Alfred R. Mong
May 21, 1928 ~ March 19, 2020
Born in: Tionesta, Pennsylvania
Alfred “Buck” Mong died on March 19, 2020, at Sugarcreek Station. He was born in Tionesta on May 21, 1928, to Russell and Mary Mong. Buck grew up on the family farm and graduated from Tionesta High School. He then served in the Army during the Korean War. Buck married Jean Chittester of Falls Creek in 1955. The couple moved to Franklin and had one son, Donald. Buck worked at the asphalt plant and later retired from Mooney Chemicals. Buck served as a fire-police officer, fair-committee member, board member and bingo volunteer with the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department. He was honored as fireman of the year and again for 50+ years of service. Buck also served as a president of the Forest County Campers Association, a committee member with the Boy Scouts, and a volunteer with other community groups. Buck and Jean enjoyed hosting frequent gatherings at both the couple’s home in Franklin and at the camp that Buck built on part of the family farm in Tionesta. He never lost his love of the outdoors and continued trips there even after declining health forced a move to Sugarcreek Station. The family thanks the amazing staff of that facility, Dr. Jay Stevens, and the many others who enabled Buck’s care over the years. Buck was predeceased by his parents, a sister, Betty, and numerous brothers-and-sisters-in-law and cousins. He is survived by his wife and son. Burial arrangements are under the direction of the Gardinier Funeral Home in Franklin. With the coronavirus outbreak, private family burial will be held with the Reverend Roy Gearhart of the Galloway United Methodist Church. Interment will be in Bethel Cemetery. Any memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice. To send cards, online condolences, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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I remember him well. A great asset to he RGVFD for many years. Prayers to the family. He will be greatly missed. Fred
Sorry for your loss….he was always fun to come to work with…. prayers for you Jean and Don…. Kristie Shaffer
Mrs Mong and Don, we are so sorry to hear about Buck’s passing. We will always remember seeing him out in the back yard, and his wave as we went by. Jeanne and Don Shefchunas
So sorry for the loss of your husband/father. I’ll miss chatting with you, Don, at Sugar Creek Station. Our dads are in a better place. Libby Wood Stover
Don I will always remember your dad He had a kind heart and loved every one he met. Do to the virus I wish I could be there, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. IN God’s Grace. Rory Mckinney
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember hunting with Buck when I was in my youth in Red Brush and working on the family farm. Ted Allio
So sorry for your loss. I REMEMBER the holidays at the house when I was little. All the Food!!! And Uncle Buck was always Happy!!! I am sure he is smiling down on his family and friends and looking over everyone
So sorry to hear of Buck’s passing. Prayers are with the family in this time of great loss. When I became reunited with the Mong family Buck was always someone I could talk with and he filled me in on so much of the family history. Always enjoyed talking with him. Many good memories of our visits and Jean’s wonderful cooking. May he rest in peace knowing he had touched so many lives with good memories.
Buck was a delightful man to talk to. He often told me stories of his life when I would cut his hair. I didn’t know him very long but it was an honor. So sorry for your loss. God bless!
Dear Mong family, My sincere condolences on your recent loss. I always remembered Mr. Mong from the Fire Hall and running the penny pitch at the fair. He was always smiling and very helpful to all. With sympathy, Ken ‘Teke’ Brannon