Thomas Blotzer Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Thomas “Josh” Blotzer Age 62 of Connellsville, formerly of East McKeesport, PA., went to be with the Lord after a courageous battle with cancer on June 20, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Ralph Blotzer of Beaver Falls. He is survived by his son Tristan Blotzer of Pittsburgh; his mother, Doris Blotzer; his siblings Dave Blotzer of Beaver Falls, Debra Marks (Robert) of Florence, AL., and Chris Blotzer (Rhonda) of Waupun, WI.; and nephews and a niece. Tom was an ASE Certified Master Mechanic who enjoyed his work and was eager to lend a hand repairing friend’s and family’s vehicles through the years. He had a happy, compassionate spirit, a mind of his own, and he never knew a stranger. The family would like to thank Tom’s special “angel” Connie Sovko for her help, loving care and endless support; his dedicated friend and neighbor Judy Sokolowski for years of assistance and love; Cheryl and Kelli at Amedysys/Viaquest Hospice in Connellsville for their extreme efforts, compassion and care on Tom’s behalf; the entire staff at Hillside Estates in Connellsville who cared for Tom like he was a family member; Lisa at Good Shepherd Cemetery for her kindness, guidance and skills in helping the family and Tom in recent months; all of his doctors and nurses throughout the years; and the Corl Funeral Chapel in Monroeville for their compassion and assistance. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, July 1, 2016 at St. Colman Catholic Church. Inurnment will follow in Good Shepherd Cemetery. Please feel free to honor Tom’s memory through a donation to your favorite charity.