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Julian F. "Bud" Asti | 82
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Julian F. “Bud” Asti, 82, of 120 Edward Road, St. Marys, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
Bud was born at home in Johnsonburg on July 27, 1942. He was the son of the late Anthony “Tony” and Mildred Aiello Asti. He was a lifelong resident of the area, attended Johnsonburg schools. Following high school, Bud started working at Pure Carbon until he furthered his education at the Educational Institute of Pittsburgh, where he earned his diploma in Design and Engineering Drafting. After earning his diploma, he started his career with Airco Carbon. With the closing of Airco he worked in powdered metal manufacturing until 2000 when Bud and his nephew, David Croyle, started, Ricochet Xpress Expedite Service. He retired from Ricochet in 2015.
On June 13, 1970, in Queen of the World Church, Bud married Rita L. Straub, who survives. They were blessed to share fifty-four years of marriage.
In addition to his loving wife, he is survived by three daughters: Julie Ginther (Aaron) of St. Marys, Mary Anderson (Craig) of St. Marys, and Bridget Forster (Jason) of Weedville; seven grandchildren: Amelia and Alicia Ginther, Elizabeth and David Anderson, and Patrick, Lilah, and Haley Forster; a nephew that was like a brother, Dennis “Denny” Asti of Johnsonburg; sisters-in-law: Patricia Brock, Carlene Koch, Mary Bea Maloney (Dutch), all of St. Marys and Sandy Asti of Ridgway; many nieces and nephews; and the compassionate and caring staff at Elk Haven Nursing Home.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by seven sisters: Theresa Croyle, Evelyn Danner, Frances “Franny” Mecca, Mildred “Nan” Salter, Dorothy Lindenmuth, Lucille “Lou” Haight, and Delores “Dee” Fulton; and two brothers: Frank “Galie” and Anthony “Butch” Asti. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.
Bud was veteran of the United States Army Reserve from 1964 until 1970. He was a faithful parishioner of Sacred Heart Church and School where he was instrumental in the Shape program and volunteered in a variety of ways including Bingo. Bud enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s activities, sporting events and concerts. Bud looked forward to Sunday family gatherings, picnics, and football.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Sacred Heart Church on Friday, October 18, 2024 at 1:00PM with Rev. Herald Brock, celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Full military honors will be accorded by the St. Marys Servicemen’s Burial Detail.
Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home on Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 5:00PM until 7:00PM.
Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Elk Haven Nursing Home, 785 Johnsonburg Road, St. Marys, PA 15857 or to Penn Highlands Community Nurses, 757 Johnsonburg Road, Suite 200, St. Marys, PA 15857.
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Dear Rita and family, So very sorry to hear this hard on the heart news. Rita, I still have amazing Girl Scout memories of you as our Leader. Wonderful times at camp and on and on…Bud always there for a strong back up and help… Sincerest condolences, Larry and K8 Nekuza
Extending our most heartfelt sympathies to each of you. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending our sincere condolences to Rita and family. Keeping you in our prayers.
Terry and Charo Brock
Sending sincere sympathy and prayers to all of Bud’s family.
Remember all of the good times you had together.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Thoughts and prayers for the family.
My deepest condolences to our Bud’s Wife and Family. It was an absolute pleasure to help care for Bud and we’re are going to miss him so very much. He was such a sweet guy and he became our family also. Thank you guys for being so welcoming to all of us. I’m thinking of you all and may Bud rest with the Angels. ❤️