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Robert John Duritza, Sr.

  • March 8, 1938 - October 31, 2011
  • Weirton, West Virginia
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“Dear Family of Robert Duritza, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father. I have always marveled the way you always brought him to church...Read More » ”
1 of 30 | Posted by: Mike and Janice Petrovich - WV

“I want to say something that will bring all the Duritza family comfort, but my heart is aching as I am sure yours are too.What a GREAT MAN he was.!!!...Read More » ”
2 of 30 | Posted by: Marilyn Haught - FOLLANSBEE, WV

“I would like to say that i am very sorry for your loss. Mr. duritza was a very nice man to whom i have much respect for. He will be greatly missed by...Read More » ”
3 of 30 | Posted by: Ron Dinio - Monessen, PA

“Mrs. Duritza and Family. Bob, was a very nice person. Always took the time to stop and chat for awhile. Fond memories of Bob, working at the Red &...Read More » ”
4 of 30 | Posted by: Sharon And Susie Zolock - PA

“Bob was the nicest,most kind man In the world... Always took the time to say hi..Never too busy...... Hope their Sons follow in his foot steps........Read More » ”
5 of 30 | Posted by: diana l bell - washington, PA

“I would like to send my condolences to the Duritza family. I worked for Bob for 7 years and he was a great man. He will be missed dearly. ”
6 of 30 | Posted by: Tracy Morris - Washington, PA

“You all have my deepest sympathy in your loss. ”
7 of 30 | Posted by: Michelle Carlson Miller - PA

“Dear Betty and Family, Our thoughts & prayers to you all at the loss of a truly gentle man. After all these years, we still talk about the many...Read More » ”
8 of 30 | Posted by: Cliff and Patty Learnard - PA

“Dear Mrs Duritza, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. BIG BOB will be sadly missed by all who ever got to know him. He was a true...Read More » ”
9 of 30 | Posted by: adale - monessen, PA

“Mrs Duritza, Bob, Laura, Jeff, Scott, Sherry and Donna - I haven't seen you all in a long time but I, at the least, wanted to offer my sincere...Read More » ”
10 of 30 | Posted by: Tom Raleigh - Indian Head, MD

“My deepest condolences to the entire Duritza family. It has been over 30 years since I last saw Bob Duritza but have good memories of the days in...Read More » ”
11 of 30 | Posted by: Al Schreiber - Columbus, OH

“I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was a wonderful person and made everyone laugh. He will be sadly missed. ”
12 of 30 | Posted by: Julie Zawrotny - Zelienople, PA

“Bob will be greatly missed. He was a great and kind man. I worked for him for 7 years and he always wanted me to succeed no matter what. He was...Read More » ”
13 of 30 | Posted by: Lindsay Soberl - Washington, PA

“The Duritza Family, I want to extend my condolences on the death of Mr. Duritza. Since Shop'n Save opened in Washington I have shopped there. When...Read More » ”
14 of 30 | Posted by: Evans Family - Washington Store - PA

“Words cannot convey the deep sorrow I feel. Before I moved, I worked for him for 21 years and I have many wonderful memories. He was definitely a...Read More » ”
15 of 30 | Posted by: Nancy Soberl - Durham, NC

“One of the greatest men i've ever known, he will be missed by everyone. My deepest sympathy to the Duritza family. ”
16 of 30 | Posted by: Jeff Rager - Washington, PA

“I first met Bob in the Washington store in the mid 70's. Hard to believe that was over 35 years ago! My fondest memories of the Duritza family was...Read More » ”
17 of 30 | Posted by: FRANK J. PILEGGI - Mckeesport, PA

“Dear Mrs. Duritza and Family, Just wanted to express to you my deep condolences at the passing of your dear loved one. I met you all thru my...Read More » ”
18 of 30 | Posted by: Darlene McKinley - Weirton, WV, WV

“You rarely meet someone like Bob in your lifetime. Bob will always have a special place in my heart. Nothing but a smile and encouragement every time...Read More » ”
19 of 30 | Posted by: Christopher Hatala - Weirton, WV

