Richard E. Slaven, 92, of 26 Dairy Lane, Willow Creek, passed away, Monday, December 5, 2022, at Bradford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. 

Born January 14, 1930, in Charleston, WV, he was a son of the late John Cyrus and Myrtle May (Cumley) Slaven. He attended Sharpsville High School.

On November 20, 1951 he enlisted into the United States Army. He served with the 73rd Tank Battalion as a Radio Operator. He was awarded the Korean Service Medal with 3 Bronze Stars. He was honorably discharged on October 13, 1953.

On September 25, 1953, in St. Mary’s Church in Reynoldsville, he married Severia “Sivy” (Canton) Slaven who survives.

Richard was a salesman for several companies including, Electrolux, Thermo-Sentinel selling stainless steel cookware, and JC Penny’s. He retired from sales in 1995, later he owned and operated Slaven’s Country Cupboard for over 25 years. 

He was a 63 year member of the American Legion Post 742 in Fairview, a member of the Lions Club, a founding member of the Holy Cross Church in Fairview. He enjoyed hunting, bowling, and golf. 

Surviving in addition to his wife Sivy of 69 years, are two daughters, Karen (Denise Bergenty) Ralph, of Torrington CT, Terri (Gary) Stalmach, of Erie, one son, Tim Slaven, of Bradford, five grandchildren, Jennifer Ralph, Ryan Lohrer, Tyler Stalmach, Taylor Slaven, Tate Slaven and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters.

Family will receive friends on Saturday December 10, 2022, from 1pm to 3pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue, followed by funeral services with Fr. Jim Gutting, of St. Bernard Church officiating. Burial will be in Willow Dale Cemetery.

Memorial contributions if desired may be made to the Fairview American Legion Post 742, 7605 Maple Street, Fairview, PA 16415.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 

Online condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com