Raymond A. Kushkowski

Raymond A. Kushkowski, 75, of Rimersburg died December 15, 2021 at his home.

Born November 27, 1946 in New Kensington, he was the son of Henry and Florence E. (Callen) Kushkowski.

On June 13, 1985, Ray married the former Deborah A. Sallade, she survives.

Ray was a self-employed carpenter and was the owner of The Cheese House in Bradys Bend for a number of years. 

A veteran of the US Army, Ray served during the Vietnam era with the 101st Airborne Division.  He was a member of the American Legion Post #488 in Bradys Bend.

He enjoyed coin collecting, gardening, cooking and was an avid history buff.  He absolutely adored his grandkids and was very devoted to his family.

Ray is survived by his wife, Debbie Kushkowski of Rimersburg, two daughters; Michele (Mark) Antal of Maryland, Christy (Cody) Hogue of Petrolia and one son; Gary (Sandy) Buchanich of Michigan.

He is also survived by seven grandchildren; Mark David, Kelsey, Jordan, Zander, Allison, Emily, Issac and one sister, Ethel Tidd of Leechburg.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents and one daughter, Nicole Kushkowski.

Friends of Raymond A. Kushkowski will be received from 12:00-3:00PM Sunday, December 19, 2021 at Buechele Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 707 Kellys Way, East Brady, PA 16028

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ray’s name to the American Legion Post #488, 478 State Route 68, East Brady, PA 16028.

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