Eric ‘Rick’ Anthony Meneskie – California, Pa.

Eric “Rick” Anthony Meneskie, 70, of California, Pa., passed away after a lengthy illness, Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021, in Washington Health System Greene with his loving wife by his side. He was born Jan. 23, 1951, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Thomas and Charlotte Rakoczy Meneskie. Rick was a 1968 graduate of California Area High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from California University of Pennsylvania in 1974. Mr. Meneskie was employed at Consol Dillworth Mine in Carmichaels for 27 years. He retired from the Consol Loveridge Mine in West Virginia in 2009. After his retirement, he worked in the cardiopulmonary department at Centerville Clinic as its outreach representative until 2018. Fueled by his love of reading and quest for knowledge, Rick had the honor of competing on his beloved game show “Jeopardy!” in 2009. Rick loved the outdoors and enjoyed golfing, hiking and observing nature. He often prepared delicious culinary creations. He loved cooking and trying new recipes. Rick’s curiosity led him to travel to many destinations. He cared deeply for his family and friends. He was a kind, gentle man with a wonderful sense of humor. Surviving are his wife, Patricia Marcolini Meneskie; a son, Christian Meneskie (Jessica Burkey) of Monessen; a brother, Gerald Madison of Charleston, S.C.; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, William Madison; and sister, Faith Ann Yorty. Friends will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 4, 2021 at JOHN B. GREENLEE FUNERAL HOME LTD., 2830 Main St., Beallsville, PA. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Association for Frontal Temporal Degeneration, 2700 Horizon Drive, Suite 120, King of Prussia, PA 19406. Online guestbook and personal condolences may be accessed at www.GreenleeFuneralHome.com.