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Michael R. Truax

1963 - 2026

Michael R. Truax obituary, 1963-2026, North Huntingdon, PA

BORN

1963

DIED

2026

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Ott Funeral Home, Inc.

805 Pennsylvania Ave

Irwin, Pennsylvania

Michael Truax Obituary

Michael Roger Truax, 62, of North Huntingdon, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, in the Hempfield Manor, Hempfield Township. Michael was born on March 26, 1963, in Wilkinsburg, the son of the late James "Tom" and Nancy K. (Stark) Truax. Michael was a bricklayer by trade in the construction industry, and he was an avid Steelers fan. He enjoyed the TV show "NCIS." In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his sister, Gina Chruscial. He is survived by his two sons, Patrick Michael Truax (Melissa) and Travis Roger Truax (Katlyn); his grandchildren, Patrick, Madelyn, and McKenna; his sister, Rose Ciancio (Rick); nieces and nephews, Kaitlyn Ciancio, Heather Adamson (Derek), Brian Chruscial (Megan), and Melanie Chruscial; brother-in-law, Alan Chruscial; and cousins. All services will be private for the family. OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 805 Pennsylvania Ave., Irwin, 724-863-8900, is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a condolence, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Tribune Review on Mar. 7, 2026.

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Rose

March 9, 2026

RIP Brother,
I will miss you so much! We've been through a lot, but I wouldn't change a thing!
Love, Rose

Marla Goe Coplin

March 8, 2026

I went to school with Mike, he was real quiet but real nice. Rip

Connie

March 8, 2026

Rose,

I´m so sorry to hear about your brother. May he rest in peace.

Connie O.

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