Irene Elinor (Lindsay) Wichryk

Irene Elinor Wichryk, 99, of Chippewa, passed away peacefully, Sunday, September 29, 2024, at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls, just days before her 100th birthday.

Born October 5, 1924, in Rochester, she was a daughter of the late Rolla and Eva (Panner) Lindsay. Irene was a remarkable woman who embodied kindness and compassion, serving as a steadfast “Grandma” to all, nurturing not just her own family, but extending warmth to everyone who crossed her path.

She found joy in everyday moments – the stillness of her blossoming flower garden, the birds enjoying a meal or bath in her birdfeeders and birdbath, and the loving conversations with her family.  Her unwavering dedication to her family was a testament to her generous spirit.

We are grateful for every moment we shared with her.  Though our dear mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, great-great-grandmother, aunt, “Grandma”, babysitter, or neighbor may no longer be with us, her legacy of faith, humility, selflessness and grace will continue to live on in our hearts.  She will be missed by all who knew her.

Surviving are her children, Irene “Renee” (Richard) Barnes, Larry (Jane Klaproth) Wichryk, daughter-in-law, Bonnie Wichryk, Theresa (Michael) DeChellis, Francis (Merle) Wichryk, grandchildren, Kim (Dan) Butcher, Lori (Pedro) Bowman, Melody (Donald) Woodward, Larry (Alicia) Engle, Michael Engle, Sarah (Tony) Lowe, Anna Wichryk, Emily (Ryan) Bove, Brooke (Jeremy) Greilsheimer, David (Ashley) DeChellis, Lindsay (Matthew) Thompson, Eli Wichryk (Alli), Madelyn Wichryk (Nicholas), John Wichryk (Rachel), Chloe Wichryk (Eric), Cerina Wichryk, Francis Wichryk, Jr.  and Joi Lynn Wichryk, 29 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her loving husband, Harry Wichryk, sons, John Paul Wichryk, and Harry G. Wichryk, siblings, Elvira Ward, Margaret “Peggy” Turner, Alice Kendrew, Rolla Lindsay Jr., Sarah Jean Selby, and Marlin Lindsay, along with her sisters and brothers in law.

Friends and Family will be welcomed, Thursday, October 3rd, from 4-7pm, in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave, New Brighton, and Friday, October 4th, from 10am until the funeral service at 11am, with Pastor Sam DeMarco officiating.

Private interment will be held at St. Mary Cemetery, Beaver Falls.