Anthony M. Pavlak, Jr., 66, of Austintown, died at his residence Friday, July 14, 2017.  He was born January 21, 1951 in Youngstown, the son of Anthony “Tony” and Mary Ellen (Gordon) Pavlak, and had lived in the area all his life.

A graduate of Girard High School, Tony served in the Vietnam War with the U.S. Army.  He worked as a furnace operator for RMI for 41 years, retiring in 2015.  He enjoyed hunting, bowling, and golf.

Surviving are his companion, Vanessa Pellin of North Jackson; two children, Tony Pavlak of Girard and Dacia Crown of Cortland; six grandchildren: Amanda, Courtney, Andrew, Merandia, Grace, and Colin; a great-grandchild, Paisley; and two sisters, Peggy Hall of Niles and Ruth Murphy of Liberty.  His parents precede him in death.

Services are 3:00 pm Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at Staton-Borowski Funeral Home, with Rev, Curtis Miller officiating.  Friends may call 1:00 to 3:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home.  

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