ObituaryStephen Distrola

Stephen G. Distrola, 85, of 70 Bank St., Bradford, passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at The Pavilion at BRMC.

Born July 2, 1926 in Bradford, he was a son of the late Phillip and Mary (DeAugustino) Distrola.

He attended Bradford schools. In 1944 he enlisted in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1946.

He returned to Bradford after the service and worked at Dresser Manufacturing for over 43 years.

Mr. Distrola became a member of the Bradford Moose Lodge in 1951, he served as Governor from 1991-1992, and also served as District President. In May of 1999 Steve received his calling form Mooseheart, Ill to where he received the highest award given in the "House of God" and received "The Pilgrim Degree of Merit".

He was a member of the VFW, the American Legion, past member of the Drum & Bugle Corp., Had served as chairman of the Memorial Day Parade, and past chairman for the Buffalo Children's Telethon, sponsored by the Bradford Moose.

Surviving is his companion of many years Virginia Ross, two sons, Michael Distrola, of Bradford and Anthony Distrola of AZ, one brother, Phillip Distrola, of Salamanca, four grandchildren; Tina, Gina, Patty, and David Distrola, one great granddaughter Andy, and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one daughter Patricia Lipps, one son Robert Distrola, three sisters; Madalyn, Louise, and Patricia, and one brother Nick Distrola.

At the family's request there will be no visitation. Services are private and at the convenience of family. Burial will be in the Veterans section of Willow Dale Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Memorial, if desired, may be made to Mooseheart in Mooseheart IL, 60539 or the Pavilion @ BRMC.

On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

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