Obituary

George Kuzmiak, 98, Conemaugh, passed away on October 1, 2026. Born on April 22, 1928, to the late John and Mary (Kocemba) Kuzmiak. Preceded in death by loving wife, Dorothy Pearl (Gustkey) Kuzmiak; son, George E. Kuzmiak; siblings, Mary Martha, Irene “Kay”, Marge, Julia “Jay”, Maggie, and Steve; and in-laws, William, Dutch, Lilliann, Betty, and Chuck. Survived by sons, Paul and John Kuzmiak (Renee); grandchildren, Eric Kuzmiak (Susan Aurandt) and Maria Nealen (Zach); great grandchildren, Gianna, Mason, Liam, and Grace; and numerous nieces and nephews. George worked for many years at Bethlehem Steel. George was an avid fisherman and helped to stock fish in PA. He enjoyed music, dancing, sports, especially supporting Conemaugh Valley teams where he was voted a #1 fan.  Family, friends, and neighbors often enjoyed George sharing his cooking and baking with them.  As a family man, George especially enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  George honorably served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church where he sung in the choir and ushered.

Family will receive friends on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 9:00 until 12:00 at Hindman Funeral Homes, 1521 Frankstown Road, Johnstown, PA 15902. A liturgy will follow at 1:00 at Zion Lutheran Church, 613 Locust Street, Johnstown, PA 15901. George will be laid to rest at Grandview Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff at Arbutus and Windber Hospice for their expert care. Arrangements in care of Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., “Exclusive Provider of Veterans and Family Memorial Care.” Condolences may be made at HindmanFuneralHomes.com.