Eugene Cousins

Eugene Cousins, 91, of Renfrew, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024, in the comfort of his home.
He was born May 13, 1932 in Butler, a son of the late Charles Cousins and Helen (Blasko) Cousins.
He had worked at the Pullman Standard Car Company until the plant closed, also Trinity Industries and had taken over operating the family business, Cousins Sanitation. He enjoyed backhoe work and installing and servicing septic systems. He was an avid gardener, enjoyed hunting and fishing and loved spending time with his grandkids. He was a member of the American Legion Post #778 in Lyndora.
A veteran of the United States Air Force, he served in the Korean War.
Surviving are his children: Cheryle Monsour, Tom (Maureen) Cousins, Beverly (Dan) McGee, Shelly (Art) Balleu, Patty (Jim) Tincha and Jeff Cousins.
12 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.
3 sisters and 1 brother.
Numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ida (Dietrich) Cousins, she passed away October 11, 1988; 1 daughter, Pam Smith; a grandson, Tony Cousins; 1 sister and 3 brothers.
Friends will be received at the Geibel Funeral Home, 201 East Cunningham Street, Butler, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Friday. Services will follow at 7:00 pm at the Funeral Home. Pastor David Janz to officiate. Interment will be in Butler County Memorial Park.