Columbus, OH — Fred Erwin Zanolli, 92, of Meadow Lands, Pa., died Jan. 16, 2021.

Mr. Zanolli was born June 17, 1928, in Meadow Lands, a son of the late Epifino Louis and Sophie Scarpari Zanolli. He graduated from Chartiers-Houston High School.

He was a horseman at a Meadow Lands farm, breeding, delivering foals and training yearlings for harness racing.

On Nov. 19, 1966, he married Judith Chropek, who survives. Also surviving are his sons, Damian Joseph and David Louis; many cherished nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Lawrence and David; and sister, Ann.

He was a member of the Standardbred Horseman’s Association, American Legion Post 902 (Canonsburg), charter member of the Chartiers Houston Fire Department and Bears Club.

He enjoyed all sports, especially horse racing, baseball, football and hockey. He also loved gardening and any time he could spend with friends and family.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and attended Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Church.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all services are private.

Memorial contributions may be made to Washington Area Humane Society, 1527 PA-136, Eighty Four, PA 15330.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to William G. Neal Funeral Homes Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington, PA 15301. Additional information and guest book are available at www.NealfuneralHome.com.