Obituary

Chuha, Joseph E., 70, Johnstown, died August 13, 2014, at  Memorial Medical Center.  Born May 7, 1944, in Johnstown, son of the late Frank and Ann (Zahoran) Chuha. Survived by his wife, Romayne, Johnstown; son, Joseph, Johnstown; stepson, Gerald Mihelic, Johnstown; granddaughters, Ryleigh and Makenna; sister, Frances (Edward) Baker, Bettendorf, Iowa; brother, John (Gloria) Chuha; and numerous nieces, nephews, step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by twin brothers, Frank and Eddie; sister, Susan Brown; and stepchildren, Pamela New and Douglas Mihelic.  Joseph was a graduate of Ferndale High School, Class of 1962.  After graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1962 to 1966 on the USS Orion.  He retired from Bethlehem Steel as a shearer at the 11-Inch Mill.  He was an avid hunter and fisherman, who loved spending time at the family camp in Warren County.  He also enjoyed gardening, riding his quad, and was a devoted Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates fan that never missed a game on TV.  At the request of Joseph, there will be no viewing or service. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, Va. 22312, in honor of Joseph E. Chuha.  Arrangements in care of Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory Inc., 146 Chandler Ave., exclusive provider of “Veterans and Family Memorial Care.”  Condolences may be made at HindmanFuneralHomes.com