Rekich

George R. “Buddy” Rekich, 78, of Saxonburg, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2022.

He was born in Butler, and was the son of the late George and Caroline (Yurkovich) Rekich.

George received his bachelor’s degree in education from the Slippery Rock University.

He honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force.

George enjoyed drawing, gardening and, most of all, volunteer work at Amedisys Hospice, so much so that in 2018 he was presented with a lifetime achievement award for offering over 3,000 hours of service.

He was also a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. His fondest wish was to be reunited with his late wife, Raylene, in Heaven.

George was the father of Dean (Mary Salony) Rekich and Kelly (Jeff) Bergamasco; grandfather of Michael (Sarah) Smith, and Alex and John Caleb; and great-grandfather of Lincoln.

George was preceded in death by his wife, Raylene (Karenbauer) Rekich.

REKICH — A funeral service for George R. “Buddy” Rekich, who died Saturday, May 28, 2022, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Butler.

Arrangements are through SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 New Castle Road, Butler.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Amedisys Hospice.

Please visit www.spencerdgeibel.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.