Obituaries
June 29, 2021

Wayne J. Krivijanski Port Vue

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Wayne J. Krivijanski, of Port Vue, passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June 24, 2021, at the age of 69. He was the son of the late John C. and Margaret Lengel Krivijanski; formerly married to the late Kristie Krivijanski; father of Gary (Kelly) Krivijanski, Jennifer Krivijanski, and Kimberly (Christofer) Pistilli; grandfather to Jacob Krivijanski, Kelsye Tuttle, Kylee Krivijanski, Kenzye Krivijanski, Adriana Pistilli, Cash Pistilli and Delilah Pistilli; brother of Darlene Russen, Marcia Neff, Janet (Ed) Molnar, Diane (late Clifford) Yoders, George (Kelly) Krivijanski, Christine Proud, Sharon (Joseph) Duran, and the late Gary and Michael Krivijanski. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, close friends and his beloved dog, Nikko. Wayne was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather and friend to everyone whose lives he touched. He was also the boss-man and proud owner of Hott Rodz in Glassport. Wayne was an avid hunter, sports and NASCAR fan. With his heart of gold, he touched many people’s lives with his kind caring nature and words of wisdom. He would do anything he could to help others in need. He brought so much laughter and joy to everyone he met and treated friends like family. He will truly be missed by all. Friends will be received at Savolskis-Wasik-Glenn Funeral Home Inc., 3501 Main St., Munhall, from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 to noon Thursday. A blessing service will be held at the funeral home at noon. A livestream of the service will be available on our Facebook page on Thursday. Interment to follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Condolences may be left at www.swgfuneralhome.com.

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