Vild

John David Vild, 92, of New Sewickley Township, went to be with the Lord Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born April 28, 1934, in New Sewickley Township, he was the son of the late John and Frances (Adamek) Vild.

He was a wonderful husband and a dedicated father to his daughters. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Charlotte (Lutz) Vild; daughter, Julie Vild and her partner, Marc Wright; daughter, Carol (Vild) Tuma and son-in-law, John Tuma; sister, Helen (Jane) Hrach; as well as several cousins and friends.

John was a member of St. John’s “Burry’s” Church for 55 years. He was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the church council.

He was a 1952 graduate of Freedom Area High School. After graduating from high school, he honorably served in the U.S. Air Force for four years and served during the Korean War. Following his time in the Air Force, he graduated from Geneva College and was an employee at Valvoline Oil for 39 years.

He had a passion for singing country music and loved singing and playing the guitar. He especially loved calling square dances. He also served as a board member for the Freedom United Federal Credit Union over 60 years.

John will be remembered for his generosity, intelligence, dedication, strong Christian character, accomplishments and the many relationships and friendships he built throughout his life. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

VILD — Friends of John David Vild, who died Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME, 324 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople.

Friends will also be received from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 14, at St. John’s “Burry’s” Church, 1835 Route 68, Rochester, PA 15074.

He will be laid to rest at the church cemetery with military honors.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you send donations to St. John’s “Burry’s” Church to support missions.

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.boylanfuneralservices.com.

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