Stephen Ronald Sedlacko

Stephen Ronald Sedlacko, 77 of Ocala, FL formerly of New Castle, IN passed away Saturday, June 29, 2019. He was born in Latrobe, PA to the late George and Josephine Sedlacko.

In his early years Steve caddied for the late Arnold Palmer at Latrobe Country Club in Latrobe, PA. Graduate of Latrobe High School. He also served in the US Army, as Staff Sergeant, E-6 38th Infantry Division 1st Cavalry Division. Member of St. Anne Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. Retired from Allegheny Ludlum Steel Corporation and member of Tri County Golf Course.

He and his wife Faye moved to Ocala, FL in 2016 and later Faye passed away after 49 years of marriage in 2017. Steve continued to reside in Ocala, Fl where he attended Queen of Peace Catholic Church and Our Lady of the Springs. He was an active member of Ocala Palms Country Club, where his new friends asked him early in tournaments to be their golfing partner to seal their win. His faith never wavered, as he kept a Rosary in his car and a Prayer card in his wallet, and listened to Gospel music even when he was unable to attend Mass.

Steve was able to continue his journey through the grief of losing his wife by helping those in need and donating to local food banks. Steve was an amazing father, role model and friend. A loving Grandfather that made a point to send the most beautiful cards and attend sporting events when he was able. His loving family made a point to check-in with him every day and through the support of his brothers and sisters he was able to withstand his continuous three year battle against Cancer. His new friends at Ocala Palms described Steve as; “the nicest guy you would ever get to know. Quiet and unassuming, he never had a bad word against anyone.” Steve was able to pass away on his terms, and end his journey in his home surrounded by his daughter, grandchildren and brothers and prayers sent from family and friends.

He is will be laid to rest by his wife Faye at St Anne Cemetery in New Castle, IN.

Survived by his daughter, Linda Hutton of Columbus, IN; grandchildren, Gabe and Mya Hutton of Columbus, IN. Brothers; Eugene Sedlacko, Louis (Sally) Sedlacko, Thomas (Mary Jean)Sedlacko Donald (Laurel) Sedlacko, sisters Regina Bridge and Dolores (Sonny) Starkey all of Pennsylvania. sister in law, Patricia (Dan) Werking. Several nieces and nephews. Good friend, Rita Beavers of Spiceland, Joe and Linda Graeb of New Castle and Brian and Martha Ford of Ocala, FL.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Francis Sedlacko, George Sedlacko, Jerry Sedlacko, Benny Sedlacko, John Sedlacko, Richard Sedlacko.

Mass will be 11:00am Friday, July 5th at St. Anne Catholic Church with Father John Hall officiating. Burial will be at St. Anne Catholic Cemetery. Viewing will be at 10am- 11am prior to the service on Friday at the church. You may express condolences or share a memory of Steve at www.hinseybrown.com