Paul E. Grantz

Paul E. Grantz, 87, of West Leechburg, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021 at Allegheny Valley Hospital in Natrona Heights.

A son of the late James Grantz and Ethel (Kerr) Grantz, he was born March 12, 1933, in Pittsburgh.

Paul was employed as a metallurgical technician at Allegheny Ludlum, Bagdad plant, for over 40 years before retiring in 1996. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force having served during the Korean War. He was a member of Christ the King Parish in Gilpin Twp. Paul enjoyed reading in his spare time, as well as spending time with his family.

Survivors include a son, Timothy Grantz (Mary-Claire) of West Leechburg; and one grandson, Matthew T. Grantz (Jennifer).

In addition to his parents, Paul was sadly preceded in death a week ago by his wife of 60 wonderful years, Patricia A.  (Zoldak) Grantz. Also preceding him in death was a brother who died in infancy; and a sister, Lois Walsh.

Friends will be welcomed by his family on Friday, February 19, 2021 from 10-11 a.m. at Christ the King Parish, 125 Park Road, Gilpin Twp. A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. with Rev. James H. Loew, O.S.B. as celebrant. All visitors are asked to respectfully follow current state guidelines of required masks/face coverings, social distancing and gathering restrictions. Private interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery in Apollo. The Clawson Funeral & Cremation Center, 170 Main Street, Leechburg (724-842-1051), has been entrusted with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s name may be made to Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Greensburg, 711 E. Pittsburgh Street, Greensburg, PA 15601.

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