Christopher Marchionda, 75, of Big Beaver, passed away on February 27th, 2026, after a lengthy illness, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and a legacy built on strength, loyalty, and heart. He was born in West Aliquippa on June 8th, 1950, a son of the late Frank and Anna Cellini Marchionda. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Francis, Louis, Robert, and Joseph Marchionda, and his sister, Anita Marchionda. He is survived by his devoted wife, Deborah (Dobich) Marchionda. Christopher and Debbie were blessed to celebrate their 51st anniversary on February 15th. He is also survived by his son, Brian, his beloved granddaughter, Celeste, his sister, Virginia (Melvin) Swogger, four sisters-in-law: Jeanie, Linda and Nancy Marchionda and Becky Gallagher; as well as his brother-in-law, William (Polly) Dobich, many cherished nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and many cousins who will carry his memory forward.

Christopher grew up surrounded by family and lifelong values that shaped the man he became. He was a 1969 graduate of Aliquippa Senior High School, he played fullback on the football team. He was a strong, determined person who was always moving forward. He carried that same drive through Youngstown State University, graduating in 1973 with a degree in Business, and later into his long career in construction with Local Union 833, New Brighton. He believed in showing up for work, family, and the people he loved. He worked hard, and he loved even harder. He never gave up on those he cared about. He was a member of Pathway Church in Chippewa and enjoyed the time he spent there. In earlier years he was active in teaching bible study.
He was happiest cooking a meal for his family, watching the Steelers, Penguins, or Pirates, or simply spending time with the people who meant the most to him. Above all, his greatest joy was being “Pap” to his precious granddaughter, Celeste Angel Marchionda. That role was his pride and his heart.
His strength, loyalty, and love will remain in the lives he touched forever.
A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 3rd from 3-7 p.m. at the ANTHONY MASTROFRANCESCO FUNERAL HOME INC., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of his arrangements. A homecoming service will be held on Wednesday, March 4th at 11 a.m. at Pathway Church, 239 Braun Road, Beaver Falls. Everyone is asked to meet at the church. Private Interment will follow at Grove Cemetery, 1750 Valley Avenue, New Brighton.