Benjamin Richard Packroni
Masontown
It is with heavy hearts and deep sorrow, that we announce the passing of Benjamin Richard Packroni, 83, of Masontown. Ben passed on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Uniontown, on March 22, 1943, the son of the late Telio and Jeannette Townsend Packroni.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by mother and father-in-law, Helen Reagan Miller and James Reagan; sister, Yvonne Packroni, brother-in-law, William Reagan; and nephew, Ronald B. Packroni.
Benjamin was a graduate of Albert Gallatin High School, Class of l961 and attended Salem College in West Virginia. He was co-owner of Ben’s Auto Parts, Masontown, for 50 years. He was a member of Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, Masontown, as well as The Italo-American Citizens’.
His biggest joys in life were his grandchildren. He also enjoyed numerous trips to South Carolina with his wife and many rounds of golf.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 61 years, Kathleen Packroni; daughters: Dawn M. Rozzi and husband, Anthony, Danette M. Packroni Glad and husband, Richard and Colony A. Hopkins and husband, Wes; sister, Dolores Krosse; brother, Ronald G. Packroni and wife, Bernadette; sisters-in-law: Dolores Cornfield, Charmaine Egidi and husband, Richard and Nancy Burd; grandsons, Benjamin T. Rozzi and Parker W. Hopkins; granddaughter, Paige K. Hopkins; and several dear nieces, nephews and cherished friends, as well as his two cats.
Family and friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, in the JOHN S. MAYKUTH, JR. FUNERAL HOME, Masontown, and from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday, May 14, the hour of service, with the Reverend Charles L. Hopkins, Sr. officiating in the Funeral Home Chapel. Entomentt follows in Mt. Macrina Cemetery, Uniontown.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to American Diabetes Association, Fayette Friends of Animals or a charity of your choice.