Peter "Pete" Sisak
September 22, 1921 - January 27, 2018
Peter “Pete” Sisak, 96, of Jamestown, N.Y., passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born on September 22, 1921 in Atlantic, PA, the son of the late John and Anna Olexxa Sisak. Pete was raised and educated in Graceton, PA and attended Homer City High School. Following high school he served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He served in four battles beginning with the Battle of Normandy and ending with the Battle of Avancourt, France. Pete served as First Scout on all four battles. He earned several medals including the Purple Heart Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. Pete worked as a production worker for Blackstone Corporation for thirty-seven years. He was a member of the Holy Apostles Parish, SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, VFW, DAV and IAM. He enjoyed woodworking, whittling, walking, watching Western shows and playing his harmonica. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed sharing his produce with others. Pete especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family would like to thank Chautauqua County Hospice and Dr. Lamancuso and staff. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Youngquist Sisak, whom he married on October 29, 1955 in Sheffield, PA; his son: Darrell Sisak of Jamestown, N.Y., two daughters: Karen (Daniel) Soderberg of Jamestown, N.Y., and Elaine (Fred) Mansfield of Hubert, N.C.; his daughter- in – law: Lori Sisak of Jamestown, N.Y.; nine grandchildren: Mandy Sisak, Chris (Melinda) Soderberg, Erin Carlson, David Soderberg, Sarah Sisak, Heather Soderberg, Bret Sisak, Haley Mansfield and Mark Soderberg; two great grandchildren: Maelynn Sisak and Kamryn Monroe, many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters; one grandson-in-law: Christian Carlson. Memorial contributions may be made to Impact Campus Fellowship, 520 Fairmount Avenue, Jamestown, NY 14701. No visitation or services will be held. A private committal service will be held by the family. Rev. Daniel Soderberg (son-in-law) will officiate. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Lake View Cemetery, Jamestown, N.Y. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Powers, Present & Sixbey Funeral Home, 316 East Fifth Street, Jamestown, N.Y. To light a candle or to send condolences to Pete’s family, please visit www.presentsixbeyfuneral.com.
Peter “Pete” Sisak, 96, of Jamestown, N.Y., passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at his residence. He was born on September 22, 1921 in Atlantic, PA, the son of the late John and Anna Olexxa Sisak. Pete was raised and educated... View Obituary & Service Information
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