Joseph J. Jendrysik, 98, a lifelong resident of Union Twp., passed away peacefully Saturday morning, July 23, 2022.

Mr. Jendrysik was born November 13, 1923, in New Castle, a son of the late Vincent and Sophia (Konopka) Jendrysik, and was a 1941 graduate of Union High School.

In 1991, Joe retired from Rockwell International's Axel Division in New Castle, following 30 years of employment. He had also worked for Mesta Machine and D.O. Davies Shoe Store.

On July 18, 1954, he married his beloved wife of 64 years, Leona F. (Plonka) Jendrysik, and she preceded him in death February 11, 2019.

Joe was an active member of the Holy Spirit Parish of New Castle – St. Mary's site and was formerly a longtime member of Madonna Church, Union Twp. For many years, he was a fixture at all church festivals, events, and fundraisers, always welcoming visitors with his big smile and a friendly hello.

Joe was also a member of the Union Twp. Lion's Club; K. Pulaski Social Club; and St. Vincent DePaul Society.

A lifelong Notre Dame Fighting Irish fan, he also enjoyed cheering on the West Virginia Mountaineers football and basketball teams. Joe always looked forward to spending time outdoors working in his flower gardens, and above all else, loved to support his grandchildren in their many endeavors and remain active in their lives.

He is survived by his daughter, Nancy Kolodziej, of New Castle; and two grandchildren, Justin Kolodziej (Jennifer), of Zionville, NC; and Melissa Kolodziej, of New Castle.

In addition to his parents and wife, Joe was preceded in death by four brothers, Walter, John, Stanley, and Frank Jendrysik.

Calling hours will be 2 to 5 p.m. Thursday (7-28-22) in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 111 W. Falls St., New Castle.

A funeral service will be held immediately following at 5 p.m., in the funeral home.

Interment: Madonna Cemetery, Union Twp.