Ronald N. Couturiaux, 82, of Black Moshannon, RD Philipsburg, died Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018 at his residence.
He was born May 12, 1935 in Philipsburg, a son of Lewis T. and Catherine A. (Dickson) Couturiaux, both of whom preceded him in death.
He was a graduate of the former Philipsburg High School and a veteran of the U.S. Army.
He was employed for the majority of his career as a crane operator with the former Bethlehem Steel, Bethlehem Plant.
After his career in the steel industry, he was employed as a truck driver with HRI, State College, until his retirement.
He was a retired member of the United Steel Workers of America, Local 2599. He was also a member of the American Legion, Jones-Quigg Post 0739, Hockendauqua, for 44 years.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Nina M. Couturiaux; a sister, Roseanna Adamson; a brother, Lewis “Lou” M. Couturiaux; and a sister-in-law, Kathryn Couturiaux.
He was married Feb. 14, 2007 in Kylertown to the former Shirley A. (Dunkle) London, who survives at home.
He is also survived by a son, Noel T. Couturiaux and his wife, Lori of Blandon, Pa.; four grandchildren, Nicole Couturiaux and her husband, Ryan McKay of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Mark Couturiaux of Blandon, Pa., and Jasmin and Tyler Fegley, both of Murrieta, Calif.; a sister, Sandra Bordas and her husband, John of Philipsburg; a brother, Patrick E. Couturiaux of RD Philipsburg; and a number of nieces and nephews.
He enjoyed watching sports in his spare time. He was an avid fan of Penn State men’s and women’s athletics.
A memorial service will be held at a date and time to be announced.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Moshannon Valley EMS, P.O. Box 289, Philipsburg, PA 16866.
Family and friends may sign the online guestbook and share memories at www.beezerheathfh.com.