Obituary

John R. Kawchak, 61, of Windber, died December 10, 2012 at Memorial Medical Center.

Born July 2, 1951 in Johnstown, son of the late John and Ella (Lamb) Kawchak.

Preceded in death by son, John and sister, Anna Gindlesperger.

Survived by wife, the former Karen Mihalko, Windber; daughter, Kristina, married to David Cardwell, Virginia Beach, VA and granddaughter, Cassidy Cardwell, Virginia Beach, VA.

John was a self-employed coalminer and was a certified mine electrician and had his foreman’s papers.

At the request of the deceased, there will be no viewing or service.