Obituaries
June 4, 2022

Pamela G. Mahalko – Monessen

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Pamela G. Mahalko, 71, of Monessen, passed away on June 2, 2022, at UPMC Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh. She was born on Nov. 5, 1950, to Clifford and Esther Learnard in North Charleroi. She was a graduate of Monessen High School, Class of 1968, and was formerly employed by La Eda’s Family Restaurant. Pamela is survived by her loving husband, David Mahalko of Monessen; son, Jonathan Tirpak of Lower Burrell; three grandchildren, Nicklas, Kyle and Anna Tirpak, all of Elizabeth; brother, Cliff Learnard; mother-in-law, Janice Mahalko of Charleroi; and brother-in-law, Nick Mahalko of Monessen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Nate Tirpak. Private funeral services were held and arrangements were entrusted to ROBERT A. BILLICK FUNERAL HOME INC., Monessen. Online condolences can be given at www.billicksfuneralhome.com.

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