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Francis P. Dostal Obituary

Francis P. Dostal

October 15, 1928 - July 14, 2026

Francis P. Dostal Obituary

Mineral Point, PA - DOSTAL - Francis Jr. "Doc," 97, of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, surround by loved ones. Born on Oct. 15th, 1928, in Johnstown, son of Francis M.D. and Mary Kathryn (Pierce) Dostal. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Shirley (Berkey) Dostal; parents; grandchildren, Michael F. Buchan, Jessica Dostal, Luke Dostal, and Anthony Dostal; and sisters, Mary K. Sherman and Betty Belle Wolf. He is survived by his loving children, David, Christina (Terry), Barbara (Bob), Kathy (Joe), Dennis (Darlene), Debbie, Larry, Donald (Brenda), and Eric, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Survived by siblings, Roberta and Ralph, and several nieces and nephews. Francis was a graduate of Johnstown Catholic High School and Clarion University. He retired from MetLife Insurance. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and walking in the woods. Friends and family will be received from 3 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at the Baker Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services, 229-231 First St., Conemaugh, where a prayer service will be held 5 p.m. with Deacon Thomas Buige, officiating. Online condolences may be posted to www.BakerFuneralChapel.com. Cremation by Laurel Highlands Crematory at Harris Funeral Home.

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Mineral Point, PA - DOSTAL - Francis Jr. "Doc," 97, of Johnstown, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, surround by loved ones. Born on Oct. 15th, 1928, in Johnstown, son of Francis M.D. and Mary Kathryn (Pierce) Dostal. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Shirley (Berkey) Dostal; parents; grandchildren, Michael F. Buchan, Jessic

Published on July 15, 2026

Events

Visitation and Prayer Service

Thursday, July 23, 2026

3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Prayer service will be held at 5 p.m. with Deacon Thomas Buige, officiating.

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