Frank J. Habe Jr.
World War II veteran loved working his farm
Frank J. Habe Jr., 92, of Canonsburg, died Tuesday, November 19, 2013, in Greenery Specialty Care, Canonsburg.
He was born September 21, 1921, in Marianna, a son of Frank J. Sr. and Anna Zigon Habe.
Mr. Habe had worked for Pittsburgh Coal Co. in Lindley Mine and for Beth Energy Mines in the Wilson Shop and the mine.
He was a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Army in Europe. He received several medals, including the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with five bronze stars.
Mr. Habe loved working his farm, where he raised mink, sheep and beef cattle. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoying hunting, fishing and trapping. He had his private pilots license and enjoyed flying.
He was a member of United Mine Workers.
On May 8, 1964, he married Frances Rohrich, who died September 12, 2000.
Surviving are a daughter, Rebecca Washabaugh (Robert) of Canonsburg; three grandchildren, Emily Anestis (Ron), Samuel Washabaugh (Tera) and Amber Habe; a great-grandson, Jacob Anestis; a daughter-in-law, Linda Habe; and several nieces and nephews.
Deceased are three sons, Charles, Kenneth and Daniel Habe; three brothers, Ed, Fred and Robert Habe; and a sister, Matilda Hunter.
Friends will be received from 10 to 11 a.m., the time of service, Friday, November 22, in McIlvaine-Speakman Funeral Home Ltd., Robert K. McIlvaine, owner/supervisor, 27 Cherry Avenue, Houston, PA 15342, with the Rev. Clarejean Haury officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Condolences may be left by viewing the obituary at www.mcilvaine-speakman.com.