Eugene R. Karem, age 74 of McClellandtown, Pa., passed away peacefully at his home, on Saturday, March 6, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 21, 1946 in Uniontown, son of the late Alex J. Karem and Mildred C. (DeaVer) Karem. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Cholock, a nephew, Jack Cholock, and a brother-in-law Bernard Riggin; also his precious dog "Bonnie".

Eugene was a member of Saint George Maronite Catholic Church. He graduated from St. John's High School Class of 1964. During the Vietnam War, he proudly served his country with the United States Air Force. He was a member of the National Guard and Life Member of General George C. Marshall Amvets Post 103. For many years he worked as an Environmental Technician before retiring from West Penn Power Company. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother who will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Left to cherish his memory is his devoted wife of 52 years, Paula J. (Garred) Karem; their children, Jack E. Karem and wife Wendy of Bedford, Christopher D. Karem and wife Raquel of San Diego, CA, and Eugene "Geno" Karem and wife Christa of Uniontown; beloved grandchildren, Lexie  Karem, Cody Bart, and Briana Karem; a sister, Bertha Rae Riggin, a brother, Edward J. Karem and wife Lisa, and a sister-in-law, Nancy Cholock, all of Uniontown; also, numerous nieces, nephews, and brothers and sisters in law.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 9, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, Inc., 603 N. Gallatin Ave., Ext., Uniontown, Pa. The closing prayers at the funeral home will be said at 9 a.m. on Wednesday March 10, prior to the procession to church for the Rosary and Litany at 9:30 a.m. The Funeral Service will begin at 10 a.m. in Saint George Maronite Catholic Church, Lebanon Ave., Uniontown, Pa. with Father Aaron Sandbothe.

Interment will follow at Mount St. Macrina Cemetery, Uniontown, where military honors will be accorded at graveside by Amvets Post 103.

The Parish Wake Service will be held on Tuesday evening at 7 p.m.

Please wear protective masks and observe social distancing measures, avoiding physical contact, for the protection of everyone during this Covid-19 pandemic. Your personal written tributes and memories are welcomed and encouraged at www.hakyfuneralhome.com .