gaydos of New Cumberland, WV.
Visitation will be held 11 AM Monday until the time of his services at 1 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV,
The Reverend Dana Snodgrass will officiate.
Interment will follow in the Serbian Cemetery, Weirton.
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Cathy and Shawn I am so sorry worse news. Prayers being sent to you and all Petey’s friends
R.I.P. Petey. You will be missed
I am so sorry for your loss Cathy!!! Sending prayers to you and your family!! Another Angel has earned his wings!!! (((((( HUGS))))))!!!!!!
KATHY THERS NO WORDS THAN I CAN SAY OTHER THAN I LOST A CLOSE AND VERY DEAR FRIEND. IVE KNOWN PETEE SINCE 1966 AND HAD SO MANY GOOD TIMES WITH HIM. IMGOING TO MISS RIDING WITH HIM. I HOPE THAT YOU CAN BE AT PEACE WITH YOUR LOSS OF PETTE.IN TIME.IM HERE FOR YOU IF YOU NEED ME.
So sorry for Pete’s family and friends. I have known Pete my whole life as I grew up across the street from he and his family. Spent alot of time there growing up. RIP Pete, you will be missed. May God give his family and closest friends the strength to make it through the days to come….much love to all…
I am so sorry for your loss Cathy, and to his entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of heart ache.
A great Man, whom life was taken to soon…..Rest in peace my friend!!!!
Pete was a good friend and a great person. He’ll be missed.
So Sorry for your loss Cathy. Thinking about you and the family.
So very sorry for your loss Cathy. Pete will live on in the hearts of all whose lives he has touched. God bless and keep you through this terrible time and always.
Pete you will be missed. you were a great person for anyone who knew you. My hear and prayers are with You Shawn and Family God Bless.
Cathy we are sorry for your lose……Jaynie And John Arango
Cathy, My heart breaks for you I know how painful this is for you. Petey such a wonderful person and good friend. He will always be with us all for his kind is one that is not easily forgotten. My heart felt symphony is with you and Pete’s family. I pray that you all find comfort through the lord Jesus Christ, family and friends. Another Angel rides above with his brothers that will be there with open arms to greet him. Love and prayers Celeste
Pete was a good man he died going forward, that means a lot around here… My wife and I will miss You R.I.P.
My condolences!!! May God wrap his arms around his family and friends comforting them. Pete was one of my dad’s closest friends. (Ollie)
Cathy I was so sad to hear that Pete had passed. Please know that you and Pete’s family are in my thoughts and prayers. He was a Great man, May God’s strength to help you through this time of Sorrow. Know you are loved by us all and if you need anything let us know. I know that Terry will be there to meet him in heaven as well as the rest of this brothers.. My Deepest Sympathy Willika (Gill) Smiar
we will miss you Pete . AS an old friend of yours I wish the best of piece for you new journey . Ride forever on this new beginning and never forget to be happy. goodbye old friend.
I knew Pete when I lived on Weirton Heights and he was a very kind helpful person sorry he had to leave this world at such a blessed time in his life. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. I hope his family can look forward and feel his presents around them knowing he will be with tem the rest of their lives. Farewell my friend ride in peace .
Shawn my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
So sorry to hear about your husband Cathy, prayers to you and your family!
So sorry for your loss Cathy,Petey will be missed by many.
So sorry for your loss of your husband Cathy my prayers & thoughts are with you & the families.Mechelle Cline
Cathy I am so sorry for you and your famiy. He will be missed by everyone. If theres anything you need you know where we are. We love you and we are her for you.
my condolences to cathy,and family,,really enjoyed seeing him in Sturgis with his Father– godspeed your in my prayers
john weatherhead=====(HEAD)
Pete touched all of our lives at one time or another we will all miss him dearly and he will be remembered always he was a good man. we was all stunned and feel your loss Cathy
My deepest sympathy to the family. From a classmate.
Please accept my deepest condolences Cathy, you and your family are in my prayers.
Mr. and Mrs Lonchar and Cathy,
Our thought and prayers are with all of you. An important part of your life is now gone but hopefully the memories of Pete will help carry you thru this sad time. He is in a better place now.
Vanessa and Kenny Butler
Our thoughts and prays are with you.
Cathy , I can’t begin to tell you how deeply sorry I am for your Loss! You are in my Thoughts and Prayers! May Pete Rest in Eternal Peace!
Mr. and Mrs. Lonchar and Cathy,
Pete and I spent alot of time working on and racing muscle cars in the 60’s and 70’s. Although we didn’t spend as much time together recently, I’ll always cherish the time we did spend together. Pete was a true gentlemen. Pete was always pleasent and respectful of others. you have my deepest condolence’s. Respectfully, Harry McFarland,JR.
He was a great friend and man. He will be dearly missed.
To Darlene, Jack & Keith, Mr. & Mrs. Lonchar and Pete’s wife & family, we send our deepest and heartfelt sympathy. We pray for God’s blessings and comfort for today and always.
Cathy..I am so very sorry to hear about Pete. Sadly I just heard about the accident this evening as I am curently out of the area. You have my most sincere condolances.
Mr & Mrs Lonchar there is nothing I can say to help the pain of loosing a son other than you also have my deepest sympathy.
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in the fond memories of your family member. It is comforting to know the Bible speaks of a time when “death will be no more†at Rev 21:3, 4.
Cathy and family,
Sending our deepest sympathy on the passing of your husband. May he rest in peace.
Sam & Chris
I just found out about this yesterday and from what I talked to him he was a really sweet person everyone that met him will forever have that hole in their heart .R.I.P PETE