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Official Obituary of

Russell John Hirtz

December 18, 1934 ~ May 13, 2020 (age 85) 85 Years Old

Russell Hirtz Obituary

85, passed away on May 13, 2020. Born in Pittsburgh on December 18, 1934. Beloved son to the late Michael Hirtz and Romina Fromm Hirtz. Loving husband to the late Mary Ann Madeja Hirtz who passed in 2006. Caring father to Melinda (Richard) Graef. Proud grandfather to Carson Graef. Brother to Richard Hirtz and Helen Przybylek. Also survived by his loving nieces, and good friend Bernie Wetzel. Preceded in death by his friends Robert Stabb and Larry Winters.

Russell loved driving bus for Greyhound and school bus for BBW high school.

A memorial service will be planned for a later date. Arrangements are handled by Cieslak & Tatko Funeral Home and Cremation Services; 2935 Brownsville Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15227

Russell was a US Navy veteran and will be laid to rest at The National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

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