Theodore Panczyk

William Snyder Funeral Home

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | April 05, 2023

Theodore Panczyk, 99, of North Versailles, passed away Monday, April 03, 2023. He was born September 8, 1923 in Chalfant, a son of the late Joseph and Katherine (Schultz) Panczyk. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his loving wife Betty, daughter Janie, brother Francis Panczyk, and sisters Sophia Powell, Jean Martin, Florence Kearns, and Joan Crissman. Ted was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, North Versailles. He was an Army veteran who served in WWII and the Korean War. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his heroic achievement in action on January 23, 1945 near Bennwihr, France.

He worked for H.J. Heinz Company for 35 years as a purchasing manager. He is survived by his children Nancy Connolly (David Pena) and Carol (Douglas) Miller; grandchildren Nicole Connolly, Matthew Pena, Brendan Miller, and Ethan Miller; also nieces and nephews. Ted is remembered for his keen sense of humor, love of card playing , fan of the Steelers and Pirates, and his kindness that made him a friend to all.

Funeral service, military honors, and interment will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday in Penn Lincoln Memorial Park Chapel. Forgie-Snyder Funeral Home, East McKeesport, 412-823-8083, is in charge of arrangements.

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Originally published April 05, 2023.

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