William F. Garrity

William F. Garrity, 79, of Minersville passed away  Saturday September 27 , 2025 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and his beloved dog Elvis.

Born in Lost Creek  November 15 , 1945 he was a son of the late Richard and Marian (Wolfe) Garrity.

A graduate of Shenandoah Catholic High School, he went on to serve in the US Navy in Vietnam aboard the USS Forrestal.

He retired as an administrative assistant from the PA Treasury Department and also served as president of AFSCME local 972.

He was a member of the former St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church, Minersville; Lifetime member of Amvets; and past member of Cass Township AOH;

William enjoyed Fishing, Casino trips, Notre Dame and the Philadelphia Eagles.  He especially loved watching all of his grandchildren play sports.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Rosalie (Bracey) Garrity in 2021. Brothers Richard Garrity; Anthony Garrity; Sister Marianna Marken.

Surviving are 4 Sons William F. Garrity Jr. and his wife Ginger of St. Clair; Anthony Garrity and his wife Deborah of Minersville; Brian Garrity of Schoentown; Shawn Garrity widower of Loreen of Schoentown; Grandchildren Tobi Garrity; Logan Seamus Garrity; Liam Richard Garrity; Marc Galen; Matthew Johnston; Amber Bohn; Sarah Johnston; Chelsey Johnston; Several Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM  Thursday October 2 , 2025 from St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, 250 E. Hancock St. St. Clair, PA 17970. Rev. Jojappa Adatgatla will be officiating.  Friends may call from 9:00-11:00 AM at the church.  In Lieu of flowers contribution may be made to Schuylkill County Babe Ruth 7 Longview Dr. Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.  Burial with military honors will be held at St. Casimir Roman Catholic Cemetery, Port Carbon.  Donald J. Butler Funeral Home, Minersville, is in charge of arrangements. 

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