Nicholas J. Subich

SUBICH - Nicholas J Sr., 90, went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2020.  Born in Johnstown, he was the son of proud Croatian immigrant parents, Anton and Jela (Buckovic) Subic’ for which he is proceeded by in death.   In addition, he is proceeded in death by siblings:  Michael, Helen, John, Francis, William, Genevieve, Mary, and son Nicholas Jr.   In addition he is proceeded in death by his wife’s parents:  Lewis and Clara Yeckley, wife’s siblings:  Edwin (Patricia), Joyce and Marsha and nephew Cody.  He is survived by his loving wife of 48  years, Rose Ann (Yeckley) Subich, brother Stephen and the following children: Brian (Theresa), Jason (Jessica), Melissa (Fred), grandson, Nicholas (Regina), and other grandchildren:  Noah, William, Ben, Faith (Jason), Jacob (Liz), Zack, Logan, Hannah, and great grandchildren, Nixon, Johnny, Lucian, and Damon.  Also survived by in laws:  Joann, Clair (Robert), Donald (Carol), Dale (Leila), Bruce, Mike and Jeanie and special cousin, Pete.  Nieces and nephews: Jaleen, Kathy, Karen, Robert, Craig, Lisa, Michelle, Tim, Jennifer, Heather, Nathan, Mary, Michael, John, and great nieces and nephews: Patrick, Morgan, Marina, Kristina, Sasha, Roman, Zach, Christopher, Dillon, Lewis, Chase, Cullen, Liam and Lily.  Nick served in the United States Air Force and was a veteran of the Korean War.  Following his service he worked for Bethlehem Steel and retired after 35 years working in the car shop. Nick was a long-time coach and volunteer at St. Therese little league where he coached and mentored hundreds of kids over the years, as well as a long-time member of the Woodvale AC and OC Clubs, and he enjoyed playing horse shoes, cards, and spending time with his family.  In addition, he was a life-long fan of Johnstown Trojan Sports; but nothing gave him greater joy than watching his children and grandchildren play football and baseball.  Member of St. Therese Catholic Church where funeral Mass will be celebrated at noon on Saturday, September 12, Fr. Bernard Karmanocky O.F.M.   Committal will be held at Grandview Cemetery with military honors by Conemaugh Valley Detachment #287 Marine Corp League. Visitation for family and friends will be received at the Francis G. Ozog Funeral Home, Inc., 710 Broad Street on Friday, September 11 from 4-9 p.m. Nick’s greatest joy in life was spending time with his loving wife, Rose Ann and his family.

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