Kenneth Opel, 93 of Uniontown, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 17, 2017. He was born on Saturday, April 5, 1924 in Leckrone, PA, son of the late Daniel Webster Opel and Carrie (Wiley) Opel. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son Mark, a daughter "Kat", and many brothers and sisters.

Kenneth retired from West Penn Power Company in 1986 where he worked as a mechanic for 24 years. He served his country in the United States Air Force during WWII, and had been a member of the Fayette Masonic Lodge 0228 for 50 years. He served as Chief of Police for North Union Township and as a private investigator in his early years.

Following his retirement he devoted his time to helping others with Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Fayette, and Meals on Wheels. Into his 90's, he tirelessly offered assistance or transportation to many people who relied on him. In 2004, he was recognized as a Community Champion by Comcast, the Post-Gazette, and the Pittsburgh Foundation for his selfless dedication to helping those in need. He was adored by his family, and many friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Jeff Opel, Alan Opel, Peggy Layhue and Frank Varto, Mary Lou McKenzie and husband Mack, Betsy Wilson and husband John, all of Uniontown, PA, and Reta Gabriel and husband Paul of Morgantown, WV; his grandchildren, Dawn Opel and Jeffrey Opel, Laura Provance, Leslie Rozak, Eddie Livingston, Meagan Wilson, Gina Hudock and Daniel Manchas, Paige Opel and Ashley Furnier, Julia Gabriel and Paul Gabriel, Jr.; 15 great grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Momeyer of California, and brothers, Robert Opel and wife Jane of Brownsville, PA, Ronald Opel and wife Betty of Footedale, PA, Dan Opel and wife Kathy of Uniontown, PA; and many nieces and nephews and their families.

We especially thank Tammy Livingston his devoted granddaughter-in-law, who brought him great comfort. We also thank his dear nieces and nephews for their kindness, as well as Susan Swartz, his wonderful caregiver.
Friends will be received at the Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, Inc., 603 N. Gallatin Ave., Ext., Uniontown, PA, on Thursday, April 20 from 1 - 4 and 6-9 p.m.; and Friday, April 21, from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m., the Hour of Service with Pastor Branden Robertson officiating.

Interment will follow at Greendale Cemetery, Masontown, PA, where military honors will be accorded by North Union Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8543.

Masonic Fayette Lodge #228 will hold services Thursday evening at 7 p.m.

The family asks that contributions in his memory be made to Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Fayette, 137 N. Beeson Ave., Suite 106, Uniontown, PA 15401; or Fayette County Community Action, 108 N. Beeson Ave., Uniontown, PA 15401- please designate for Meals on Wheels.

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