Philip R. Tirpak

Philip R. Tirpak

Philip Tirpak Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 2, 2003.
Philip R. Tirpak, 58, of Charleston, S.C., formerly of Donora, died Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2003, at home. He was born July 25, 1945, in New Eagle, a son of the late Andrew and Audrey Hazelbaker Tirpak. He worked several years for U.S. Steel Corp. and later joined the U.S. Navy, where he made his career. Mr. Tirpak was Catholic by faith and a graduate of Donora High School Class of 1964. He is survived by one brother, Donald Tirpak of Donora; and three sisters, Betty Jean Fisher, Judy Tirpak and Cathy Moorby. A graveside committal service will be held at the convenience of the family. The PAUL MACIK FUNERAL HOME, Donora, is in charge of arrangements.

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