Lendyak

Loretta Ann Lendyak, 88, of Slippery Rock, entered the church triumphant on the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025.

She was born Feb. 15, 1937, in Center Township, the daughter of the late Merle G. and Melva Althea (Walls) Boosel.

Loretta was a musician most of her life, alongside her late husband, Bud, with their band Loretta Ann and the Silvertones. She will lovingly be remembered as a legend with her musical talents.

She was a member of the West Sunbury American Legion and the former owner of Maples Tavern in Barkeyville. She and Bud traveled cross-country long-haul truck driving for many years. She enjoyed services at God’s Country in Butler. She enjoyed camping with her grandchildren, boating, fishing and, most of all, cherishing time with her family and beloved friends.

She is survived by her children, Von (Lynda) McCommons, of Slippery Rock, Merylann “Sis” (Bill) Barton, of Kennerdell, and Ben (Terry) McCommons, of Slippery Rock; 12 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Loretta was preceded in death by her mother and father; the love of her life, her husband of 55 years, Mitchell “Bud” Lendyak; her sister, Mary Lou Hall-Hoover; and one great-grandchild, Robbie Smith.

LENDYAK — Memorial visitation for Loretta Ann Lendyak, who died Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, at God’s Country of Crossfire Church, 1802 N. Main St. Ext., Butler.

A memorial service will follow at 4 p.m., with Pastor Jeff Harris, of Kennerdell Church of God, officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to First United Methodist Church of Butler, 1802 N. Main St. Ext., Butler, PA 16001.

The Young family of WILLIAM F. YOUNG FUNERAL HOME, West Sunbury, has assisted her family with arrangements.

If desired, online condolences may be sent to www.williamfyoungfh.com.

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