Andrew J. Sabados, Sr obituary

Andrew J. Sabados, Sr

Passed 11/26/2011

Obituary For Andrew J. Sabados, Sr

Andrew J. Sabados, Sr., 89, of Steubenville, OH died Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Valley Hospice Care Center North. He was born June 5, 1922 in Toronto, OH the oldest son of the late Andrew J. and Anna Kovach Sabados. Andy was a member of the church and choir at both St. Peter's and the former St. Stanislaus Church. He participated in the Civilian Conservation Corps' in the 1930's where he helped in the rebuilding of the infrastructure in the western states. He was an active member in the Polish National Alliance, where he was the president and treasurer for many years. After retiring from Sears, where he worked for 39 years, Andy filled his time with many interests. He was an avid gardener, sport fisherman, expert woodworker and craftsman. An accomplished musician, Andy played violin, mandolin and guitar. He also enjoyed singing and was an active member of the Tri-State Harmonizers, the Barbershop Chorus and the Toronto Seniors (The Gad- A – Bouts). Perhaps one of his greatest pleasures was the many family vacations he took over the years with his children and grandchildren. Andrew was preceded in death by his sister Mary Sabados and brother Edward Sabados. Andrew is survived, and forever loved, by his wife of 64 years, Irene A. Grajewski Sabados; children Barbara (David) Johnson of Arlington Heights, IL, Suzanne Petrie of Arlington Heights, IL, Andrew (Carol) Sabados, Jr. of Irving, TX, Michael Sabados of Houston, TX and Patricia (Glen) Piechowski of Palatine, IL; two brothers Joseph Sabados of Steubenville, OH and John (Marge) of Brunswick, OH; eleven grandchildren Katie, Genesa, Matthew, Cara, Lesli, Andrew, Patrick, Kristy, Allyson, Joe and Kristina and three great grandchildren Kaylee, Samuel and Kendall . Friends may call at Shorac Funeral Home, 611 North Fourth St., Steubenville (Formerly McClave Funeral Home) on Sunday 4 – 8 p.m. Funeral Liturgy with mass will be celebrated at St. Peters Catholic Church on Monday at 10 a.m. with Msgr. George Yontz celebrant. Entombment at Mt. Calvary. Vigil service Sunday 7:30p.m.

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09/03/2024

Billy Michnowicz

My condolences to Mrs. Sabados & the entire Sabados family. As a young friend of Michael's I spent a lot of good times at the Sabados home on Roosevelt & remember Mr. Sabados well. Best wishes to you all.
09/03/2024

Mrs. Louis (Betty) Drazic

Dear Irene and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Betty Drazic
09/03/2024

Marilyn LaRue

To the Sabados family: I am so sorry for your loss. Andrew, from what I have seen was a wonderful caring man who was surround by a beautiful family. May God Bless all of you and keep you close during such a difficult time. I send all of the family my deepest sympathy. Andrew will truly be missed.
09/03/2024

Theresa (Marut) Orenchuk

Barbara Jean: I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passsing. I saw it in the Steubenville Herald Star and was told about it by my mother-in-law, Mary Orenchuk. I remember your Dad (and Mom) from all of our grade school get togethers at your house. He was such a hoot! May God wrap him in his loving arms and may he dance the Polka in heaven with all the other St. Stanislaus members who have gone before him. My sympathies to you, your Mom and your brothers and sisters. God Bless all of you in your time of loss. Your old grade school friend, Theresa Marut-Orenchuk
09/03/2024

Stephanie zackiewicz Bourquin

Dear Mrs S (Irene), Barbara (Babwa), Susie(Suz), Andrew(Sandy) Michael(Vitsol) and Patty, My Heart is heavy to hear of the death of a great man, father,and all around nice person. My second family. May God be with all of you during this time and always. I really miss the days. I would have been there today, but I just found out this morning and am not able to make it, but know my thoughts and prayers are there with all of you. God less you. Love, The Bourquins Stephanie and Ron
09/03/2024

Ron Pizzoferrato

Irene & family; I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Andy @ Sears, both the old store and mall.He was a kind and great guy to be associated with..Always in good humor and enjoying a laugh.We didn't see much of each other lately,but i was aware of his love for music..May you treasure the good memories and may God Bless him and you all...Ron Pizzoferrato

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