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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, Leo J. (1953).
Leo Prechtl Passed Away Last Night
Funeral Thursday at Nine for Cancer Victim
Leo J. Prechtl, 39 of 513 Maurus street, passed away at 10:50 o’clock last night at his home. The victim of dreaded cancer. He had been ill since May, 1952. During that time he had been hospitalized in various cancer centers in New York and other cities, as well as the hospital here.
The deceased was born here on June 3, 1914, son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Rupp Prechtl. He attended st. Marys Parochial and Central High Schools. He was an employe of Stackpole Carbon Co. the past 21 years. He was last able to work on January 5. This year. Prior to that he worked a few days a week since first stricken.
Mr. Prechtl is survived by his wife, the former Devina Wolf, whom he married in St. Cecelia’s Church, Benezette, on June 26, 1938, and two daughters Jean Marie and Patricia Ann.
Other survivors include five sisters and seven brothers. They are: Clara, Mrs. John Detsch; Bertha, Mrs. George Samick; Mildred, Mrs. Regis Wegemer of St. Marys; Anna, Mrs. Constantine McCabe of Olean; Agnes, Mrs. Joseph Repko, of Wilcox.
Michael, Edward, Frederick, Raymond, John, James and Jerome Prechtl, all of St. Marys.
The deceased’s mother passed away here on April 9, this year, and his father died 25 years ago.
He was a member of the C. M. F. Club.
Requiem mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church Thursday morning at nine o’clock wit interment to follow n Parish Cemetery.
Mr. Prechtl all during his suffering always thought of others, who were also victims of cancer. One of his dying wishes was that he would prefer to have his friends make a donation to the Cancer Society rather than purchase flowers for him.
Historical Society of St. Marys & Benzinger Township, The
Daily Press, The; 24NOV1953
HFA: 30APR2023
- [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.
- [S234] Staff, Daily Press, The, (Name: Daily Press, The; Location: St. Marys, Elk, Pennsylvania, United States;), Prechtl, Frederick M (1932-2025).
Frederick M. “Fred” Prechtl, 92, of 3553 Ridgway-St. Marys Rd., Daguscahonda, passed away Monday evening, April 14, 2025 at Penn Highlands-Elk, St. Marys, following a brief illness. He was born on September 28, 1932 in Daguscahonda, a son to the late Frederick M. Prechtl, Sr. and Viola Krieg Prechtl. In October of 1956 in Johnsonburg, he married Mary Ann Villella and she survives.
A lifelong resident of Daguscahonda, he attended elementary school there. He was a graduate of Ridgway High School. Fred’s biggest love in his life was his grandchildren and their sporting events, having rarely missed one. He was always there for his family and was very proud of being a Korean War Veteran. He was a multiple time state champ at horseshoes, an avid bowler, and in 2023, at age 90, he became a track star, competing in Nationals in the 90-95 age group. Next to his family, his great love was hunting and trapping, always looking for his next trophy, which he always achieved. Fred’s favorite teams were the “Raiders” and Pirates and he never missed a game.
Fred had retired from GTE Sylvania as an incandescent mechanic after many decades of service. He had also worked for Hyde-Murphy Company in his younger years.
A Korean Era Army Vet, Fred served overseas as a Corporal with Co C, 22 Div, 3rd Infantry Regt.
In addition to his wife, Fred is survived by his children, Richard Prechtl of Ridgway, Theresa Salberg (Michael) of Wilcox, Douglas Prechtl (Pauline) of Daguscahonda, Donna Nussbaum (Randy), of St. Marys and Judi Jones (David) of Wilcox, his grandchildren, Michael Prechtl (Ashley), Maria Jones, Julia Jones, Brady Nussbaum and Colby Nussbaum and his great-grandchildren, Austin, Landry and Brooks Prechtl.
He is also survived by siblings Mary Samick of Erie, Helen Lenox of St. Marys, Margie Gerg (Babe) of Toby and Thomas Prechtl (Margaret) of Ridgway, a daughter-in-law, Loretta Pasi, of Ridgway and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Fred is predeceased by sisters Freida Cassels, Carolyn Saline and Shirley Prechtl in infancy, and brothers, Albert “Albie” Prechtl, Richard “Dickey” Prechtl and Kenneth Prechtl.
Friends and family are asked to attend a Mass of Christian Burial for Frederick M. “Fred” Prechtl, Jr. to be conducted at Holy Rosary Church, Johnsonburg, on Tuesday April 22, at 10 AM, with Fr. David Wilson, Pastor as celebrant. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery. There will be no visitation.
Arrangements are under direction of the Anthony F. Ferragine Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 401 Chestnut Street, Johnsonburg.
Military Honors will be accorded by the Johnsonburg-Wilcox Servicemen’s Detail. Detail members are asked to assemble at the funeral home on Tuesday morning at 9:15 AM.
Memorial contributions in Fred’s name can be made to the Korean War Veteran’s Assn. at kwva.us/donate
Ferragine Funeral Home: 17APR2025
Accessed: 19APR2025
- [S431] Kane Republican, The, Obituary: Prechtl, John B.
Father of Wilcox Woman Dies
John B. Prechtl, 63, the father of a Wilcox resident, died Wednesday morning at Andrew Kaul Memorial Hospital, St. Marys, following a long illness.
He was born June 23, 1910, in St. Marys, a son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth Rupp Prechtl. He retired from Quality Components in Daguscahonda due to failing health.
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Tucker Prechtl; two daughters, Mrs. Donald Brennan (Beverly) of St. Marys and Mrs. Richard Mawn (Linda), of Wilcox. Also surviving are two sons, Merle and William, both of Daguscahonda, and 16 grandchildren.
He is also survived by the following brothers and sisters: Raymond, Jerome and James, all of St. Marys; Mrs. Clara Detsch, Mrs. Regis Wegemer (Mildred) and Mrs. Bertha Samick, all of St. Marys; Mrs. Anna McCabe of Ridgway and Mrs. Joseph Repko of Wilcox.
He was preceded in death by three brothers, Fred, Edward and Leo.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday at 10 a.m.in St. Benedict's Church, Daguscahonda with interment to following in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the John J. Lynch Funeral Home in St. Marys after 7 p.m. today and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday.
Kane Republican, The: 02AUG1973
Accessed: 26SEP2025
- [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.
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