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1932 George 2025

George R. Gartrell

July 9, 1932 — July 10, 2025

Gartrell. George R., 93, formerly of Conemaugh Township, Cambria County, passed away peacefully on his birthday and 71st wedding anniversary on July 10th, 2025, at his home in Pittsburgh Pa. Born in 1932, in Johnstown. Son of Edward and Anna (Centrich) Gartrell. He is preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife Shirley A. (Reed) Gartrell; daughter, Sandra J. Pudliner, son, George D. Gartrell; and his siblings, Paul Gartrell, Elizabeth Galayda, Madeline Siplivy, Erna Kaminsky, Edward C. Gartrell, James Gartrell and Joan Rzeszut. Survived by his grandsons, Ryan S. (Shelby) Gartrell, John E. III, and Wesley A. Pudliner of Pittsburgh; great grandchildren, Reed, Logan, and Lilly Gartrell; son in law, John E. Pudliner Jr., Johnstown; sisters, Barbara Hurtack, Mundys Corner, Diana Rzeszut, Johnstown, Evelyn Rzeszut, East Lake, OH; Brother Victor (Kathryn) and numerous in laws and nieces and nephews. George retired after 33 years of service as a pipe fitter in the mechanical department from Bethlehem Steel. After retirement from Bethlehem Steel, he drove a school van for Ribblett Bus Company. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church; life member of Cover Hill Fire Hall and the Daisytown Fire Hall. His favorite pastime was watching the Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers. George was known for his sense of humor, unwavering work ethic, and deep devotion to his family. Friends will be received from 10 A.M. until time of service at noon on Wednesday July 16, 2025 at the Baker Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services, 229-231 First Street, Conemaugh, with the Rev. Michael Vandyke officiating. Interment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. The family suggests contributions be directed to the Zion Lutheran Church, 613 Locust Street, Johnstown, PA 15901 in memory of George.

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