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- [S2] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Obituary: Cassels, Freida A. (Prechtl). 07SEP2020.
Freida A. Cassels, 92, of 1092 S. Michael Road, St. Marys, was called home to the Lord unexpectedly on Thursday, September 3, 2020 at Penn Highlands Elk.
She was born on March 14, 1928, in Ridgway, a daughter of the late Fred and Viola Krieg Prechtl.
On May 1, 1948 in St. Benedict's Church in Daguscahonda, she married William "Bill" Cassels, who preceded her in death on December 8, 2013. Having loved and been in love for more than 65 years, they are now together in paradise.
Freida was a graduate of St. Marys High School and was very active with Women's Aglow for many years. A devout and faithful woman, she spent much of her time reading and studying the Bible, and could often be found ministering health and wellness to those around her. She touched the lives of many over the years, and brought the teachings of Jesus to friends and strangers alike. She organized and held many Bible studies over the years, and was a true prophet of Jesus.
A dedicated member of her church, she also enjoyed camping, fishing, and traveling with her husband. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family.
She is survived by one son; Joseph J. Cassels of St. Marys, two daughters; Faith A. DeFour and her husband Jeff of Kane, and Hope M. Piccolo and her husband David of St. Marys, by four grandchildren; Jesse (Megan Michalak) Piccolo, Regina (Daniel) Fiscus, Alex (Jill) Piccolo, and Sonya Struble, and by 5 great-grandhchildren; Ariana, Maverick, Gabriella, Mia, and Luca. She is also survived by six siblings; Albert Prechtl of St. Marys, Fred (Mary Ann) Prechtl, Jr. of Daguscahonda, Thomas (Peggy) Prechtl of Ridgway, Mary Hanes of Erie, Helen Lenox of St. Marys, Margaret (Clarence "Babe") Gerg of Toby, by in-laws; Edward Saline and Cindy Prechtl, as well as by numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a son William "Billy" Cassels in 1976, two brothers; Kenneth and Richard Prechtl, a sister; Carolyn Saline, and by a sister in infancy; Shirley.
A Memorial Service for Freida A. Cassels will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2020, at 11:00 AM at the Hallton Church of Christ Bible Training Center, 657 Evergreen Drive, Ridgway, PA 15853 with Rev. Ron Burkett, officiating.
Family and friends will be received at the Bible Training Center from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
Interment and private graveside services will be on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Hallton Church of Christ Bible Training Center.
Lynch-Green Funeral Home, 151 N. Michael St., St. Marys, is handling the arrangements and online condolences may be made to the family at www.lynchgreenfuneralhome.com
Daily Press, The. 07SEP2020
HFA: 07SEP2020
- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Prechtl, Albert A.
Albert A. Prechtl "Al", 91, of 759 St. Joseph Road, St. Marys, PA, peacefully passed away at his daughter Christine's home in Florida on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Albert entered into eternal life surrounded by his family.
Albert was born on March 18, 1931 to the late Frederick and Viola Krieg Prechtl of Daguscahonda, PA. Albert proudly attended the Daguscahonda Schoolhouse in Daguscahonda. He then continued his education at the Winslow farm in Benezette, PA, where he got an education from Mr. and Mrs. Winslow; he enjoyed learning all aspects of life and farming.
With $10 in his pocket, received from his father, and lots of love and determination, he married the love of his life, Cecilia M. Nicklas, on December 15, 1951 at the Sacred Heart Church in St. Marys. They were blessed with 63 years of marriage until her passing in July 2014.
In 1961, Albert and Cecilia started Elk Cameron Bus Lines, transporting local students to and from St. Marys schools and local factory office workers to and from their homes for their lunch hour breaks. In addition, they offered shopping trips to New York City and patrol boy trips to Washington, D.C.
In 1963, Al and Cecilia founded St. Marys Equipment Company lnc., an International Harvester Dealer, selling and servicing all International Harvester lines along with a Chrysler, Plymouth, and Dodge Dealership.