“My deepest sympathy goes out to the Duritza Family. Bob will be greatly missed by all, he will always have a special place in my heart. ”
20 of 30 | Posted by: Rose & Dave Graboski - Pittsburgh, PA

“Please accept our deepest sympathy. I used to call on your stores and will always remember Mr. Duritza. It was a pleasure to run into him in the...Read More » ”
21 of 30 | Posted by: Bill Fawcett III - Penn, PA

“I am so sorry to hear of Bob's death. I'd been missing him and his scooter at 4pm mass. Please accept my sincerest condolences on your great loss. ”
22 of 30 | Posted by: Sharon Davis Green - Weirton, WV

“My heart and prayers go out to All of Bobs Loved ones.. I had the pleasure of working for Bob and Betty... I know he will be missed . I know he left...Read More » ”
23 of 30 | Posted by: cheryl gross - Weirton, WV

“Mrs. Duritza and the entire Duritza family, you have my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy. I always held "Big Bob" in the highest regard,...Read More » ”
24 of 30 | Posted by: Melissa L. Stewart Amos - PA

“My deep condolence to the family and friends of Bob Duritza. I have very fond memories of Mr. Duritza from when I was a sales rep with a food broker...Read More » ”
25 of 30 | Posted by: Aleta Richmond - Washington, PA

“I cannot know the pain you feel. I cannot share your memories or your loss. My words of sympathy are beneath measure, yet know that my heart...Read More » ”
26 of 30 | Posted by: Kim (Hazi) Fetterman - Apollo, PA

“My sincere sympathies to all of you! He was a great man! May God give you strength and may you take comfort in all the wonderful memories he has...Read More » ”
27 of 30 | Posted by: Darlene Govern - PA

“You have my deepest sympathy. ”
28 of 30 | Posted by: Leah Balliard - Monongahela, PA

“YOu have my deepest sympathy. ”
29 of 30 | Posted by: Leah Balliard - Monongahela, PA

“My sincere sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with all of you. ”
30 of 30 | Posted by: Lynne Quader Chauvet - Johnstown, PA


Robert "Bob" John Duritza, Sr., 73, of Weirton, passed away Monday, October 31, 2011 in the Life Line Hospital, Wintersville, OH. Born March 8, 1938 in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late John and Sue Stralets Duritza. At the beginning of his career, Bob worked at Kroger's as a stock clerk and worked his way to Store Manager. He left the Kroger organization in 1972 to work for Charley Brothers Wholesale Grocery Supply. After a 15 month relationship, he ventured out on his own and, in 1973, opened Duritza's Red & White in Western Pennsylvania. Through hard work, dedication and a passion for business, his employees and customers, he owned and operated eight super markets in Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia including Weirton Shop N Save, a Dollar Store in Imperial, PA, Celebrations Liquor Store in Weirton, and Bison Inn in Bethany, WV. Bob was a recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award and Retailer of the Year from the Pennsylvania Association of Manufacturer Representatives PAMR. Mr. Duritza was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church and the Pennsylvania Foods Merchants Association. Mr. Duritza is survived by his wife Betty Jean Colotto Duritza of Weirton, whom he married July 25, 1959; sons Robert Duritza, Jr. and his wife Donna of Washington, PA, Jeffrey Duritza and his wife Sherry of Canonsburg, PA and Scott Duritza and his fiancé Beckie of Washington, PA; daughter Laura Duritza of Weirton; brother Don Duritza and his wife Jackie of Virginia Beach, VA; sister Betty Fedesco and her husband Jim of Altoona, PA and 9 grandchildren, Robert III, Erik, Amanda, Brandon, Jordan, Ryan, Dylan, Brittany and Austin. Bob is also survived by his many associates and countless customers who are a very special part of his family. Visitation will be held Wednesday and Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10AM Friday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church with the Reverend Father Dean Borgmeyer presiding. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice of charity or St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, 229 California Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062.