Ralph Prystash

Ralph Prystash, 90, of Monongahela, died Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Born in Donora on October 27, 1932, he was the son of the late John and Anna (Barna) Prystash.

Ralph was the last surviving member of his numerous siblings. He worked for many years for both US Steel and Washington & Jefferson College. He was a member of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Donora, the American Croatian Citizens Club and the American Legion in Donora. He honorably served his country in the U S Army during the Korean War.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Ina (Burgoyne) Prystash; son, Rodney Ralph (Dianna) Prystash of Donora; daughter, Jacquelyn (Terry) Rugh of Carroll Township; grandsons, Steven Rugh, Timothy Rugh and Zachary Prystash.

A Funeral service was held in St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, Donora with the Very Rev. Gregory Peterson officiating. Interment, with full Military Honors, followed in Mon Valley Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, 1 St. Nicholas Drive, Donora, PA 15033.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the James C. Stump Funeral Home Inc., 580 Circle Drive, Rostraver Township (724-929-7934) www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com