Obituaries
January 25, 2021

Dr. Paul Joseph Harbosky, D.C. – Charleroi

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Dr. Paul Joseph Harbosky, D.C., 69, of Charleroi, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 24, 2021. He was affectionately known by his patients as “Dr. Paul.” Dr. Paul graduated from Elizabeth Forward High School, Class of 1969, and received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Paul was dedicated to his profession and attended many post-graduate programs in order to offer top-quality holistic health care to his patients and community. For the past 46 years, he has provided dedicated and loving service to his patients. Surviving to cherish his memory are his daughter, Rachel Harbosky; son, Paul “PC” Harbosky; granddaughter, Jesse Kuhel; sisters, Nancy Koller and Sharon Knoll; brother, Kevin Harbosky; and longtime girlfriend for the past 26 years, Susan “Kelly” Koch. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Harbosky; mother, Emma McKivitz Harbosky; and brother, Dr. Joseph Harbosky, D.C. At Dr. Paul’s request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to JAMES C. STUMP FUNERAL HOME INC., 580 Circle Drive, Rostraver Township, 724-929-7934, www.jamesstumpfuneralhome.com.

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