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CHRIS PUHLMAN Obituary
CHRIS A.
Suddenly on Thursday, February 9, 2012, of Robinson Twp., age 59. Life partner of David A. Slinchak; father of Caitlin (Matthew) Warren, Daniel, Jeremy (Kristen), and the late Nathan Puhlman; grandfather of Noah, Max, Addyson, and Tenley; brother of Suzanne Giger, Marcia (Jack) Petkovich, Robert (Linda), and Michael Puhlman; also Sandra Lubick (mother of Caitlin, Daniel, and Jeremy) and Adam Slinchak (son of David A. Slinchak). Chris was a third generation businessman and native of the Robinson Township area. Chris will be remembered as the owner of Chris Puhlman Flowers and Gifts in areas west of the city (now owned and operated by Karen Farrell). He also operated Parkway West Floral Warehouse, as well as a The Corner Table Restaurant on Campbell's Run Road. He touched many lives with his work ethic and floral creations -- proms, weddings, funerals, christenings, anniversaries, graduations... the stuff life is made of. He was involved with the Coraopolis Kiwanis, and a contributor to many charity auctions, fund-raising events, and organizations. In addition, Chris was a proud U.S. Air Force Vietnam veteran. Chris had a passion for skiing, travel, and trying to make the impossible possible. He will be painfully missed by his partner, children, grandchildren, family, and friends. We remember a life cut tragically short, and he would have been so upset that his accident held up traffic for so long. We love you and always will. Friends received Saturday 6-8 and Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 at the JOSEPH M. SOMMA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5405 Steubenville Pike, Moon Run, Robinson Twp., where a Funeral Service will be on Monday at noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in honor of his son, Nathan to the March of Dimes March for Babies, 5168 Campbell's Run Road, Suite 100, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
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Janine Giammanco
February 5, 2021
Still miss him everyday
Janine giammanco
Linda Lyndon
February 5, 2013
Dave, I haven't been able to reach you by phone. Call me sometime.
April 3, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Puhlman family. Jim Horner
Kristen Knouff
February 25, 2012
Though I know many people by name, drink and story through working at Starbucks, Chris and Dave have always been favorites. The joy of planning another vacation, the sadness at hearing of my Dad's terminal illness, and above all, the humble, sweet, profound love evinced between the two, leave me truly at a loss during this difficult time. My prayers and hugs are with you.
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David Slinchak
February 15, 2012
Chris,
I miss you so much and the pain of losing you is so great that the only thing sustaining
me right now is my endless
love for you. I see the sorrow
in your family and friends mourning your
death and I wish I could wash away their grief. We planned a life that seemed to go on forever. How naive of us. To think that fate would never interrupt. I am thanking
everyone in your behalf for all
they are doing to keep your
memory alive. I am humbled.
And you certainly should be
amazed at the outpouring of
love and recognition of the
Great man that I know you are
and will love forever. I pray for this emptiness to be filled with strength to go on.
David
February 14, 2012
My condolences to the family of Chris. I remember working at the Corner Table with Chris,Bob, and Linda. He was a very nice guy and he will be missed. Linda (Reichl) Feskorn
Michele Powell
February 14, 2012
Condolences to Chris' family. He was a great guy, friend, and co-worker. He will be sadly missed.
John Cattley
February 13, 2012
Caitlyn, Jeremy, Dan--Very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad.
Tony (Bud) Morris
February 13, 2012
Always enjoyed looking at the beautiful flower arrangements in the window @ Puhlmans in Carnegie while walking to and from church as a boy. RIP Chris...
rick meyer
February 13, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gene Adamczk
February 13, 2012
My condolences to Chris' extended family. Chris was a proud member of the "Marching Millions" in my Senior yer. We attended the same church growing up.
RIP in Christ!
February 13, 2012
Jeremy, Dan, Caitlin, We are so sorry to hear of the the sudden loss of your Dad. He was always a good neighbor and had such an upbeat personality. Dave and Mary Cattley
February 13, 2012
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Chris and Daves families. I've known Chris since I was 10 years old and a best friend he always will be. There has never been a more compassionate person. May he rest in peace til we meet again. Cathy Geer Farrell, SunCity Center, Florida
Rich Fraysier
February 13, 2012
Our condolences to the extended family. As a teen Chris attended the same church our family did. I remember him well from youth activities and at school, where he was a proud member of the Montour "Marching Millions" Band. RIP Chris!
