Andrew Bratu, Jr., Age 88, of Minerva, died Tuesday, May 17, 2016 in Minerva Eldercare. He was born in Alliance to Andrew and Anna (Costandine) Bratu, Sr. He was a Draftman at Alliance Machine. He served in the Coast Guard and a member of the Minerva Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Sutton) Bratu of 63 years this year, Son, David (Nancy) Bratu of Minerva, 3 grandchildren, Brent (Gina) Bratu of Minerva, Jessica Pagas of Dover, Jeff Bratu of Pittsburgh, 2 great grandchildren, Jacob Pagas and Madison Pagas.

Funeral services will be Friday at 2pm in the Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home in Minerva with Rev. Harley Wheeler officiating. Burial will be in the Freeburg Cemetery. Calling hours will be 2 hours prior to the services on Friday.