Wissinger

Howard J. Wissinger, 88, of Butler, passed away on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024.

Born April 11, 1936, in Butler, he was the son of the late Howard J. and Mary (Cehelsky) Wissinger.

At a young age, Howard became the provider for his family and started working as a farmer. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and later worked for Kerns Furniture until the company moved out of state. Afterward, he worked at Mine Safety Appliances (MSA) as a chemical engineer where he retired after 27 years. He was an avid Steelers fan and enjoyed car restoration. He spent a lot of his time working on cars with his late buddy, Ken. He continued that tradition with his friend, Gary. He also enjoyed a nice, cold Pepsi. Howard will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his children, Stephen J. Wissinger and Theresa I. Wissinger, both of Butler, and Beth A. (Paul) Debor of Slippery Rock; seven grandchildren, Daniel, Joseph, Austin, Dylan, Jesse, Mackenzie and Liam; brother, Francis (Theresa) Wissinger of Cabot; sister, Patricia (Richard) Marshall of Erie; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy M. Wissinger, and his infant brother, Harry.

WISSINGER — Friends of Howard J. Wissinger, who died Friday, Nov. 8, 2024, will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024, at BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTER, 856 Evans City Road, Renfrew.

A blessing service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024, at the funeral home.

He will be laid to rest with military honors at Greenlawn Burial Estates in Butler.

Memorial donations may be made in his honor to the Parkinson's Foundation, 5757 Waterford District Drive, Suite 310, Miami, FL 33126 (www.parkinson.org).

Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.boylanfuneralservices.com.

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