Eugene “Hal” Halecky passed away on June 4, 2015 at the age of 85. Hal was born on January 6, 1930 in Beaver Meadows Pennsylvania to Frank and Anna Halecky.Hal was a veteran of the US Air force and retired as a Senior Master Sergeant in the Air Force Reserves. In 1951 he met the love of his life, Gwendolyn Keeler, and they wed and resided in Stockton California. After Hal’s active service in the military he was employed by the Pittsburgh-Des Moines Steel Company. Hal started his career with the company in 1953 as a warehouseman and retired after 44 years as the division President. Throughout his career and over the years, Hal was always known for his leadership, integrity, professionalism, work ethic, and for caring for and encouraging others. Hal spent many hours holding bible studies and ministering to inmates, serving in Rotary, was active in the Metal Service Center Institute, and was a member in the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Brentwood where he resided.
Hal is survived by his wife Gwendolyn Halecky, his children Nikki Sjoblom (Dave), Rod Halecky (Stacey), Derek Halecky (Claudia), Eight Grandchildren, Seven Great Grandchildren, and his sister Betty Yura of Pennsylvania.
Hal will always be remembered for the example that he lived his life by and the impact that he made on his family, friends and the community.
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VISITATION
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00p.m. at Evergreen Chapel , Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.
SERVICES
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Evergreen Chapel, Cherokee Memorial Park, Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240.