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Sara Kollek

Kollek

Sara F. “Sally” Kollek, 84, of Jackson Township, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, while under the care of Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford.

Born July 21, 1938, in Evans City, Sara was the daughter of the late Carl Fisher and Lelia Allen Fisher.

Sally was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Evans City. She was an avid knitter and enjoyed making sweaters and mittens for many in the family. In her later years, she liked bowling with “the girls.” She also loved going out to eat with her family and friends. She loved cheering on the Steelers. Sally also was a dedicated and caring registered nurse, serving for more than 50 years. She and her husband visited many historical battle sites and shared many great times vacationing with family. During the past several years, Sally enjoyed spending her days in the company of her dear dog, Duff, and mowing her yard. Above all, Sally was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children, Katrina (Howard) Hohmann of Monaca, Krystal (Rick) Kaiser of Evans City, Karla (Dennis) Kopp of Evans City and Todd E. (Michelle) Kollek of Harmony; her 14 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Sally was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Kollek, who passed away in 2008; her brother, Carl Fisher; and her beloved dog, Duff.

KOLLEK — A memorial service for Sara F. “Sally” Kollek, who died Saturday, June 24, 2023, will be held at 11 a.m. July 7 at BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME, 116 E. Main St., Evans City.

Memorial donations may be made in Sally’s honor to the Butler County Humane Society, 1015 Evans City Road, Renfrew, PA 16053.

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

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

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