John J. Siget, Jr., "My flesh and heart may fail, but God is the strength of my Heart and my portion forever," Psalm 73:26,- "I met God today.  Do not keep your sad face, I'm in a much better place.  Live every moment as if it were your last, I won't forget any memories that have passed.  Cherish life and love as I watch you from above.  Be strong and smile, for you will see me again."-age 73, of Rochester, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 in Allegheny General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born April 8, 1950 in Rochester, he was the son of Helen (Lawrence) Siget and the late John J. Siget, Sr.  A veteran of the US Army, John was a member of St. Cecelia's Church-Our Lady of the Valley Parish, where he served as an usher.  He served as sexton at St. Cecelia Cemetery for many years, and was a member of the American Legion Post 512 in Rochester and the Rochester Quarterback Club.

He served the Knights of Columbus as Sir Knight, enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved nothing more than spending time with his family, friends, and grandchildren along with supporting his grandsons at all of their athletic events.

He was a true and devout Steelers fan, in the good times and the bad.  He epitomized the phrase "Rochy blue and white" every Friday night by supporting his hometown Rochester Rams and assisting as a statistician for the high school football team.  He will also miss all of his friends from Johnny Angel and the Halos.

In addition to his father, John was preceded in death by his wife, Deborah (White) Siget on December 13, 2010; and a sister, Kathy Siget.

He is survived by two sons, John J. Siget III and his companion Bridgett and James K. Siget and his companion Jacquline Callahan; three grandchildren, Mary Szuchy, Braeden Siget and Alex Siget; a brother, Steve (Robin) Siget; a sister, Sue Weiss and her companion Jamie Gitts; and his significant other, Mary Lou Fulton; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Friends will be received on Saturday, October 7 ^th from 2-4pm and 6-8pm in the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME- 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton-www.gabauerfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

Prayers will be held on Monday, October 9 ^th at 9:30am at the funeral home, followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10am at St. Cecelia's Church- Our Lady of the Valley Parish- 632 Virginia Ave., Rochester PA 15074. Fr. Howard Campbell will officiate.

Members of the Beaver County Special Unit will meet at St. Cecelia Cemetery at 10:50am to perform military honors prior to interment.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in John's name to the Rochester Quarterback Club- c/o Jocelyn Haskins 540 Reno Street, Rochester 15074.  FE