POROPATICH ROBERT Age 95, of Hampton Fields, formerly of Shaler Township, on August 6, 2013. Proud father of Cheryl Fogarty (Tom), Robert (Bohdan) Poropatich, Richard (Lynn) Poropatich, Ronald (Cary) Poropatich, Patricia Lascola (Tom), and Randy (Shelly) Poropatich; former husband of the late Mary Poropatich; brother of Anna Lupatin, June Hochberg, Ethel Hoffman, and the late William, Joseph, and Lawrence Poropatich; nine grandchildren, Andrew, Zachary, Jordan, Carly, Kevin, Abby, Jenna, Kate, and Kurt. Robert was a graduate of Shaler High School and the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned a Bachelor's in Accounting. He was an Army veteran of WWII, serving in Italy, Germany, and North Africa, and the Korean Conflict. Robert was the former owner of Union Provision and Packing Company in Lawrenceville. He was a member of the Etna Elks and Elfinwild Lions Club. Beloved by his family, Robert was never one short of jokes-he could always give you an answer for what's new. His wit will be sorely missed. "C'est la Vie" Dad. Visitation Thursday 3 p.m. until time of Blessing Service at 7 p.m., NEELY FUNERAL HOME, 2208 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. Memorial contributions suggested to The Center for Military Medicine Research, Health Services at the University of Pittsburgh, 200 Lothrop Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2582. Please visit us at: www.neelyfuneralhome.com Send condolences at post-gazette.com/gb
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