In 1983, due to the local carbon factories' demand for hauling, Al and Cecilia started Eagle Express Trucking Company, lnc., to assist in many local transportation needs. He retired after 48 years of owning and operating several successful businesses. AI had a strong work ethic that he shared with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. To ensure his family was well cared for, he'd work seven days a week to provide for them. His proudest moment was being a father of his five children. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, and entertaining family and friends at their second residence on East Branch Dam. Al and Cecilia also enjoyed traveling a great deal
Albert was a member of the Sacred Heart Church.
Albert is survived by his five children: Christine Prechtl of Floral City, FL, Wayne Prechtl (Rita) of St. Marys, Edwin Prechtl and his companion, Amy, of Nobelton, FL, Louis Prechtl of St. Marys, and Jacqueline Pearsall (Michael) of St. Marys.
Albert is also survived by five grandchildren: Shari Walton (John), Dana Prechtl, Andrea Hanes (Jason), Savannah Pearsall, and Michael Pearsall, Jr.
He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren: Corey and Tre'von Walton, Brandon, Gracie, Julian, and Ethan Prechtl, Willow and Meadow Hanes; and one great-great-grandchild, Jayvien Walton.
He is survived by two brothers: Fred Prechtl (Mary Ann) and Thomas Prechtl (Margaret); by three sisters: Mary Samick, Helen Lenox, and Margaret Gerg (Babe); a sister-in-law, Cindy Prechtl; a brother-in-law, Ed Saline; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Along with his parents and wife, Albert was preceded in death by two brothers: Richard "Dickey" Prechtl and Kenneth Prechtl; three sisters: Freda Cassels, Carolyn Saline, and Shirley in infancy; his father and mother-in-law, Jerome and Dorothy Nicklas; sisters-in-law: Marie (Thomas) Walker, Francis (Richard) Zimmerman; and brother-in-law, Paul (Patricia) Nicklas.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at the Sacred Heart Church on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at 12 p.m. with the Rev. Thomas Curry, OSB, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 10-11:30 a.m.
Four of Albert's great-grandsons, Corey Walton, Brandon, Julian, and Ethan Prechtl, a grandson, Michael Pearsall and great-grandnephew, Rylan Zimmerman, will be Pallbearers. A hymn will be sung by John Walton.
Online condolences may be offered at www.lynch-radkowski.com .
Daily Press, The: 06MAR2023.
HFA: 06MAR2023.
- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Saline, Carolyn A (Prechtl).
Carolyn A. Saline, 72, of 103 Kemmer Rd., Kersey, died Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018 and went to be with the Lord after fighting a long battle with cancer for the last two and a half years.
She was born March 11, 1945 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Fred (Fritz) and Viola Krieg Prechtl.
She was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from the Ridgway Area High School. Carolyn worked at Quality Components in Daguscahonda for 36 years. Carolyn enjoyed spending her time with her husband Ed and their family. She was a member of the Women's Aglow and loved the Lord with all of her heart.
She is survived by her loving husband, Edward Saline; a daughter, Laurie Saline and her fiance Tom Assalone of Kersey; four grandchildren, Anthony (Tj) Greenawalt, Sierra Saline, Brady Hoffman and Sophia Assalone; a great-granddaughter, Chloe Greenawalt; four sisters, Frieda Cassels of St. Marys, Marion Samick of Erie, Helen Lenox of St. Marys and Margie Gerg and her husband Clarence (Babe) of Toby; three brothers, Albert Prechtl of St. Marys, Fred (Junnie) Prechtl and his wife Mary Anne of Daguscahonda, and Thomas Prechtl and his wife Peggy of Ridgway; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Prechtl; two brothers, Kenneth Prechtl and Richard (Dickie) Prechtl; a niece, Rhonda Kline; and a nephew, Chad Saline.
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service for Carolyn A. Saline at the Hallton Church Bible Training Center, Evergreen Drive, Ridgway, on Saturday, Feb. 24 at noon with Pastor Ron Burkett officiating. There will be no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Marys Community Nurses Hospice.
Daily Press, The: 20Feb2018.
HFA: 03SEP2023.
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d. 15 Feb 2018, Kersey, Elk, Pennsylvania, USA