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Greensburg Elmer Painley, 93, of Greensburg, formerly of Uniontown, passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2024, in Westmoreland Hospital, Greensburg, with his loving family by his side. He was born May 19, 1931, in West Leisenring. Preceding him in death were his parents, Joseph and Irene Bella Painley.
Surviving are his wife of 67 years, Barbara Krosni Painley; children, Kathleen Sandorf and husband Michael, Carolyn Brittingham and husband Kim, Joseph Painley, Mary Beth Sharp and husband John, Ann Larochelle and husband Jim, and Jennifer Robba and husband David; 15 grandchildren, Jonathan (Casey), Jessica, Taylor, Eric (McKenzie), Megan, Erin (Bobby), Adam, Josh (Jessica), Andrew (Christien), Matthew, Jacob (Juliana), Allison, Sydney (Micah), Alex, and Grace; four great- grandchildren, Catherine, Nicholas, Elias and Owen; sister, Cecelia Sages; and nieces, nephews and cousins. Elmer graduated from North Union High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Notre Dame. He was employed as a project engineer at Rockwell International / Sensus Technologies until he retired.
Elmer enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He often reminisced about his adventures with his special cousin, Raymond Painley, at West Leisenring and Notre Dame. During his earlier years, he found pleasure in hunting, fishing, golfing and gardening.
It was an honor for him to serve as a Eucharistic Minister and prayer group leader. He spent his time in recent years working on crossword puzzles, Sudoku puzzles, and wood crafts. He delighted in telling jokes to everyone he encountered.
Above all, he loved his Lord, and he was a faithful servant of God. The family will receive friends and familyfrom 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Monday, October 21, in the DEAN C. WHITMARSH FUNERAL HOME, 134 West Church Street, Fairchance, where visitation continues until 9:15 a.m.
Tuesday, October 22, when Prayers of Transfer will be said. His Funeral Mass follows at 10 a.m.
in Saint John the Evangelist Church, 50 Jefferson Street, Uniontown. Interment will follow in Mount Saint Macrina Cemetery, Uniontown. A special “Thank You” to caregiver and friend, Amy Hayden.
Additionally, thank you to the doctors, nurses, aides, and staff at Mercy Hospital, Westmoreland Hospital, and Westmoreland Manor Nursing Home. Memorial contributions, in his name, can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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