Walter A. Gebrosky of White Valley, a guitarist, machinist and mechanic, died March 11, 2010, in The Western Pennsylvania Hospital-Forbes Regional Campus, Monroeville. He was 85.
Mr. Gebrosky was born Dec. 17, 1924, in Export to the late William and Louise (Emmanuel) Gebrosky.
Mr. Gebrosky was a mechanic for Fisher Pontiac in Export for 23 years and retired as a machinist for B&K Tool and Die in Murrysville. He was the lead guitarist for the polka band The Brigadiers, and until recently, he played at local jam sessions.
A World War II Navy veteran, he was a member of the Brookville Eagles, PNA Club and the LOOM No. 234, both in Export.
He enjoyed hunting and the outdoors.
He is survived by his sons, Walter "Lee" (and wife, Kim) Gebrosky of Five Points and William "Bill" (and Linda) Gebrosky of White Valley. He also is survived by his grandchildren, Donna Eddy, Lori Johnson, Ron Gebrosky, Kenny Gebrosky, Kelli Forbes and Kelly Ogburn; and seven great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Betty (Bingel) Gebrosky; and a great-granddaughter, Tanya Quenzler.
Arrangements handled by Wolfe-Von Geis Funeral Home Inc., 5701 Lincoln Ave., Export. Interment is in Grandview Cemetery.
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Spouse:
Betty Bingel Gebrosky (1926 - 1995)*
*Calculated relationship
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