Paul Farkas

Paul Farkas, 93, of West Mayfield, peacefully entered eternal rest on November 21, 2024.

Paul is survived by his sons: Paul Michael (Elaine) Farkas, Jeffrey (Carol) Farkas, Kevin (Rhonda) Farkas; and cherished grandchildren: Benjamin, Scott, Ashlee (Tom), Louis; and brothers: Steven (Norma) Farkas and Frank (Wilma) Farkas. He also leaves behind his very special friend and companion, Dee Fox.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents Louis and Rose Biro Farkas; his wife, Hazel (Eiler), grandson Jeffrey Paul, and siblings: Veronika Farkas, Louis Farkas, Rose Bovalino, Goldie Thomas, Gyorgy Farkas, Sylvia Zwieryznski, Margaret Nicgorski, Esther Barnes, Wilma Custer, and Sally Jo Nelson Patton.

Born in Darlington, Pa but raised in Beaver Falls, Paul graduated from BFHS in 1948 and left for the US Navy the very next day. He proudly served aboard the USS Coral Sea (CV43) as an Aviation Machinist's Mate. After returning home, he married Hazel Eiler in 1952, the same year he was hired by the Babcock & Wilcox company and trained as a machinist. He retired from B&W as plant fire marshal after 38 years.

Paul was an active member of his community, first joining the West Mayfield Volunteer Fire Department in 1966 (former fire chief and life member) and then joining Council in 1972. He also served as mayor for 11 years. In total, Paul served in local government for 49 years–the longest serving elected official in West Mayfield’s history. Over the years he was a mentor and friend to many aspiring toward community service, something he believed in very strongly. He never lost faith in younger generations and encouraged people to get involved in making West Mayfield a nicer place to live and raise a family.

Many will remember Paul’s presence for decades at the Beaver County Maple Syrup Festival, where he loved to give tours and talk about handcrafting maple syrup. In his later years, Paul generously volunteered his time with his church’s charity programs, and he was a strong supporter of St. Jude’s Hospital. With over 50 years of Brotherhood, Paul was a 32nd degree Mason, Scottish Rite.

In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made in Paul’s name to St. Jude’s Hospital. A celebration of life ceremony will be held in West Mayfield Community Park during the summer of 2025.

Family and friends will be received on Monday, December 2, 2024, from 1-3 pm and 5-7 pm (a brief service will be held at 7 pm) at CORLESS-KUNSELMAN Funeral Services, 3801 4th Ave., Beaver Falls.