David Lee Staffen, Sr., 72, of Monongahela, died Friday, January 8, 2021 in Halcyon Senior Living, Bridgeville. He was born September 14, 1948 in New Eagle, the son of John F. and Hazel M. Fine Staffen, III.

Dave was a US Army veteran having served during the Vietnam War earning the rank of Spc4 in the 101st Airborne Division. He retired from US Steel, Irvin Works in Dravosburg with over 30 years of employment. He was a member of the River Hill Church of Christ and the NRA. Dave enjoyed vegetable gardening, hunting, fishing, traveling and carpentry.

He is survived by his son, David L. Staffen, II and wife Kasandra, and daughter, Amber L. Leezer, all of Monongahela; three grandchildren, Janelle and Kensi Staffen, Alizabeth Leezer; two sisters, Georgeanna Gamble of Maxwell, Clara M. Arp of TN; brother, Edward Staffen and wife Carolynn of Ohio; special friends, Patricia Staffen and David Jones; life-long friend, Garry Pauley; beloved cat, Tumbles.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, John F. Staffen IV and wife Josie.

Friends will be received on Monday, January 11, 2021 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM in the Frye Funeral Home Inc., 427 West Main Street, Monongahela, where services will be held Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 11 AM with the Rev. Paul Eisaman officiating. Committal services and interment will follow in the Monongahela Cemetery with military honors accorded by the Mon Valley Honor Guard and Firing Squad.

Memorial contributions may be made to the River Hill Church of Christ, 2105 River Hill Road, Monongahela, PA 15063.

In order to be compliant with our state guidelines concerning the COVID-19 pandemic, masks MUST be worn, social distancing maintained and only 25 people are permitted in the funeral home at a time. Please limit your visitation time to allow for other family and friends to visit. The family would like to thank you in advance for your understanding.