Eric S. Pirchesky
PIRCHESKY: Eric S. Pirchesky passed quietly on Aug. 27, 2023, at his home and surrounded by family. He is survived by his loving brothers, Michael Pierce (Anna) and Melvin Pirchesky (Sharon); sister, Hope Bassichis; son, Joel Pirchesky (Baila); daughters Lori Yanoff (Scott) and Jill Pirchesky; four grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, all of whom had a special place in his heart. Eric was raised in Monongahela, Pennsylvania, in the middle of a scrap yard between the railroad tracks and the Monongahela River. The yard was started by his beloved father, Robert Pirchesky, and his adored mother, Anne (Cousin) Pirchesky. From these humble beginnings, Eric worked very hard with one of his first major accomplishments was becoming an Eagle Scout. This was very special to him as his brothers also became Eagle Scouts, making him, his brothers and his father one of the few families in the United States with four Eagle Scouts. Later, his son, Joel, and grandson, Sage, became Eagle Scouts, making a total of six Eagle Scouts in one family. Following high school graduation from Monongahela High School, he joined the family business. After learning the scrap business, he became president and built a strong company, got married, grew a special family and lived successfully in Charleroi, Pennsylvania. He was generous and always did his best to take care of his family as long as he lived. He and his parents sold their business in 1991 and retired. In retirement, he enjoyed his time with his family. His last years were spent with, and taken care of by, his loving sister, Hope, in Pittsburgh, the city he always enjoyed. He will be missed and remembered for his continually expressed kindness and his humor. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at the Tree of Life Memorial Park 2062 Reis Run Road, Franklin Park, PA 15237. Shiva will be observed from 4-8 p.m. with services at 7 p.m. Jill Pirchesky will host shiva on Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 29 and 30. Hope Bassichis will host shiva on Thursday and Sunday, Aug. 31 and Sept 3.The family requests that donations in lieu of flowers be made to the Boy Scouts of America, a cause very close to his heart, 1275 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 or LHCScouting.org. PJC
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