Lawrence A. Molek 1939-2024

He was born Nov. 30, 1939, in Filbert, Pa., a son of the late Joseph and Mildred Molek, and graduated from German Township High School.

In 1993, Larry married the love of his life, Janet, and they lived in Ohio until last year. He retired from Copperweld Steel Corporation with 42 years of service and served as an usher at the former St. John Paul Church, Warren.

He was an avid fan of the Steelers, Pirates and NASCAR, and he enjoyed polka cruises with Janet.

Cherishing Larry’s memory are his beloved wife, Janet Stalewski Molek; along with Janet’s siblings, Janice Puskarich, Carol (Joey) Panek and Ed (Jen) Stalewski; his children, Lori (Pete) Rapovy, Larry Molek Jr., Mark (Stephanie) Molek and Melanie (Mark) Trostle; his brother, Joseph (Lorie) Molek; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Rhiannon Summerville; and his sister, Deniel “DeeDee” Pavlovich.

Services took place in July at St. Oscar Romero Parish-St. Patrick Church, Canonsburg, Pa., with entombment in Assumption Cemetery of St. Mary, Glenshaw, Pa.

Arrangements by Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services, Canonsburg.

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