Richard P. Craska
Age 93, of Penn Hills, was called by The Lord and Angels on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Richard was born on September 28, 1928 in Greenfield where he was raised by his parents Francis and Theresa Craska. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Shirley of 27 years and his brother Frank. Father of David (Danielle), Richard (Suzy), and Scott (Ruth); grandfather of Sean and Evan Craska; special, loving, and caring friend to Emma Borza, cousin Veronica Warziski, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dick served in the army and graduated from Duquesne University. He retired from J & L Steel and LTV Steel as an Industrial Engineer. He loved dancing to all types of music, his time spent at the beach, and traveling. Dick will be truly missed and loved by all who knew him. With many thanks to Kaleta Mutombo, his caregiver, and the Hospice Staff of AHN. Dick, rest in peace, your family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish or to a charity of your choice.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills, on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral prayers will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish, St. Susanna Church at 10 a.m. His final resting place will be at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Greenfield.