Joseph E. Rostich, age 85, died at his home in Ambler on Thursday, April 6, 2017.
Joseph was born in Buffington, PA. He is the son of the late Michael and Agatha (nee Puscak) Rostich. He was preceded in death by sisters Mary Tandarich, Ann Carlson, and Eva Rostich; and his brother, Mathias Rostich.
Joseph was a graduate of Uniontown PA High School, Class of 1949, and Penn State University, Class of 1953.
He served in the United States Air Force as a 1st Lieutenant and a financial officer in Brownsville, TX during the Korean War from 1954 to 1956.
He was employed as a CPA for various insurance companies retiring from Amerihealth in Willow Grove.
Joseph enjoyed crossword puzzles and watching the Pittsburgh Steelers play football.
He is survived by two daughters: Lois Rostich of Ambler, PA and Leila Rostich. He is also survived by his brother: William Rostich of Footedale, PA and many nieces and nephews.
Relative and friends are invited to call from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at the Anton B. Urban Funeral Home, 1111 S. Bethlehem Pike, Ambler. Funeral Service will begin at 11:00 AM followed by an interment in Whitemarsh Memorial Park, Pro...[more]
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In lieu of flowers, memorials in Joseph's name to the Uniontown High School Scholarship Fund, 146 East Fayette Street, Uniontown, PA 15401 would be appreciated by the family.
Photos and tributes may be shared at www.UrbanFuneralHome.com