Paul F. Merlino Jr.

Paul F. Merlino Jr. obituary, North Huntingdon, PA

Paul F. Merlino Jr.

Paul Merlino Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by James W. Shirley Funeral Home, Inc. - North Huntingdon on May 3, 2025.

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Paul F. Merlino Jr, age 65 of North Huntingdon May 1, 2025, at UPMC East. He was born on January 16, 1960 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Paul F. and Dorothy Pudo Merlino Sr. Paul was a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Hockstedders in Wilkinsburg as a printer operator. Paul loved being a dad, going to the beach, and everything Star Trek. Paul grew up in Penn Hills and was a graduate of Penn Hills High School. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Lisa Merlino. He is survived by his wife, Lynette Ritchey Merlino, his loving daughter, Rachel, and best friend, Josh May. Paul is also survived by many family members and friends. Visitation will be held on Monday from 5-7 PM with a Memorial Service to follow at 7 PM at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, PA 15642. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the family through our website at www.shirleyfuneralhome.com
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