Barb Matyas-Cosgrove
February 13, 2012
Dear David, although it has been years since we have seen each other I just wanted to offer my sympathy in your sudden and tragic loss of Chris. I hope all your wonderful memories will help sustain you through this difficult time and I will keep you in my prayers .
February 13, 2012
Dear Family of Chris,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies on your sudden and terrible loss. I was a friend of Chris in the 70's and also worked with him at his dad's shop one summer. I was just in Pgh visiting my dad last week and pointed out the Corner Table Restaurant as belonging to Chris. It's so sad that he is gone He was always a kind and friendly person and I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Landa Schmitt
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February 13, 2012
Chris, I can't believe that you are gone. I am grateful to have met you and had you in my life over the last few years. You are a truly wonderful person who will not be forgotten. My condolences to the Puhlman-Slinchak families.
Sheila Hamm
February 12, 2012
With heartfelt saddess to the family of Chris Puhlman from Chris's kneighbors at Ridgewood, Snowshoe, WV. I want to express the sadness we feel to loose such a good neighbor. We want Joseph,Dave and others important to Chris to know that you all have friends here. Sheila Hamm, Business Manager for Ridgewood Owners Association
Tracy Zurcher
February 12, 2012
David and Chris' Family: I had the pleasure of knowing Chris during his time at the flower shop, and again as a co-worker at FedEx. His kind heart, warm smile and cheerful personality will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with u and may fond memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Married Commuters
February 12, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family...we did not know Chris but travel the McKees Rocks bridge daily and his tragic death has touched our hearts. God Bless.
jill kelley casoli
February 12, 2012
wow! i just can't believe it. chris though we didn't see each often you were a great friend, a childhood neighbor. i am so sadden that you are gone. love to you and your family
February 12, 2012
I met Chris the day I walked into SCI Pitt and we were friends immediately. He was the nicest, funniest person and I have such great memories of him. There are not many people with a heart like his and I will miss dearly. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of his family who he talked about and loved so deeply.
~Kim Snopko SCI Pittsburgh
February 12, 2012
Deepest sympathy to all of you. May the memories you shared sustain you in the coming days.
Jolynn Frey
Rose Krisky
February 11, 2012
Chris made the moment special. Did not need to be a special occasion, just needed his warm hug, beautiful smile and huge heart. My children adored him...he was always so good to them!! ALWAYS made each one of us feel loved and cared for! Our world is a much sadder place without him in it. Take heart Dave, I know his love for you has no bounds! He will be forever with you!
Janine Giammanco
February 11, 2012
Chris and I worked together at Sylvania Hills. He was a sweet, caring and gentle man. I was absolutely devastated. He welcomed all of is into his home for a pool party and that was something I will never forget. My daughter was three and still remembers swimming at his house. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this devastating time. Chris, we will all miss you!
Fred Gould
February 11, 2012
Dan, Jeremy & Caitlin,
I was shocked to have read of your father's passing in the news. I have fond memories of how kind he was to me whenever I would come over to hang out with you guys when we were kids. He always had a smile on his face. Even after I grew up he still remembered me any time I stopped in to buy flowers. My wife loved the roses I would always buy from him. He will be missed.
Chris Cox
February 11, 2012
Dave,
Jen and I were so sorry to hear the news. We have fond memories of Chris from Alison and Scott's wedding- memories of a kind, warm, engaging and gregarious man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
-Chris Cox
February 11, 2012
Chris and David are my best friends. I always considered our relationship very special.It didn't matter if we were on the phone or with each other we always had fun. I will miss Chris dearly. My prayers are with David and
Chris's family.
Love, Christine - DCA
Ann Trondle-Price
February 11, 2012
Dave, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. No words can express how hard it is to lose someone so suddenly, but know that I am thinking of you.
JoAnn and Bob Lloyd
February 11, 2012
Washington Square Flower Shop
JoAnn and Bob Lloyd
February 11, 2012
It was always a pleasure to talk to Chris while giving him a flower order the "Old-fashioned" way on the phone. Our heart-felt sympathy goes out to all his family and dear friends. Friends from Washington Square Flower Shop
Patrice Collins
February 11, 2012
My deepest sympathies and condolences are with Dave and his family. I did not know Chris, but I know that he was greatly loved and cherished by Dave and he spoke of him often. I will continue to pray for comfort and peace for the family. I am so sorry for this great loss.
