William "Wink" Winkleblech, 74, of Monongahela, died unexpectedly Thursday, October 13, 2022 in his home. He was born December 8, 1947 in New Eagle, the son of Malden and Arlene Beazell Winkleblech.

Wink was a veteran during the Vietnam War having served in the US Army. He was a member of the Carroll Township Legion James C. Ford Post 949 in Dunkirk, the Masonic Lodge 615 in Charleroi, and a former member of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge 1030 in Charleroi. He retired from the Charleroi School District where he was employed as a bus driver and custodian. After retiring, he worked part time as a substitute bus driver and custodian for the Ringgold School District. Wink also was employed at the Frye Funeral Home as a greeter. He was currently working as a security guard at Mon Valley Care Center. When Wink wasn't working, he enjoyed watching Pittsburgh sports. He was a very dedicated father to his sons and would do anything for his family.

He is survived by two sons, Ryan Winkleblech and wife Andrea of Milford, Delaware, Jarold Winkleblech of Monongahela; two stepsons, Ronnie and Randie Yowonske of Charleroi; four grandchildren, Arianne, Kendra, Matthew and Malen Winkleblech.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Ann Weld Winkleblech who died November 5, 2013; and his brother, Kyle Winkleblech.

Friends will be received on Sunday, October 16, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 PM in the Frye Funeral Home, Inc., 427 West Main Street, Monongahela, where services will be held on Monday, October 17, 2022 at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Jude Urso officiating. Interment will follow in Highland Cemetery,California.