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Famie E. Gratosky

August 25, 1930 — October 8, 2020

Famie Elizabeth Gratosky, 90, of Homer City, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2020 in her home.

She was the daughter of William Oakman and Ruth (Burk) Oakman; she was born in Paint Twp. (Somerset Co.) on August 25, 1930.

Famie was a loving mother and grandmother; she took care of everyone her whole life. She was the definition of a homemaker. She enjoyed baking cookies and spending time with her family. She will be deeply missed by her children, grandchildren, and everyone that she called family.

She is survived by her children, Gloria Albright (Dennis) of Homer City, Patricia George (Kevin) of Homer City, Stanley Gratosky, Jr. (MaryAnne) of Homer City, Carla Henckel of Maryland, and Bradley Gratosky (Lisa) of Homer City; four grandchildren, Shawn Albright, Katrina Albright, Ashley Henckel, and Nathan Henckel.

She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Ruth (Burk) Oakman; her husband, Stanley Gratosky, Sr. who passed away on January 10, 1997; a grandson, Stanley Gratosky, III; an infant daughter; and a brother, Larry Oakman.

Friends will be received from 11 AM to 12 PM, Monday at Robinson-Lytle-Shoemaker Funeral Home, 36 N 7 th Street, Indiana, PA 15701. A funeral service will be held at 12 PM Monday in the funeral home with Rev. Robert Thornton officiating.

Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Indiana.

Due to the re-implemented government regulations concerning COVID-19, only 50 people are permitted in the funeral home at one time. For this reason, you may experience a slight wait upon your arrival. Masks or face coverings will be required and social distancing is encouraged upon entry to the funeral home, as per the CDC guidelines.

To view the online obituary, sign the guest registry or send condolences, visit www.shoemakerfamilyservices.com.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Famie E. Gratosky, please visit our flower store.

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Monday, October 12, 2020

11:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

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Robinson-Lytle-Shoemaker Funeral Home

36 North 7th Street
Indiana, PA 15701

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Funeral Service

Monday, October 12, 2020

Starts at 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

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Robinson-Lytle-Shoemaker Funeral Home

36 North 7th Street
Indiana, PA 15701

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Burial

Monday, October 12, 2020

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Greenwood Cemetery

NY

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