Robert George Moses, Sr.

Robert G. Moses, Sr., passed away early on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16, 2024, at his home in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania. He was born Nov. 14, 1932, in Donora, PA to the late Elias and Velma (Solomon) Moses. He and his late sister Doris, and late brother Bill, grew up in Donora and Monongahela, PA.

In 1949, the family moved to Homestead, PA where he graduated from Homestead High School. He was a lifelong athlete and sportsman and while in high school played football, basketball and baseball. He was a member of the 1950 State Championship Basketball Team. In 1951, he played semi-pro football for the Lincoln Place Vets.

It was in high school where he met the love of his life, his late wife of 70-plus years, Helen (Kline) Moses, who preceded him in death in October of 2022.

He attended the University of Pittsburgh and in 1952, married Helen. Shortly after their marriage, Robert served in the Korean War as a combat engineer, 70th Battalion, U.S. Army.

Robert started his career as a business executive and entrepreneur at Kolas Brothers Auto.   He moved on to become an executive at Sears, where he managed Sears’ Commercial Tire Division. 

He retired from Sears at age 50 and started a new career as founder and CEO of Mochild, Inc.  The company had food and confectionery stores at Century III Mall in West Mifflin and Whitaker, PA.

He was a long-time leader in the community of West Mifflin and in most of the organizations in which he shared his time.

He was the Past President and oldest living member of the West Mifflin, PA, Lions Club. A Lions Club member since 1961, he was honored with a Melvin Jones Award.

Robert was a founding member of Holy Spirit Church, now part of the Triumph of the Holy Cross.  He was President of the Holy Name Society and served as an usher for more than 50 years. 

He led his community in many ways, as Chairman of the West Mifflin Planning Commission; Chairman of the West Mifflin Bicentennial Committee; Chairman of the West Mifflin Memorial Day Parade and as a Borough Councilman.

Above all, Robert was a dedicated and loving father. He cherished every moment spent with his family. 

Robert is survived by his four children, Robyn Radomski (David); Michael Moses (Victoria); Robert Moses, Jr.; and Karen Bergman (John).  

His five grandchildren were a source of immense pride and joy: Lauren Cupps (Steven); Kristen Fox (Alan); Dr. Jeffrey Bergman (Ciara); Kelly Bergman, and Benjamin Moses.

Robert found complete joy in his great grandchildren, Alexandra Cupps, two years old and Ethan Robert Fox, one year old. He also has another great grandchild on the way. 

Robert’s love for his family, sports, and community service defined his life. His legacy as a great father and leader will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 19, from 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at the SAVOLSIKS-WASIK-GLENN FUNERAL HOME INC., 3501 Main Street, Munhall PA 15120. A Blessing Service will be held the following day; Thursday, June 20, at 10 AM, at the Funeral Home.  Interment to follow at Lebanon Church Mausoleum. 

Donations to the Lions club would be appreciated, and used towards the Lions mission “We Serve”.  Our five areas are Vision, Environmental, Pediatric, Hunger, and Diabetes Awareness. Donations can be made payable to West Mifflin Lions Club, P.O. Box 56, West Mifflin, PA  15122. 

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