June 26 1928 June 26 2020 (age 92)
Obituary CAMPBELL…Funeral Services will be held at 2:00pm on Wednesday July 1, 2020 in Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church for Peter Hrelec who passed away at Vibra Hospital on his 92nd birthday, June 26. Peter was born in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania to his parents, Nicholas and Anna Spivak Hrelec. Peter grew up in New Springfield and later moved to Campbell to make a home with his wife, Dorothy Raseta Hrelec. They were united in marriage at the Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church on June 27, 1948. Peter was a generous man. Always giving his time and talents to his family, his community, friends, and his church. If anyone needed a handyman, a plumber, or an electrician, he was the first one to get the call. Peter was also known to many others as the “candy man”. Whenever he went to the doctor’s office, the bank, or the store, he would always treat someone to a bag of chocolates. He was very concerned about the environment. Peter would collect cans to recycle, and routinely take walks each morning in Roosevelt Park, where he would pick up litter and trash. He voluntarily plowed walkways in the park for others during inclement weather. It was not unusual to find him at a city hall meeting, voicing his concerns over matters in his city. Peter was a devoted Christian who loved his church. He worked tirelessly there shoveling sidewalks, trimming branches, mowing the lawn, and countless other chores. He was the co-chairman of the church fish fry, served as the treasurer for 6 years, and continued to be a worker till he became ill. He held many positions in the church including, serving as vice president, board member, and bar chairman for Serbian Day. He received the prestigious honor “A Gramatta,” an Episcopal Citation granted by His Grace Bishop Mitrophan. Peter was a member of the Eastern Orthodox Men’s Society. He served as President for 3 years. He was a founder of the Avala Tamburitzans, along with his wife, and served as president for several years. Peter and his wife began a kolo group in their home for 10 years and routinely took the group to perform at various events in the area. In addition, Peter was a volunteer fireman for 45 years in the city of Campbell, a volunteer for the American Red Cross working the fair and events in the area, as well as, teaching First Aid classes. He was an EMT and a First Aid volunteer. He received his GED at the age of 60. Most importantly, he was so proud to serve as a marine in WWII and the Korean War. He worked at Fifficks Gas station for many years. He was a warranty claims administrator and a parts counter salesman at Donnell Ford, T-Roy Gordons, and Stadium Lincoln-Mercury. He also was a Pinkerton Guard and provided first aid care at Valley Mold and Iron. Peter leaves many loved ones who cherish his memory: his children: Ruby (Ken)Peltz and Nick (Marian) Hrelec of Campbell and Carolyn Antalocy, Tammy(Matt) Sensibaugh and Peter (Tracey)Hrelec Jr. all of Columbus. He also leaves 12 grandchildren; Ken (Kathy) Peltz and David. Gary Antalocy, Brian and Adam (Dani), Dr. Candace Hrelec (Jared) Borg, Heather (Jim) Bigley, and Nick (Deanna) Hrelec Jr., Kristina, and Jimmy Sensibaugh, and Sean and Pete Hrelec. He also leaves 7 great-grandchildren; Joseph Peltz, Ellie, Leo, Evanna and Colton Antalocy, Adriana, and Peyton Hrelec. In addition, he leaves several nieces and nephews. He also leaves his companion of several years, Regina Weiss. Preceding him in death were his loving wife Dorothy, his parents and in-laws, his son-in-law Gary Antalocy, a grandchild Keith Antalocy and his brother Steve Hrelec, sisters; Katherine Mihin, Ann Zitkovic, and Mary Zaluski. The family would like to thank Dr. Frangopoulos, Dr. Krishnan, Dr. Tanesha, and Vibra Hospital for the excellent care of their father. Calling hours will be at Wasko Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 30 from 4-7pm. Due to COVID-19, the 6 foot rule will be honored, and we ask that all guests, whose health allows, wear a mask. For safety of everyone, we politely ask that all visitors do not linger at the funeral home after seeing the Hrelec Family. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Peter Hrelec, please visit our floral store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Peter Hrelec June 26 1928 June 26 2020 (age 92).
Death notice for the town of: Campbell, state: Ohio