Alan K. Opel, 61 of Uniontown, Pa., passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at West Virginia University Hospital, Morgantown, WV. He was born on November 12, 1958 in Uniontown, son of the late Ken and Christine Marie (Kitis) Opel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Mark S. Opel, a sister, Kathleen Manchas, and brother-in-law, Mack McKenzie.

Alan was known for his ornery sense of humor and tendency to be stubborn, and was much loved by his family and many friends who affectionately knew him as "Big Al". He graduated from Laurel Highlands High School Class of 1976 and entered the United States Marine Corp where he was stationed on Okinawa, Japan as a tank and amphibian crewman, promoted to the rank of lance corporal. Following the service to his country Alan obtained his CDL from Diesel Institute of Maryland and worked for several companies as the truck driver for many years. He also worked for Laurel Health Center as an environmental service supervisor, responsible for overall operations of the laundry and maintenance. He was a member of the Polish Club of Uniontown.

Surviving is his brother Jeff Opel, sisters, Peggy Layhue and Frank Varto, Mary Lou McKenzie, Betsy Wilson and husband John, all of Uniontown; and Reta Gabriel and husband Paul of Morgantown, WV; also numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins and their families.

Special thanks to Tammy Livingston, his niece, and the staff of Mapleshire Nursing Home, Morgantown, for their wonderful and compassionate care.

Friends will be received at the Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, Inc. 603 N. Gallatin Avenue Ext., Uniontown, Pa. on Tuesday, June 23, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.; on Wednesday, June 24, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m., the Hour of Service with Pastor David Provance officiating.

Interment will follow at Greendale Cemetery, Masontown, Pa., where military honors will be accorded by North Union VFW Post 8543.

Please wear facial masks and maintain social distancing during visitation and services for the protection of all.

Your personal written tributes and memories are welcomed and encouraged at www.hakyfuneralhome.com .