Albert J. Oblak

Albert (Al) Oblak, 98, of Jeannette passed away peacefully last year on March 25, 2020. Because of certain restrictions during the pandemic, services were not held at that time. Al was the loving husband of Lena for 71 years and dedicated father of Mary Lynn and Joseph. He was the son of Thomas Sr. and Rose Raspet Oblak; and, was also the brother of Elsie Bohm, Mary Susa, Mildred Roscosky, Ruth Hlavsa, Evelyn Melinsky, Elizabeth Koupjack, Thomas Jr., John, Robert, Charles, and Edward. In addition, he was affectionately known as Uncle Al, or Sarge, to many nieces and nephews; and Godfather to many children- too many to mention, and he loved them all. Al was born and raised in Manor until he volunteered for the US Army where he proudly served in World War II. After the war, he married his wife Lena, and they lived the rest of their lives on Sloan Avenue in Jeannette. In addition to spending time with his wife and children, Al enjoyed playing pinochle with neighbors, bowling leagues with friends and relatives, holiday’s and visits with his in-laws Jean and Larry, going for walks, sitting on the porch, reading the paper, word puzzles, and most of all satisfying his sweet tooth. In recent years, Al was surrounded by many wonderful women caregivers who kept him and his late wife Lena safe and comfortable. His career included working for the Pennsylvania Railroad, Menzie Dairy, and Westinghouse Airbrake. He was proud of his Slovenian heritage and was a member of the SNPJ for 80 years. Al was also a member of, and regularly attended mass at, the Ascension Church in Jeannette. To remember Al, please exercise and eat breakfast every morning, have at least one big bowl of ice cream every day, and don’t eat any vegetables. These were his claims for longevity, and they certainly worked for him. Friends are invited to a Memorial Mass on Friday, June 18 at 11:00 in Ascension Catholic Church, 615 Division St., Jeannette, followed by full military honors. Interment with his beloved wife Lena, who passed away in 2019, will be private. Arrangements entrusted to Lindsay-Jobe Funeral Home, Inc., 3343 Route 130, Harrison City, PA 15636. www.Lindsay-JobeFuneralHome.com.
 
 

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