Arthur L. Stasiak, "American Hero", March 31, 1922 - April 15, 2013. Arthur was born in Buffalo, New York, a lifelong resident of Nazareth, PA. As a soldier of the famed 1st Marine Division, he was among the first to volunteer during WWII. He survived some of the heaviest fighting in the Pacific Theatre of action, including Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, New Britain, and Pelelin, where he was severely wounded. He exemplified what a true Marine is, and the Corps remained close to his heart his entire life. Endeared by anyone who was fortunate to know him, he will be fondly remembered for his quick wit and Polish humor. A bona-fide member of the "greatest generation", he thanked the Lord for every day he had. A catcher for Minor League baseball brought him to his beloved Nazareth, and the old Nazareth Inn where he stayed and worked. He also played in the Blue Mountain League for many years and was the second person inducted into the league's Hall of Fame. Arthur was predeceased by the love of his life of 64 years, Frances Hofer Stasiak. Also, sisters Irene, Leona and brother Richard, a casualty of World War II, and his parents, Rose and Leon Stasiak. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, serving as one of the first Eucharistic Ministers, a member of the Paradise Choir, and a dedicated volunteer for the Holy Family Church Picnic. He was also a member of the VFW, American Legion, the Holy Name Club, served as a Boy Scout leader and girl's softball coach, and volunteered at Gracedale. Art was a faithful servant. He worked for and retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Arthur is survived by one daughter, Veronica Burley and her husband Kirk; two grandsons, Julian and his companion Lea, and Ian and his wife Allison; and one great-grandson, Denver. Dad, Dzia-Dzia, there were moments when you didn't know we were watching. We saw tears in your eyes and we were very moved. We began to see the man (the marine) behind the father, the grandfather. You made sacrifices so that we might have opportunities. We want to apologize for the times we were selfish and had a limited view of your world. We will always love you A private prayer service, with military honors, will be held in Holy Family Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Schmidt Funeral Home P.C., 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth. Memorial donations in memory of Arthur may be offered to Holy Family Catholic Church, 23 Forest Dr., Nazareth, Pa. 18064, or to Arcadia Hospice, 7248 Tilghman St., Ste 160, Allentown, Pa. 18106.