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Name:: Delbert "Big Pete" Olexia
Date of Death:: Dec 17, 2012
Location of Service:: Harmony United Methodist Church - Mingo Jct

Delbert “Big Pete” Olexia, 63, of Wintersville, OH, passed away December 17, 2012 at Trinity Medical Center West Steubenville.

He was born April 27, 1949 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late Mike Olexia and Nancy (Adkins) Klaes.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brother, Jackie Libetti; grandparents, Alva Delbert and Mary “Granny” McCullough.

Pete is survived by his wife, Sandra (Hood) Olexia; daughters, Rena (Ron) Dayton of Steubenville and Darcie (Bryan) Olexia Daigle of New Orleans; brother, Larry (Sue) Libetti of Steubenville; sisters, Charmane (Pete) Carney of Wheeling and Mickey Olexia of Richmond; grandchildren, Katie Waligorski, Matthew Dayton, Sofia Olexia Daigle, and Tru Olexia Daigle; aunt, Margaret Olexia of Mingo Jct., OH; family friends, Larry (Mary) Saccericca, Chris McClain, and Thomas Bensie.

Friends will be received for a memorial service at the Harmony United Methodist Church, Mingo Jct., OH on Thursday December 20, 2012 at 7 PM with Pastor Sam Davis officiating.

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Location of Services:: Harmony United Methodist Church
ZIP:: 43938
City:: Mingo Jct
State:: Ohio
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#1 Terry Clark 2012-12-18 02:40 Sandy, Rena and Darci, we are so sorry for your loss.
Pete and I were good friends at one time and I always missed him. My ice fishing buddy.

Rest In Peace Pete, till we meet again!
Terry & Angie Clark
Wheeling, WV Quote

#2 Mary Ann & Bill Degenkolb 2012-12-18 04:01 Sandy, Bill and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Although we did not know Pete, we grew up with you in Georges Run. God Bless. Quote

#3 BURKE DALE SULLIVAN,JR. 2012-12-18 08:22 SANDY AND FAMILY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF PETE WHAT A GREAT FRIEND. WE ALL HAD MANY GREAT TIMES TOGETHER.A TRUE MAN OF HIS WORD.MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU ALL COMFORT AND PEACE AT THIS TIME. OUR LOVE BURKE & POLLY SULLIVAN. Quote

#4 Anthony Scurti 2012-12-18 10:39 Me and Pete had some real good times at Attwood lake & of course at the bar … God bless … Quote

#5 Bob & Sue Bouchet 2012-12-18 13:31 Sandy and Family,
So sorry to read of Petes passing . He had to go be Santa Claus in heaven this year. We loved ya Pete and your with Nancy now. Condolences Bob and Sue Quote

#6 Monica & Jon Rogers 2012-12-20 12:46 Dear Rena and Family,

our prayers are with you and your family in this time of such sadness. Please let us know if you need anything.
May God bless you and ease your pain.
Love,

Monica, Jon, Harold and Rhiannon. Quote

#7 Nikki Moses & family 2012-12-22 10:22 Sandy, I've just learned of Pete's passing & am so saddened. You both were friends to my parents, Frank & Bonnie Moses. I will always keep fond memories of Big Pete. My prayers are with you all. May you rest in peace Big Pete…til we meet again. Quote

#8 Rich Carnahan 2012-12-23 04:51 Darcie - So sorry to hear of your father's passing. When I first met him back in our college days, he intimidated the heck out of me. But, thinking of the fun we had at Kent makes me smile. I hope you can find a reason to smile too.

Best,
Rich Quote

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