Donald Lee Modrick

Beloved coach, Army veteran, Pittsburgh sports fan
Donald Lee Modrick, born May 8, 1944, in Crucible, to Ada Buskirk and Mike Modrick, passed away Friday, January 3, 2014. With his wife of nearly 47 years, Adele, and his daughters, Yvonne and Jennifer, by his side, Donald succumbed to cancer after a short but brave battle.
Deceased are his parents; sister Edna “Dolly” Cheshire; brother John Modrick; and a brother who died in infancy, Marvin Modrick.
A veteran of the U.S. Army who served in the Vietnam War from 1965 to 1966, he was stationed at Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
Mr. Modrick was a graduate of St. Mary’s University with a degree in mathematics and enjoyed a 36-year career at City Public Service until retiring in 2006.
A life member and actively involved in St. Luke Men’s Club for more than 25 years, he also served on the Board of Adjustments in Leon Valley and was a former director and past president of CPS IBEW Federal Credit Union.
Mr. Modrick was a celebrated high school athlete who lettered in football, basketball, baseball and track. He was a sports enthusiast who remained a lifelong fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates and the Spurs from his adopted hometown of San Antonio, Texas.
He was a beloved coach and past president for St. Luke Catholic Youth Organization, mentor and supporter to the many youth he encountered, employees he nurtured and organizations to which he contributed his energy and dedication.
In addition to his wife and daughters, surviving are his younger brother, Edward Modrick and wife Kathy, and his sister-in-law, Carol Modrick, both of Carmichaels; nieces; and nephews.
All arrangements and services were private. Friends, colleagues and associates wishing to honor Mr. Modrick may make donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.
Condolences to the family may be posted at www.porterloring.com. Arrangements are with Porter Loring Mortuary, 1101 McCullough Avenue, San Antonio, 210-227-8221.