Roy W. Mengel

Roy W. Mengel, 93, of Frackville, passed away peacefully Friday June 12, 2026 at Shenandoah Senior Living Community.

Born in Frackville, December 3, 1932, He was a son of the late Roy and Dorothy (Gradwell) Mengel. A lifelong resident of the community he loved, Roy was a graduate of Frackville High School in 1950.

He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Following his service, he built a long career in banking, working for Home Savings and Loan.

Roy was a devoted member of First United Methodist Church in Frackville; he was also a member of Frackville Elks Lodge 1533, Frackville American Legion Post 398 and the Frackville Masonic Lodge. He especially enjoyed organizing and planning the Frackville High School Reunions. Roy loved people. He always had a story to tell folks and a smile for everyone.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by daughter, Lori Fischer; Brother Bruce Mengel, and Bruce’s wife Betty.

Roy is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Shirley (Lowthert) Mengel; his daughter Lisa Dower, and her husband Michael, of Wyomissing; his son-in-law Samual Fischer; his grandchildren, Jessica Stabile, Michael Dower, Caleb Fischer, Seth Fischer, and Matt Fischer; his great granddaughter, Emerson Staile; Nieces and Nephews.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 19, 2026, at First United Methodist Church, 25 South Balliet St. Frackville, PA 17931 with The Rev. Arturo Bautista officiating. Friends may call from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM on Friday at the church. Burial with military honors will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Frackville.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church memorial fund at the above address

Nice Hart Funeral Home Inc., Frackville, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be sent to www.nicehartfuneralhome.com.