February 11, 2012
Dave,
We extend our deepest condolences to you and want you to know, and now Chris who looks down on us from heaven, that we will always remember the very good times we all shared together. Chris was a very good man and we will cherish the memories we had with him and you. Our thoughts are with you and the Puhlman family.
Chris and Kerrell Wolfe
Wanda Lowe
February 11, 2012
My deepest condolences to Dave, Jeremy and family. Chris was a nice man and I'm so sorry I can't be their with you to give you each a hug. Chris will always be in our hearts and the memories will live on. Our prayer are with you on this day.
Kim Babich
February 11, 2012
Prior to my retirement I worked with Chris at SCIP and am very sorry to hear about the accident. Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss.
Andy Millerschoen and Family
February 11, 2012
Our deepest condolences to Jeremy and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mickie McMillin
February 11, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the extended Puhlman family on your loss.
Lynn Vacula
February 11, 2012
I had the pleasure of knowing Chris thru work at SCI PITT. He was a kind man and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Sheelagh Bonomo
February 11, 2012
Prayers are with all the family at this sad and tragic time.May God bless and keep you all.
Floyd Norton
February 11, 2012
Jeremy, our deepest sympathies to you and all the Pullman family. Floyd and Jonnie Norton
Evelyn(Grazulis) Ciechanowski-Kean
February 11, 2012
To Chris's loved ones .... I went to Montour HS with Chris n havent seen him since graduation! But my memories of him were in Geometry class. He was so smart n eager 2learn and never afraid to ask a question to make SURE he understood the lesson. A kind, super nice guy. A gentleman, genuine and sincere. So sorry for your loss. You will b in my prayers.
February 11, 2012
Chris, may you rest peacefully knowing that you were the very best man you could be in this world. Dave, we pray that you will find strength from the love of your family and friends, and from Chris himself. Together, the two of you showed how amazing and free love can be. That is a gift that will truly live on forever. Love, the Parkhill Family
February 11, 2012
Dave, my heart is broken for you and Chris' family, and for me. I will miss him terribly. I'm so sorry we didn't get together before I left PA in November.
Linda Lyndon
February 11, 2012
The world was a better place because Chris was in it, and he leaves it better by the memories we have of his incredible love, kindness and humor. His wonderful smile and generosity of spirit will always be with me. My deepest condolences go to everyone that shares in this tragic loss. Rosie
February 11, 2012
I am extremely sorry to hear about your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kristen, Kevin and Kalysta
Brian &Gretchen Hann
February 11, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the Puhlman family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty Reiss
February 11, 2012
I had the pleasure of working for and with Chris at Parkway West Floral and at his Country Elegance store at Parkway Center Mall. He was one of the kindest and most loving people I knew. He also did the flowers at both my daughters weddings. He will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers go out to his whole family.
Pat Bricklemyer
February 11, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Dan and all the family. I was so shocked to learn this. Chris was a wonderful person--I worked for him one Valentine's weekend and was sorry when he sold the business. May he always be near you in spirit.
Doris Nagy
February 11, 2012
My prayers to all family and friends. I am sure he will be missed. He was a very special man; kind, considerate, and so friendly. And I only did business with him. I can't imagine what a wonderful parent he was! My sympathies.
February 11, 2012
Chris was a mild-mannered, kind-hearted, and honorable businessman. He touched many lives and he certainly touched ours. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. We will meet you at the top of the slope some day, Chris!
Rick & Georgette Arena
February 11, 2012
Chris,
I don't know you, I wish I had Your partner and family love you very much. We all could have learned so much from you Rest in Peace Judy Ft. Myers (pgh)
February 11, 2012
Thank you for sharing your life with my family and I. We have so many wonderful memories with you. You have brought so much joy to us. We greatly miss you. You will be in our daily thoughts and prayers forever. We love you.
Love~Lisa, Michael, Teddy, and Melina Tolliver
Helen
February 11, 2012
Chris was one of the kindest, most loving people I have ever had the honor to know. I love him and miss him so very much.
Marvin and Gene
February 11, 2012
We love you Chris and will miss you so much. You will be with us in our hearts as we go through life.
Diana MacFarland Petrovic
February 11, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the Puhlman family. I remember Chris as being fun and always thoughtful. He made many of my floral arrangements with extra care. When I was ill, he sent me the only flowering Swedish Ivy I had ever seen and I have yet to find another. It was special; just like Chris. He will be sadly missed by all whose hearts he's touched. The Puhlman family is in my prayers for strength and peace throughout this difficult time. God Bless.
February 11, 2012
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