Ed Shewak
Ed Shewak, age 77, of New Brighton, PA, passed away at Passavant Hospital in McCandless, PA, on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026. Surviving him are his wife of 55 years, Cathy (Marzio), daughters, Jennifer (Bryan) of Paeonian Springs, VA, Allison (Josh) of Beaver, PA, Courtney, Gainesville, VA, and Ashley, Beaver Falls, PA. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Cameron, Colin, Vivian, Violet, Ella, Gianna, and Kaymin.
Ed was born in Rochester, PA to the late Edward Sr. and Ann (Sergi) Shewak. Ed was a man who knew his values and lived by them every day. He was a fair and honest man in business and in life. He was a faithful Catholic and could be expected every Sunday 7:30 mass at Saints Peter and Paul (Our Lady of the Valley Parish).
Ed’s parents started Shewak Distributor in 1950 from their garage in North Rochester. Ed’s parents expanded the business to the current location and built a nice home to raise him. Ed graduated from Rochester High School in 1966 and then started college at Edinboro State College with his high school sweetheart, Cathy. In his time there, he was always involved in student affairs and helped create changes in student government. He received a degree in Psychology and used this knowledge in his everyday interactions with customers and business acquaintances.
Upon graduating from college, Ed joined the Air National Guard. He worked at the 171st Cmbt. Spt. Group in Coraopolis. Ed continued to expand Shewak Distributor to where it is today. Ed had a great work ethic. He could be seen every day on Virginia Avenue driving the forklift back and forth waving to the people going up and down the road. Working with Ed meant a sales call would turn from 5 minutes to 30. He could give a history lesson about the beer industry but would also give the best advice about business and life. He was a wealth of knowledge and cared very much about the people he dealt with. He was a mentor to many people in this business.
Ed loved going to Charleston with Cathy every month to his second home. He enjoyed the many restaurants, friends, and beaches. He loved sitting in his beach chair taking in the sun. There he could rest and relax, knowing that his daughter, Allison, was taking good care of the business. Ed was very proud of Allison and loved working with her every day.
The family wishes to thank all the nurses and doctors at Passavant Hospital for their kindness and exceptional care. Words cannot express our thanks for the wonderful people involved in hospice care who watched and prayed over Ed.
A memorial gathering will be at Huntsman Funeral Home in Rochester, PA on Sunday, March 15th from 2-6PM. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Ed’s life at 10AM for a memorial mass at Saints Peter and Paul in Beaver on Monday, March 16th 2026. It will be followed with a luncheon at The Standard in Bridgewater.
10 thoughts on “Ed Shewak”
A wonderful friend and person. Ed Cathy and I met several years ago in Charleston SC and we remained good friends. On each visit, we made time to meet for dinner and talk about everything. He really loved Cathy and his family and his friends both personal and business. I will miss our conversations about life, family, business and football. You have entered the realm of heaven and one day, we will resume our connection.
My Deepest Sympathys Goes To The Shewak Family I Remember Ed With Great Affixation His Wife Cathy Was My Babysitter When I Was A Little Boy And I Knew His Daughters Prayers 🙏🙏🙏
Cathy, Jennifer, Allison, Courtney, and Ashley, your husband and Father was a wonderful Man. When we would visit, he always had a kind word for my parents. He would call them Uncle and Aunt ,He would always show Dad what he was working on and let him try the new beers he had. May he fly with the Angels
Dearest Cathy, our sincerest condolences to you and the family on Ed’s passing. I was shocked when I heard the news from Cas, as I was not aware how sick he was.Myself and Steph will always remember you both visiting us on your many trips to Folly Beach and the fun chats we had catching up since your last visit. May God bless you and the girls, he will be sorely missed.
I married his daughter 25 years ago. Ever since I met him he has been a father to me. I will miss our talks and your advice. I will miss you Dad.
Requiem aeternam dona ei, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Et animae omnium fidelium defunctorum, per Dei misericordiam, requiescant in pace. Amen.
Wanting to extend my condolences, to Ed’s family, with
his untimely passing. May he rest in peace. God-Bless.
In sympathy/Gary Matsook
Our deepest condolences to the sneak family, Ed was a terrific gentleman a great business man and an excellent sports fan.Rest in peace
Sorry for the problem with my I pad.Our deepest condolences for your family.Ed was a terrific person a great businessman and excellent sports fan.
Ed didn’t say much but the word meant something, thought out and spoken with a quiet authority. Though I was just one of his many cousins, his father was my godfather, who I had great respect for. He and his parents always showed me kindness, understanding and respect as I grew older. I was fortunately able to be at Cathy and Ed’s wedding, the first wedding I had ever attended. As an 8 year old boy, I remember thinking how beautiful Cathy was.
Without actually being part of Ed’s life I still feel I’ve lost an important part of my life. I will think of him fondly the rest of my life.
Love, Eddie
My deepest sympathies for your great loss. I miss turning around at 7:30 Mass and waving the sign of peace to Ed. He was always in the same pew. I pray he is waving back at all of us with that smile from his heavenly home. He truly lived his faith by lending a helping hand to those in need. May perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.