Obituaries
August 5, 2019

David Pierce Jr. – Elco

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David Pierce Jr., 67, of Elco, died Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, at his home. Born in Waynesburg on June 7, 1952, a son of the late David Pierce Sr. and Dorothy Gauden. David was retired from the former Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Allenport Plant. He was a member of the Roscoe American Legion Post 801, the Roscoe Slovak Club and was a lifetime member of the NRA. David is survived by his wife, Cindy Place Pierce; a son and daughter-in-law, Jesse (Sarah) Pierce of Pittsburgh; a daughter, Kristine Pierce of Pittsburgh; a granddaughter, Everly Jo Reign Pierce; sister, Dottie Ellis of Ohio; and nephew, Joseph Gauden; and by several good friends. Also surviving are his nephew and girlfriend, Homer Stewart and Marilynn Carraway, who were his 24/7 caretakers during his illness. He was preceded in death by a sister, Laura Pierce; and brother, John Pierce. The family would like to thank Amedysis Hospice for all of their help and care. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements have been entrusted to MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC. Roscoe. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.

 

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