Charles A. Tadrzak, I

            Charles A. Tadrzak, I, 80, of Tarentum, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at QLS Assisted Living, Apollo. He was born April 8, 1939 in New Kensington to the late Charles J. and Catherine (Jedlowski) Tadrzak. Charles lived most of his life in Tarentum and was employed as a Steel Worker for Allegheny Ludlum Steel Corp. in Brackenridge. He was veteran of the US Army reserves and member of Mt. St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, New Kensington. Prior to Charles working at Allegheny Ludlum he owned and operated his upholstery business in Tarentum. He graduated in 1957 from New Ken High School and was an avid Steeler fan. Charles was a former little league baseball coach and Cub Scout leader. He built the first Pinewood Derby track for Cub Scout Pack 180 in Tarentum.

            Survivors include his daughter and grandchildren with whom he lived, Susan C. Fertig, Tarentum, son Charles A. (Jennifer) Tadrzak, II, Stockbridge, GA; grandchildren Benjamin, Zachary and Olivia Grace Fertig, at home and Trey, Brandon and Christina Tadrzak, Stockbridge, GA. Also surviving are his siblings, Betty Marie Porchia, MI, Dolores Brand, Delaware and twin brother Chester (Delores) Tadrzak, MI. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Beverly A. (Rapp) Tadrzak in 2007.

            Visitation 2-8PM Thursday in the Duster Funeral Home, Inc. 347 E 10^th Ave, Tarentum, 724-224-1526. Christian funeral mass will be held on Friday at 10 AM in Mt. St. Peter Church, New Kensington with Rev. Rodel Molina, officiating. Burial in Greenwood Memorial Park, Lower Burrell. The family would like to thank the staff at QLS, Apollo and Three Rivers Hospice for the exceptional care. VISIT: dusterfh.com