Obituaries
January 4, 2021

Barry W. Bartek – Charleroi

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Our beloved son and brother, Barry W. Bartek, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020, at the age of 53. He was born in Cleveland on Dec. 6, 1967, son of Barry L. and Audrey Yancec Bartek of Charleroi. Barry loved to fish and enjoyed playing pool. He was a social member of American Legion Post No. 22 in Charleroi and the Star Junction Gun Club. He was employed at Valley Retread in Speers. Besides his parents, he is also survived by his sister, Brandy Bartek of Charleroi. Barry was always there for his family and friends. Words cannot express the sorrow that we are feeling. We will miss him forever. Rest in peace, Barry. There will be no visitation. Arrangements have been entrusted to MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC., Charleroi. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.

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