Joseph Paul Stefanosky, 64, of Clarion, passed away on April 19th, 2026, at his home. He was born in New Brighton on April 30th, 1961, a son of Eileen F. McPherson Stefanosky and the late John A. Stefanosky. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia G. Stefanosky, one grandson, Austin C. Hancock, two brothers, John and Scott Stefanosky, one great-nephew, Devin Stefanosky, a niece, Tanya Stefanosky, and several aunts and uncles. He is survived by one daughter, Elyse I. Stefanosky, of Beaver Falls, two grandchildren, Ethan and Owen Stefanosky, and a special friend whom he also considered his daughter, Holly Dean, of Beaver Falls, as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Joseph was a retired former owner of J. and T. fleet repair and trucks n’ more in Punta Gorda, Florida, and was a self employed carpenter and previously worked for Bachmans Garage and Kruts Garage.

Friends will be received on Friday, April 24th, from 4-7 p.m., at the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where a service will follow Saturday, April 25th at 11 a.m.

Inurnment will take place at St. Cecilia’s Cemetery, 761 Allendale Road, New Brighton.

Memorial contributions will be made to UPMC Children’s Hospital, 4401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224.