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Francis A. "Frank" Tarwacki

June 04, 1950 - June 18, 2024

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Obituary For Francis A. "Frank" Tarwacki

Age 74, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital on Tuesday, June 18, 2024.

Beloved husband of 46 years to Karen A. (Rocco) Tarwacki; loving father of Christopher J. and Jennifer M. Tarwacki; son of the late Stephen and Antoinette Tarwacki; cherished brother of Stephen Tarwacki and the late Gerald Tarwacki; son-in-law of the late Joseph and Catherine Rocco. Frank served in the U.S. Navy and loved to golf, bowl and above all, loved his wife and children whom he dedicated his life. "If I'm going to go out... I'm going out trying." Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Friday, June 21, 2024 from 12-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Mary Queen of Peace Parish, St. Mary of the Mount Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be held on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Richard P. Simmons Center for Interstitial Lung Disease at UPMC, 3459 Fifth Avenue, NW628, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

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  • June 26, 2024

    Judy Price Kicielinski

    Chris, Jennifer & Karen, Sending our deepest sympathy on the loss of your dad & husband. May your happy memories shared with him bring you comfort in this difficult time. Chris, you cut our grass for a time & I enjoyed heartwarming conversations with you about you & your family. Judy & John Kicielinski Teal Dr.

  • June 21, 2024

    Janet and Greg Felix

    Dear Karen and family Greg and I are heart broken to hear the passing of our dear friend Frank. He was such a kind, loving and fun guy. I'm so sorry we didn't make his funeral, I only heard this afternoon or we would have been by your side. You were such a wonderful wife to Frank, everyone knew that. I remember when I had a Mamogram appointment and you showed me the video of the two of you on TV. You inspired and impressed the world. All our love and prayers. I will donate to Frank's cause. Love you♥️

  • June 21, 2024

    Phyllis Wanetick

    My sympathy for the family's loss. He was always a stellar guy. Sending warm thoughts. Phyllis W.

  • June 20, 2024

    Kathleen Stock

    My deepest condolences to you Karen and your children. You and Frank epitomized the kind of love that makes marriages work. What a wonderful man he was!! I will never forget him ❤️!

  • June 19, 2024

    Donna Ulander

    I offer these words (what a great job.) Well done, you gave it the best of the best shot Frank you hung in there. With your sidekick right beside you . You two made quite a team.. I know you will always be watching over Karen. It was my pleasure to meet you rest in peace. 💔. Donna Ulander

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