Al “Bugs” graduated from Weir High School in 1947 where he was awarded All-State honors in basketball and baseball. In 1949-1950 he played semi-professional baseball in the Western Minnesota League.
From 1951-1955 Al served in the United States Air Force, stationed out of Andrews Air Force base. He served in special service. He was selected for the Air Force basketball team and participated in Goodwill games throughout Europe and Africa.
On September 25,1954 “Bugs“ married Veda Danze at the First Baptist Church in Weirton, where he served as a Deacon, Trustee and volunteered working on many maintenance projects.
Employed at the Weirton Steel Company, “Bugs” was a pipe-fitter foreman and later worked in the maintenance department for the Steel Works Employee FCU.
He was co-chairman of the Weir High School 1947 Class Reunion committee, member VFW, the Savage Club, Elks and Moose Lodge. “Bugs” loved to golf, enjoyed bowling and watching sports.
Al was preceded in death by his Father and Mother, Albert and Mary Orwasky, brothers Raymond and Norman Orwasky and sister Irene Riddle.
Albert “Bugs” was a wonderful family man and always gave of his time and talents for family, friends and others. He is survived by his wife Veda, son Dr. Michael Orwasky (Dr. Carol), grandchildren Alexandra DeHart (Nick) and David Orwasky and great granddaughter Penelope DeHart.
For the past 10 years, Albert and Veda have been residing near their family in Sarasota, FL. He will be laid to rest with military honors at the Sarasota National Cemetery.
A visitation and funeral service will be held for family and friends at the Robert Toale & Sons Funeral Home - Wiegand Chapel, 7454 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231 on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 beginning at 10:30 am, with service at 11:30 am. Commital service to follow at 1:30 pm at the Sarasota National Cemetery, 9810 State Road 72, Sarasota, FL 34241.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Faith Baptist Church, 8751 Fruitville Rd., Sarasota, FL 34240, or First Baptist Church, 307 Homewood Ave., Weirton, WV 26062.
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