stanley sagan
Stanley L. Sagan was born to eternal life on Saturday July 26, 2014 Stanley Sagan was born in Weirton, WV on November 28, 1917, the eldest son of Lawrence and Julia Sagan. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Rita Anne Sagan, his parents and siblings Mitchell Sagan, Stephanie Kostur, Mary Nogay, Henry Sagan and Theodore Sagan Mr. Sagan graduated from Weir High School and attended the College of Steubenville. Mr. Sagan enlisted in the army in 1942. He was Technical Sergeant stationed in North Africa and Italy. On October 2, 1945 he was discharged and returned home to Weirton where he was employed by Weirton Steel. In 1947 he married Frances Massler, also of Weirton, and had four children, losing a daughter at the age of one year. Mr. Sagan worked for Weirton Steel in Personnel and Industrial Relations for 47 years. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Mary parish and the Holy Name Society. He was a member of the Knights and Columbus, served as Grand Knight and Faithful Navigator in the 4th Degree. Mr. Sagan was a member and officer of the Pleasant Valley Country Club and also enjoyed being in the bass section of the Weirton Steel Male Chorus. Stanley Sagan is survived by his wife, Fran, and his children and their spouses, Daniel L. Sagan and Brenda of Midlothian, VA, Janna Sagan Mann and Bob of Banner Elk, NC and S. Robert Sagan and Patty of Warrenton, VA. Mr. Sagan was blessed with four grandchildren, Heather, Rebecca, Daniel and Noel along with six great-grandchildren. Stanley Sagan was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He loved his family. His faith and commitment to family and friends will always be remembered. Visitation will be 4-8 PM Monday at the Greco Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 12 noon Tuesday at Sacred Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church in Weirton. Interment will follow at St. Paul's Cemetery in Weirton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sacred Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 200 Preston Avenue, P. O. Box 2247, Weirton, WV 26062

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  1. Fran and family, Stanley was one of my best friends and sorry for his passing. We worked together for years in WSX and he always had a smile on his face. Janna and Robbie I taught how to swim. Stanley could be proud of all his kids. The Hamills loved all the Sagans and Stanley was one of the best. I will miss him greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Jerry Haimmm

  2. Stanley and i worked together for years and he always had a smile. He loved his family and I taught janna and Robbie how to swim. All the Hamills loved the Sagans and he was at top of the list. My prayers are with all of you.

  3. Dear Aunt Fran and family. We share in your loss of our beloved Uncle Stanley. We will always remember the good memories of time spent with him and you. His “White Russians” are legendary–a Stan Sagan signature cocktail:) Maybe he is able to enjoy them once again, catching up with family and loved ones in Heaven. We will miss his smile, laugh and hugs, but know he is resting peacefully with the Lord now. Much love and prayers to you all.

  4. 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 Stanley L. Sagan, give you peace, comfort and strength…

    Rest now in the arms of our Lord your work on earth is complete.

    I thank you for your service to our Country and for my Freedom

    You will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the family of…..

    US Army Veteran Stanley L. Sagan, “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 â€

  5. Dear Aunt Fran and family,

    Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve. We have been blessed to have so many wonderful memories of Uncle Stanley throughout the years. He was truly the patriarch of the Sagan family. Love, Elaine, Charles, Erin and Evan

  6. Thinking of you in this time of sorrow. May your memories bring you peace and comfort. Becky and Larry

  7. Dear Aunt Fran,

    Tenderly, may time heal your sorrow. Gently, may friends erase your pain. Softly, may peace replace heartache. And may warmest memories remain. My last visit will always hold a special part of my heart just in the way he said, “I love you.” I am here for you and love you. Love you , RitaRenee

  8. Dear Jana, Haven’t seen you in many years , miss you ! You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you and your entire family. Love, Mary Kaye💝

  9. Janna I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom and Dad were so kind to me whenever I visited. My Mom passed in June. While it makes us sad to see them go, it is comforting to know they are in a far better place and still watch over us. Blessings to you and your family. Kathleen


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