Louis Reck Sr.
Louis Reck Sr., 98, formerly of Meadowlands, passed away peacefully, in the home of his son in North Garden, Va., Monday, October 5, 2020.
He was born March 7, 1922, in Arden, a son of the late John and Margaret Reck.
Louis enlisted in the Army in 1943 where he earned the American Theatre Service Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal and World War II Victory Medal. He was honorably discharged with “Honest and Faithful Service to this country” March 15, 1946 and returned to his home of record in Meadowlands, where he began working as a welder at Fort Pitt Bridge Works.
He was an original member of Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church in Meadowlands and a lifetime member of the Bears Club. He also enjoyed playing cards with his friends.
Left behind to cherish his memory are his sons, Louis (Pamela) of North Garden, Va. and Chester (Michelle) of Oil City; grandchildren, McKenzie Reck, Jessica (Matt) LaVerde and Travis (Kaitlyn) Schiffer; great-grandchildren, Rylynn, Joey and Macy; brother, John Herman (Diane) Scariat; nieces, Sharon, Brenda, Linda and Margaret; nephews, Junior and Robert; and a special nephew Dave and (Bev) who took great care of Lou when he was still living at his home. Deceased, in addition to his parents, is his wife, Blanche Brezinski Reck; and brother, John Reck.
Private services will be held for the family with private burial in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, McMurray, with full military rites by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 191 Honor Guard of Canonsburg and the United States Army.
Arrangements are entrusted to Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., Joseph P. Salandra LFD, owner/supervisor, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120. To view or extend condolences please visit www.salandrafunerals.com