Obituaries
June 14, 2020

Karl M. Radek – Pricedale

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Karl M. Radek, 58, of Pricedale, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020, at Leah’s Personal Care Home, Scottdale. Born March 14, 1962, in Long Beach, Calif., he was the son of the late Marvin P. Radek and Leah A. Wilkinson Radek, who survives and resides in Belle Vernon. A resident of Pricedale, Karl was Methodist by faith, was an avid drummer and played with Beatles tribute bands. In addition to his mother, Karl is survived by his three brothers, Paul M. Radek of Belle Vernon, Ray R. Radek of Belle Vernon and Lawrence F. Radek; a sister, Dianne J. Radek of Donora; and nephew, Jacob R. Radek. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at PARZYNSKI FUNERAL HOME & CREMATIONS LLC, family owned and operated, 626 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, 724-929-6183. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Parzynski Funeral Home & Cremations LLC, with his brother, Minister Paul M. Radek, officiating. Interment will take place in LaFayette Memorial Park. Keeping in compliance with the county and state mandate of “green phase,” guests are asked to please abide by personal protective guidelines, masks MUST be worn and social distancing must still be maintained. Condolences accepted at the funeral home’s website, www.parzynskifuneralhome.com.

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