Joseph R Klabnik

Joseph R. "The Egg Man" Klabnik, 89, formerly of Sarver, passed away May 12, 2017 in Butler Co. Memorial Hospital. He was born September 15, 1927 in Tarentum, son of the late John V. and Mary (Gajdos) Klabnik. He served as a Corporal in the Army during WWII, helping to train new recruits. Along with his wife Dolores Jeanne "Jean" (Smith) Klabnik, they ran a poultry farm in Sarver and he did home delivery of eggs for many years throughout the area. Later, he became a welder and inspector for many years at Pullman-Standard in Butler, PA. He also drove school bus for Roenigk, Inc. Joseph was a member of St. Anthony''s in Tionesta. He enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling when he could. Joseph enjoyed wine making as the proprietor of "Old Man Winery" He was an excellent cook and enjoyed making Slovak specialties! He enjoyed music and singing and was a member of St. Clement''s, Tarentum choir for many many years, starting as a school boy in St. Clement''s school and up until the church closed. He was a man of devout Catholic Faith, always willing to help when help was needed, dealing with whatever life handed him with dignity and strength. Survivors include his children, Patty (Patrick) Harrell, Parker, Susan (Dr. James) Miller, Suffolk, VA, Joseph Gary (Suzanne) of NC, Carol Jean (Buzz) Ferlan, Sarver, Mary Ellen Lentz, Avonmore; 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Also surviving is a brother Adam (Jean) Klabnik, NY and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years Dolores J. (Smith) Klabnik in 2005; 3 daughters Joan Klabnik, Dolores Marie Klabnik and Catherine Jean Kutsch. Four sisters Mary Slavkovsky, Julianna Rapsinski, Anna and Clotilda Klabnik in infancy; 4 brothers Ambrose, John, Raymond and Anthony "Tony" Klabnik. Family and friends will be received 2-4 and 6-8 PM Wednesday in the Duster Funeral Home, Inc. 347 E 10th Ave, Tarentum, 724-224-1526. Christian Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 10 AM in Transfiguration Roman Catholic Church, Russellton with Rev. James P. Holland, officiating. Everyone please meet at church. Burial in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to local Knights of Columbus or local food bank. VISIT: dusterfuneralhomeinc.com