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Frederick John Bechtold

January 05, 1926 - February 16, 2014

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Obituary For Frederick John Bechtold

January 5, 1926 - February 16, 2014

Bechtold, Fred J.

Age 88, on Sunday, February 16, 2014, of Whitehall, formerly of Penn Hills.

Beloved husband of 65 years to Margaret "Peggy"; loving father of the late Michael (Kathy) and Steve (Christy), Jim (Sue), Nancy (the late Jeff) Cropper, David (Aileen) and Carol (Joe) Shultz; proud grandfather of 17 and great-grandfather of nine; son of the late Rose Bechtold; brother of James (the late Marlene) Bechtold; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Fred was a proud Veteran of U. S. Marines, served in the Pacific during WWII and was a purple heart recipient. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Friday from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. Funeral Prayer on Saturday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Gabriel of The Sorrowful Virgin Church at 10:00 a.m.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Carol, Know that we are thinking of you in these difficult times with deepest sympathy on your loss.

  • December 11, 2019

    Growing up, Uncle Fred was always my favorite. I feel he is at peace and was welcomed heartily by his family. Our thoughts will be with all of you. Regards to everyone. Love, Rosemary and Ron

  • December 11, 2019

    Dear Mrs. Bechtold And children, my deepest sympathy in your loss. It has been a long time but I still have fond memories of Bart Dr. Carmen Contreras Nowicki.

  • December 11, 2019

    Jim, I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  • December 11, 2019

    Carol, I met your dad only a few times, but he was a warm and friendly man. I am sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family. Jodee

  • December 11, 2019

    Carol - After reading this obituary and your and Joe's comments, it's clear your dad was an amazing man - a wonderful husband, father, and friend. Deepest sympathy to you and all your family on your loss. Jeannine and Chuck P.S. Loved the photo of you and your dad on Facebook.

  • December 11, 2019

    So sorry for the Bechtold family's loss. Fred was an awesome man and will surely be missed. He always had a warm welcome and a great sense of humor. Love and hugs to all. God bless.

  • December 11, 2019

    Fred and Peggy were the best neighbors. Fred was always willing to help when something went wrong at my townhouse. I'll remember Fred as a handyman and gardener, and a friend to my late mother and father.

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