David J. Krizan

David J. Krizan, 55, of Monaca, passed away early Wednesday morning, December 3, 2014, at his residence, due to complications from cancer.Born October 14, 1959, in Rochester, he was a son of Virginia Antoline Krizan of Monaca and the late Stephen John Krizan.  David owned and operated his own trucking company, Krizan, Inc. since 2000.  He previously had owned BVX Construction Company.  David’s dedication to public service included serving on Monaca Borough Council for several terms, as chairman of the public works committee.  His father’s Marine Corp service was his inspiration to support a variety of veteran organizations.  A fraternal member of the Monaca SOI, he was also a life member of the former Monaca PNA.  In his leisure time David could be found riding his motorcycle and taking relaxing rides up to the mountains.  He also enjoyed guiding remote-controlled helicopters.In addition to his mother David leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife of 23 years, Denise E. (Rotuna) Krizan; a son, Joshua D. Krizan of Beaver Falls; three brothers Timothy (Janet) Krizan of Lisbon, Ohio, Steve Krizan of Monaca and Dale Krizan of Follansbee, W. Va.; three aunts, Mary Jane Powell of Rochester and Anna Antoline and Helen Antoline, both of Monaca; five nephews, Stephen and John Krizan, Devin and Joshua Springer and Sylvan Rotuna III; four nieces, Courtney Lynn, Cheyann Endsley and Antonia and Victoria Rotuna; a great-nephew, Colten Endsley; his in-laws, Sylvan and Diane Rotuna of Rochester and a sister-in-law, Cheryl Springer of Freedom, along with numerous cousins and many friends.Also preceding David in death was a sister-in-law, Sheryl Krizan, and a brother-in-law, Sylvan Rotuna, Jr.Friends will be received Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, where parting prayers will be offered Saturday at 9:30 a.m. followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Monaca.He will be laid to rest in parish cemetery columbarium.In honor of his support of veterans groups, the family has suggested memorial contributions may be made, if desired, to any USMC veteran-related organization.To view his video tribute, share online condolences, get directions and other information, please visit simpsonfuneralhome.com.