Gerald Charles VonScio
Gerald Charles VonScio, 83, of Washington, died Sunday, June 12, 2022, in UMPC Hospital, Oakland.
He was born October 1, 1938, in Washington, a son of the late Gerald Charles and Ina Marie Bennet VonScio.
A Trinity High School graduate, Mr. VonScio went on to graduate from Penn Commercial Business/Technical School.
A veteran of the United States Navy, Mr. VonScio served with Mobile Construction Battalion #1, better known as the Seabees, from June 19, 1956 until his honorable discharge as a Construction Electrician’s Mate Petty Officer Second Class September 17, 1959. Following his service in the United States Navy, Gerald served with the United States Navy Reserves, where he achieved the rank of Chief.
He was a member of Friendship Community Church.
A dedicated, hardworking man, Gerald worked for more than 50 years for Pennsylvania Transformer Technology, Inc.
Gerald was very creative and artistic, and he enjoyed painting landscapes, and was a talented wood carver.
He enjoyed the peacefulness of fishing, and loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, where he was their number one fan.
On August 8, 1964, he married the love of his life, Connie Hartley, who survives.
Also surviving are a son, Kevin (Marcy) VonScio; a brother, Robert (Laverne) VonScio; and four grandchildren, Christopher, Drew, Kyle and Nicholas.
Deceased, in addition to his parents, are a son, Keith VonScio; and two sisters, Joanie VonScio and Vickie Sue Briggs.
Friends and family will be received from 1 until the 1:30 p.m. time of service Saturday, June 18, in William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington, with Pastor Rick Bruckner officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Washington Area Humane Society, P.O. Box 66, Eighty Four, PA 15330.
A guest book is available at www.NealFuneralHome.com.