Steven W. Pongratz, age 65, of Dennison, O., went home to be with the Lord, on Saturday, March 5, 2022, after a brief battle with cancer.
Steve was born March 25, 1956, to the late William W. and Emma Lee (Page) Pongratz. Steve was a 1975 graduate of Claymont High School. He worked as a welder for Amko (Dover Cryogenics Division) for 36 years.
Steve enjoyed his time after retirement. He loved hunting, cook-outs, and just spending time with family and friends around the campfire.
Steve is survived by his loving wife Tamara (Stephens) Pongratz, with whom he celebrated 26 years together, ten and a half of which they were married. He has two daughters, Melissa (Sonny) Bethel of Pennsylvania, Jennifer Pongratz (Manny) of New Philadelphia. Also one son Kyle (Brittany) Pongratz of Caldwell. He has twelve grandchildren. In addition, one sister Susan Chandler of Dover, along with three nephews and one niece.
Memorial services for Steve will be held at 2 p.m., on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at the 11th Street Church of God, in Uhrichsville, O., with the Pastor Earl Miller officiating. Calling hours will be from 1 to 2 (one hour prior to services) on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Tuscarawas County, 716 Commercial Ave. SW, New Philadelphia, O., 44663 and 11th Street Church of God, 1033 1\2 N. Water St. Rear, Uhrichsville, O., 44683.
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