Robert John Easley

Robert John Easley, 82, of Kittanning, PA, passed away on May 6, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

 Born on February 22, 1943, to the late Harold J. Easley and Jennie Czapor Easley, he was a lifelong resident of Kittanning.  

Robert began his working life as a lifeguard at Mon-Shan (Monty’s) Pool and the YMCA. As a teenager, he became a radio disc jockey, “Rockin’ Rab”, at WACB Radio Station, where he later worked in advertising sales. After interviewing State Senator Albert Pechan, for WACB's newsletter,  Bob was invited to serve as the senator’s aide. That experience launched a distinguished career in public service. He played a role in implementing Pennsylvania's magisterial system and was elected as a magistrate in the new system in Armstrong County, serving two consecutive terms.

 Following his retirement from public office, he ran his own business, taking on contracting projects and administrative work, including for the BPO Elks Lodge 203. A proud and active member of the Elks, he was deeply committed to his community. He was also a member of St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Council 1011  in Kittanning.

 Bob was a passionate Pittsburgh Steelers fan who enjoyed spending winters in South Florida, where he found joy in socializing with friends, listening to audiobooks, and working on trivia and word puzzles with his wife.

 He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Virginia Simpson Easley, of Kittanning and Margate, Florida; daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Jack Zatorski, of Florida; son Philip Easley, of Maryland; and four cherished grandchildren: Emma Zatorski, Grace Zatorski, Ernest Easley, and Mabel Estelle Easley.  He is survived by brothers, Thomas Easley, of Georgia, and Richard Easley, of Kittanning, and many special nieces and nephews. 

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a sister, Judy Easley.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made in Bob's honor to (Kittanning Public Library, Armstrong County Historical Museum and Genealogical Society, YMCA,) or charity of your choice. 

Friends will be received from 4-7 P.M. on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the Snyder-Crissman Funeral Home, 200 S. McKean Street, Kittanning, PA 

Funeral services will be held at 2 P.M. on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at the funeral home , with an additional hour of visitation prior to the service, followed by interment at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Kittanning with The Reverend Juanito G. Lozano officiating his committal.

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