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Official Obituary of

Paul A. Simala, Sr.

January 21, 1960 ~ October 28, 2025 (age 65) 65 Years Old
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Paul Simala, Sr. Obituary

Simala, Sr., Paul A., 65 of  Portage, passed away October 28, 2025. 
Born January 21, 1960 in Johnstown, the son of Michael and Gladys (Miller) Simala. Deceased family members include his parents; brothers, Michael and Walter "Tom" Simala; nephews, Craig Thomas Simala; and David A. Sybert. Survived by son, Paul A. Simala, Jr.; sister, Theresa, wife of David Sybert, and good friend "Raggs". Also survived by nieces, nephews, and friends. Retired Iron Worker from American Erection of Pennsylvania. Paul was a member of the Sons of the AMVETS Post 150, Portage, and he enjoyed Bass fishing and Golf. A special thank you to Conemaugh Hospice for their loving care. Friends received from 4-7, p.m., Thursday at the Serenko-Claar Funeral Home, PC, Portage, where funeral services will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, Pastor Jerry Zuvers, officiating. Burial will be private. Online condolences may be made at serenkoclaarfuneralhome.com.

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Services

Friends received
Thursday
October 30, 2025

4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Serenko-Claar Funeral Home, PC, Portage
812 Main Street
Portage, PA 15946

Funeral Service
Thursday
October 30, 2025

7:00 PM
Serenko-Claar Funeral Home, PC, Portage
812 Main Street
Portage, PA 15946

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