Andrew J. Kubasiak – Monessen, formerly of Donora
Obituaries
April 8, 2026

Andrew J. Kubasiak – Monessen, formerly of Donora

MONESSEN, FORMERLY OF DONORA Andrew J. Kubasiak, 76, of Monessen (formerly of Donora), died on April 7, 2026, at Grandview Est ates, Eliza beth, Pa. He was born on Aug. 31, 1949, to the late Andrew S. and Mary Horvat Kubasiak. He was a furniture repair and craftsman for Ethan Allen and after retirement he worked at Napa Auto parts in Rostraver Township. Andy was an avid fisherman and especially enjoyed his trips with his sons to Lake Erie for his annual walleye trip. He also was a Pittsburgh sports fan, especially the Steelers, and was a former Monessen youth soccer coach. He enjoyed traveling and cruises with his wife Lesley, and his favorite place to go was the Smoky Mountains. He was a car enthusiast and watched NASCAR and worked on his own cars. Andy is survived by his wife of 45 years, Lesley (Gregg) Kubasiak; three sons, Gregg (Christa Piefer) Kubasiak of Carroll Township, Aaron (Kim Fredenberg) Kubasiak of West Newton, and Ben (Robin) Kubasiak of Robinson; grandchildren, Klayton, Kash, Julia and Lacey; brother, John (Janet) Kubasiak; sister, Dorthea Tabish; brother-

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