Wayne Pixler, 93, of Center Township, passed away on February 28th, 2025 surrounded by his beloved family. He was born at home on March 24th, 1931, the son of the late Boyd and Irene Pixler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Adrienne Caler, his father-in-law, Eugene Caler, mother-in-law, Dorothy Caler and a son-in-law, Greg Puhalla. He is survived by three daughters, Linda Puhalla, Bonnie Zelenak, and Cheryl (Tim) McCauley, five grandchildren: Brad Puhalla, Timmy McCauley, Geof (Kim) Puhalla, Cory (Lenka) Zelenak and the sparkle in his eye and only granddaughter, Rachael McCauley; as well as three great grandchildren, Colin, Camryn, and Caitlyn Puhalla.

Wayne passed away at home, the place he built and lived in for 47 years. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa. He married the love of his life, Adrienne Caler, on July 28th, 1950 and they spent 72 years together.  Wayne devoted his entire life to provide and care for his family. He was the best father, grandfather and great grandfather. There was never a dull or quiet moment with Wayne when he was with his family. He was employed as a Steelworker for 44 years at Jones and Laughlin Steel Corporation. He began working in the Electrical Department in the Seamless Steel Tube prior to graduating from Aliquippa High School in 1949.  He then spent 10 years as a Crane Operator while going to night school.  After graduating from night school, he worked as Lead Electrical Forman working his way up to General Forman of the Maintenance Department.  When the Seamless Steel Tube in Aliquippa closed in 1982, Wayne transferred to J&L Specialty Steel in Midland to finish his career as Superintendent of the Electrical/Maintenance Departments.  He retired in 1993.

Aside from providing for his family, he enjoyed hunting. In his younger years, he would hunt rabbits with his dad.  He always owned a Beagle, and he loved Queenie. He loved deer hunting with his father-in-law Eugene at the cabin they built in Tionesta, Pennsylvania. His deer antlers still hang in the garage. His favorite thing to do was dance the night away with his wife Adrienne. His love for her was one in a million.

A private funeral service will be held on Thursday March 6th, 2025 in the First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa. Private interment will take place in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Aliquippa, 2816 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

A very special thanks goes out to his caregivers for their help and kindness in taking care of Wayne.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa.