Fraternity-Testvériség, 2007 (85. évfolyam, 1-3. szám)
2007-04-01 / 2. szám
William Szuch—(November 16, 1916—February 10, 2007) - by Nancy Robertson. February 10, 2007 marked the passing, at age 90, of a genuine friend and advocate for the HRFA—William Szuch. As a Board member for 20 years and an honorary Vice President for eight, Bill forged a lasting legacy of dedication and service. His role as point person for Bethlen Communities’ development of retirement village cottages exemplified his tireless commitment to achieving organization goals. Bill’s constant challenge to himself was not “how much” but “how much more” he could contribute of his time and talents. His willing spirit knew no limits. By nature a sociable, energetic person, Bill enthusiastically embraced the HRFA’s mission to support religious and charitable activities and to preserve Hungarian fratemalism, heritage, and culture in this country. He was truly a hand-on member. Always well informed and willing to speak his mind on important issues, he was equally ready to roll up his sleeves if a “shoulder to the wheel” were needed. While those who worked with Bill over the years may not always have agreed with his views, none would have questioned his sincere desire to consistently act in the best interests of the HRFA and the Bethlen Home. Bill was born November 16, 1916, in Leechburg, PA to the late Joseph and Susan Szuch. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Helen, and his son, William James. He retired with over 35 years of service from the former Sharon Transformer Division of Westinghouse Electric Corp. The oldest Chief Elder at Bethlehem Presbyterian Church in Sharon, Bill was also a 32nd Degree Mason and member of Kedron Lodge 389 in West Middlesex and the New Castle Consistory. During Word War II, Bill served in the Army as a combat engineer and was a decorated war veteran. As much as he enjoyed participating in church and fraternal activities, Bill also honed his skills at golf, and it may be said that he played as hard as he worked. In summary, Bill Szuch cared deeply about his family, his colleagues, his country, and this organization. As we go forward with our own efforts in the HRFA, may we well remember and aspire to the example be set. There could be no better way to honor the memory of this special man. ♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ 1 1 r~;>s Carolyn Jean Kash—(September 24, 1946 - October 31,2006) We are sadden to inform of the passing of Carolyn Jean Kash a former HRFA Branch Manager of Branch 226. Carolyn, age 60 of Daisytown, PA (Clover Hill) died Tuesday, October 31, 2006. She was bom September 24, 1946 in Rochester, PA a daughter of the late Michael and Julia Bercik King. Mrs. Kash attended the former West Pike Run Schoolhouse and was a 1964 graduate of California Area High School. She graduated in 1968 from the now California University of Pennsylvania with degrees in Biology and English. At times she waited tables, drove trucks, raced MG’s, went skydiving, and even worked in the Vesta #4 Mine in the late 1970’s. After teaching in high schools near Philadelphia she settled back in Daisytown on her family’s farm and taught in the California Area and Beth-Center High Schools as a long term substitute. Musical by nature, she sang with Joan Baez and once with Count Basie. She enjoyed bingo, bowling, cooking and things involving the theatre. Mrs. Kash was an active lifetime member of the Daisytown Hungarian Presbyterian Church, Daisytown, PA, a member of the Hungarian Reformed Church of Duquesne, PA, and a member and former Branch Manager of Branch 226 for The Hungarian Refomied Federation of America. On June 15, 1975 she married Alexander Kash III of Daisytown, PA who survives. Also surviving is a son Jeffrey A. Kash of Pittsburgh, PA and her daughter Amanda R. Kash of Manchester, CT; one brother John Charles “Jack” King (Karin)of Dallas, TX; two sisters - Eleanor Louise Bérezik of Manchester, CT and Linda Joyce King (David) of Daisytown, PA; also surviving are many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. A Memorial Service was held at the Hungarian Reformed Church of Duquesne, Pennsylvania with the Rev. Dr. Joseph Posta officiating. 4 Fraternity - Testvériség / Summer 2007 29
