Apr 25, 2021

Donald R. Brauchler, 86, of Washington, died Thursday, April 22, 2021, in his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born August 25, 1934, in Latrobe, a son of the late Paul and Mary Wilkinson Brauchler.

Mr. Brauchler was a 1952 graduate of Latrobe High School and went on to work as a machinist for RCA, Star Dynamics and McGraw-Edison. He was also a television repairman.

He enjoyed staying on top of the stock market and doing repairs on almost anything. He loved traveling to Disney World and going on cruises with his wife. He was a member of the Jefferson Avenue United Methodist Church, Washington.

On October 12, 1980, in Washington, he married Wenda Grenci, who survives.

Also surviving are a son, Nicholas (Cristin) Brauchler of Fort Wayne, Ind.; a brother, Charles (Ruth) Brauchler of Jefferson Hills; a sister, Lila (George) Butz of Wernersville; a granddaughter, Rae Marie Brauchler; and several nieces and nephews.

Deceased is a sister, Nancy Cross.

All services will be private and have been entrusted to Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors, Inc.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Petsearch at www.petsearchpa.org.

Condolences may be expressed at www.piattandbarnhillfh.com. Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors, Inc., Charles R. Piatt, owner/supervisor, and Andrew C. Piatt, director.