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John Petula

March 29, 1932 - January 28, 2017

U.S. Veteran

Burial Date February 1, 2017

Obituary Viewed 3267 times

John Petula, 84 of Brighton Twp, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2017 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born March 29, 1932 to the late John and Katherine Petula, he was a 1955 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Electrical Engineering. John worked 35 years as an electrical engineer with Duquesne Light Company; his last project was planning the electrical systems and distribution for the new Pittsburgh International Airport. John received an Honorable Discharge from the United States Army in 1964. He was a member of Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church, Beaver.

Along with his parents, John was preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Freda, on September 29, 2016, and his sister, Ann Jarostowski in 2016.

Surviving John are one son, Ronald (Eileen) Petula, Wallingford, PA; two daughters, Cindy (David) Tomei, Brighton Twp., Kathy (Joe) Tosh, Murrysville, one sister, Julie Rea, Kansas City, MO; and five grandchildren, Allison and Ryan Petula, Wallingford, PA, Rachael Tomei, Chesapeake, VA, Jonathan and Jason Tosh, Murrysville.

Friends and family will be received Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver where a funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 10:00 am. Entombment will follow at the Sylvania Hills Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Thank you so very much for your kind expression of sympathy in our time of sorrow, you were there for us from beginning to end, plus more. You prepared Rocky in such a handsome and peaceful way, prior to that viewing I saw only pain and suffering. It helped remind me of peaceful and happy times. What else can a grateful heart say.

- Susan and Family

Thank you so very much for your kind expression of sympathy in our time of sorrow, you were there for us from beginning to end, plus more. You prepared Rocky in such a handsome and peaceful way, prior to that viewing I saw only pain and suffering. It helped remind me of peaceful and happy times. What else can a grateful heart say.

- Susan and Family

Mark & Alex everything done by you and your staff was outstanding. It was a difficult time for us, but you made everyone feel at ease. You never forgot anything we said or asked for. We are so glad Dad knew where he wanted to go. Once again Father Knows Best!

- Kathy & George Haught & Family

Thank you for guiding us through the preplanning, Your Patience and understanding as we tried to finalize arrangements was so helpful at such an emotional time. Everyone at Noll's guided us through all the details. We did not have to worry about the schedule or anything, other than to spend time with family and friends as we shared and grieved together. Thank you for removing all the stress and concerns from those days. You have all been a Blessing!!

- The Petula Family

Thank you so much for everything that you, Alex, and your staff did for my dad's funeral. It was so nice to know that you were taking care of all the details.

Bob McCann

On behalf of my family, we want to thank you, Alex, and your team from the bottom of our hearts for your help through our difficult time with the passing of my mother.? Your empathy, demeanor, professionalism, and execution of your word helped make our situation less painful.? We are honored by the outpouring of love and support we have received.

Brian Miller

Mark, Alex & Staff Our family is very grateful for the caring and thoughtful way you handled Marian's viewing and service. We thought the work done by Patty on the pictures was tremendous as it brought out the essence of Marian & it was a nice tribute to her. The viewing set up and floral arranging was very nice, we thank you for kindly handling our every request. It was also supportive to know that all the visitors would receive a friendly welcome at the door even long after normal visiting hours. And we only see what’s not “behind the scenes”. It’s obvious these things are well done too. Your help with things beyond the funeral itself is also much appreciated.

Keith. Carrie, David, Stephen & Family

Dear Mark, Alex and Staff Thank you so much for the guidance and kindness shown to us in planning our moms visitation. Every member of your staff was exceptional and appreciated more then I can express. I'm so glad I felt led to choose you. Sincerely yours, Cheryl

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