Edward J. Pastrick

Edward J. Pastrick, 77, of Washington Township, passed away at home Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, after being ill the past five years. He was born June 16, 1947, in Natrona Heights, to the late Chris and Ann (Kulick) Pastrick. Edward lived most of his life in Tarentum and the past 24 years in Washington Township. He was Director of Plant Operations of various hospitals in the area for over 30 years. Edward was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church, Tarentum. Edward enjoyed maintaining and repairing automobiles and repairing all around the home. Survivors include his beloved wife, longtime friend, and companion, Michele A. (Ehnot) Pastrick; son, Shawn Pastrick, of Cincinnati, OH; and stepson, Eric V. Lilja, of Washington Township; grandson, Matthew Pastrick, of Cincinnati, OH; and two step granddaughters, Abigail and Kitty Lilja. Also surviving is his sister, Mary Ann (Gary) Pastorek, of Lower Burrell. Visitation is from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, in DUSTER FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 347 E 10th Ave., Tarentum, 724-224-1526. Panachida will be recited at 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, followed by a divine liturgy at 10 a.m., in Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Tarentum, with his Pastor, Very Rev. Vasyl Polyak officiating. Burial will be in Plum Creek Cemetery, Plum Borough. Parastas will be recited in the funeral home ay 7 p.m., Tuesday. Visit: dusterfh.com.