Obituaries
August 31, 2022

Robert W. Urwin Sr. – Charleroi

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Robert W. Urwin Sr., 88, of Charleroi, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, at Premier Washington Health Care. He was born in Charleroi on March 5, 1934, son of John and Bertha Jackson Urwin. Robert was a member of Journey by Grace Church. He enjoyed hunting and truly loved making wooden crafts. Robert is survived by his son, Robert Urwin Jr. of Charleroi; four daughters, Debbie Wilkinson of Charleroi, Belinda Senich of Charleroi, Ruthie Urwin of Charleroi and Cindy Urwin of Donora; three sisters, Janet (Julian) Hewitt of Fallowfield Township, Dorothy (George) Cook of Fallowfield Township and Ruth (Albert) Gauden of Belle Vernon; along with numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eva Hough Urwin; and brother, Donald Urwin. There will be no public visitation. Burial will be private at Charleroi Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to LEONARD M. PAVLIC FUNERAL HOMES INC. Online condolences may be expressed at www.pavlicfuneralhomes.com.

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