Joseph Semel Jr. Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph Semel Jr. (Zelienople, Pennsylvania), who passed away on October 29, 2020 at the age of 85. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Semel and Ann Semel (Tonkol). He is survived by: his wife Evelyn; his children, Terry Rose (Fred) of Sewickley, Gregg Semel (Jen) of Zelienople and Stacy Semel Bates of Fort Myers Beach, FL; his granddaughters, Heather Bartley, Tara Walchesky, Sheena Smith, Ann Semel and Audrey Semel; and his sisters, Kay Harpel and Margaret Girdwood. He is also survived by 5 great-grandchildren.

The family kindly asks that personal facial protection be worn to the ceremony, and that those planning to attend please practice social distancing measures. He will be laid to rest privately by his immediate family.

In lieu of flowers, contributions would be appreciated by family to the Zelienople Community Park, Zelienople Area Public Library and Senior Friendship Centers of Lee County.