John J. Zerjav

John J. Zerjav, age 85, of Murrysville, formerly of Plum, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Forbes Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of 61 years to Carol A. (McWilliams) Zerjav; loving father of Raymond (Joan) Zerjav, David (Donna) Zerjav, Gary Zerjav and Holly (Ken) Mascaro; cherished grandfather of Kenneth Mascaro, Alena (Nick) Ferguson, Thomas Mascaro, Tyler Zerjav, Dylan Zerjav, Ryan Mascaro and Devin Zerjav; adored great-grandfather of Brinley Mascaro and Parker Ferguson. He was preceded in death by his parents, John M. and Ann Francis (Maler) Zerjav. John graduated from Turtle Creek High School and worked as a manager for John Hancock Life Insurance Company and as a shuttle driver for Smail Automotive. He was a proud Army veteran and was a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Joy Parish, where he served as an usher. He was an accomplished accordionist who loved polka music, and a car enthusiast who loved to collect classic cars. Most importantly, he was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Friends will be received from 2 - 4 & 6 - 8 PM Friday at the JOBE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, INC. (MONROEVILLE/PLUM CHAPEL) 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM Saturday at Our Lady of Joy Parish. Burial will follow at Plum Creek Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff of Forbes Hospital for their compassionate care. Online condolences may be given at www.jobefuneralhome.com
 

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