Raymond V. Vasvari

Raymond Victor Vasvari, age 88, of Struthers, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on April

24, 2025. He was born October 3, 1936 to parents Nellie (Miozga) and Victor Vasvari in

Struthers, Ohio. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Ray attended Struthers High School and graduated in 1954. Throughout his life he worked as a

driver for Lyons Transportation, Interstate Motor Freight, and UPS, where he was later promoted

to supervisor. He also served as a cook in the Ohio Army National Guard. He worked as the

Maintenance Supervisor at Astro Shapes, from which he retired. He was a gifted carpenter and

brick mason who took great pride in his work, completing many personal and professional

projects over the years.

On September 10, 1960, Ray married Elayne Sokol. They shared 64 wonderful years of

marriage. Both were long-time parishioners at St. Nicholas Church and later Holy Trinity, where

they served as members of the parish council. Together, they enjoyed traveling and hosting

friends in their home.

Ray loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He cherished playing

cards and a good game of Scrabble with them. He also enjoyed carpentry, countryside drives,

trips to the casino, watching classic movies, and league bowling at the Holiday Bowl.

Above all, Ray loved his family deeply. He had a warm, jovial personality, and was a gifted

storyteller who never forgot a detail. His family will especially miss hearing his stories, enjoying

his delicious breakfasts, and relying on his remarkable ability to build or fix anything. He was a

devoted animal lover, caring for cats and dogs throughout most of his life.

He is survived by his son, Raymond Vasvari Jr. (K. Ann Zimmerman); daughter, Wendy

Whetstone; grandchildren, Samantha (Martin) DeVita, William “Alex” Whetstone, and Sarah

Vasvari; great-granddaughter, Scarlett DeVita; and a second great-granddaughter whom he was

very excited to meet, due in June. He is also survived by his sister, Nancy (George) Pelic. His

children and grandchildren are grateful to have spent a beautiful Easter with him prior to his

passing.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elayne; his parents; his three brothers, Thomas,

Ronald, and David Vasvari; and an infant son, Andrew.

The family would like to express gratitude to Hospice of the Valley for their compassionate care

and support.

A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

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