Springdale Mayor John Molnar dies at 81

Springdale Mayor John Molnar died Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022.

He was 81.

Molnar, son of the late Catherine and Andrew Molnar, leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Donna, according to his obituary. He also is survived by two children, John (Laurie) Molnar and Michelle (Shawn) Smajda. The cause of his death was not immediately available.

Molnar has a long history in local politics, having entered the scene in the 1960s, according to his obituary. He was also the owner of Molnar Service Co., which he started in 1974.

During his time in local government, he served on the borough council in the 1970s and early 1980s before he was once again appointed in 1988.

Over the years, Molnar also served as a firefighter, constable and part-time policeman.

Friends and family will be received from 2 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Burket-Truby Funeral Home in Oakmont, 421 Allegheny Ave.

Molnar’s funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday in the funeral home.

Residents wishing to fill the vacant mayoral seat must submit a letter of interest by 3:30 p.m. Dec. 9 and include their name, address and phone number to the borough office, 325 School St.