Francis J. Ortale, Sr.
Francis J. Ortale, Sr. passed away on September 12, 2020 at the age of 89. Beloved husband of the late Ruth (nee Rifkin). Loving father of Francis Jr. and Diane Check (Jerry). Dearest Poppy of Brittney Katsoff (Mark Caruso) and great grandfather of Mackenzie and Addison. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Francis was a 70 year member of Local 542 Operating Engineers of PA and was also an avid horsemen who bred and raced thoroughbreds for over 40 years. Service and interment will be held privately however contributions can be made in his name to the Turning for Home Program at www.patha.org