Walter A. Saymansky
Walter A. Saymansky, of North Strabane, and formerly of both The Villages, Fla. and Carnegie, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at the age of 96.
Walter was born in Washington, to the late John and Anna Saymansky on June 24, 1927.
He was a graduate of Washington High School in 1945, and then served in the Army, stationed in Germany, and was part of the Occupation Force at the end of World War II. After that, he went to the Pittsburgh Triangle School of Drafting.
Walter was a Research Engineer with Consol Energy for most of his career. He also was a Fire Fighter for the North Strabane Fire Department and a member of the American Legion.
He was preceded in death by his late wife, Doris Kenzleiter, whom he married on July 3, 1949, and had a 70 year marriage with before she passed away in 2019. He was fortunate to retire in his mid 50’s and he and his wife enjoyed almost 30 years in Florida, golfing, traveling and enjoying time with many friends and family. In their older years they returned to the Pittsburgh area to be close to their sons.
Walter spent the last two years of his life living with his son, Jay and daughter-in-law, Christina, along with their clan of dogs, enjoying the special home inside their home that they created just for him, so he could be independent but also be with family for however long he had left. This brought him so much joy and happiness.
Surviving are two sons, Gary Saymansky of Bridgewater and Jay (Christina) Saymansky of North Strabane; and a brother, Edward Saymansky of Washington; he is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and several close companion dogs.
The family also wants to mention two special people who stepped up in huge ways to help with Walter’s care and happiness in his last few years. The first is his special niece and Goddaughter, Anna Cottrill, who also survives him and was a huge part of his life. Anna spent countless hours with him, especially during the last two years, and her visits meant the world to him. The second is a close family friend, Kevin Datchuk, who Walter adored. Kevin provided the family occasional time away and was always doing many thoughtful things for Walter.
Deceased are his grandson, Scott Saymansky; sisters, Francis Saymansky and Carolyn Pollock; an infant brother, John Saymansky; two special companion dogs, Daisy and Lucy; and many other family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to either Elk County Humane Society (1029 E. Eschbach Rd, St. Mary’s, PA 15857) or The Humane Society of Somerset County (PO Box 182, Somerset, PA 15501).
Funeral arrangements by Beinhauer. Family and friends are welcome from 2 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at 2828 Washington Road, McMurray, 724-941-3211. A blessing service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, August 4th in the funeral home, directly followed by interment at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.
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