Phillip Pechersky passed away on November 3, 2013. Phillip was born May 16, 1942
Philip leaves behind his best friend and beloved wife, Helen M. (Kalchthaler). He was the loving father, friend, and mentor of Robert (Rhonda) and Michael; step-father of James (Heather) Tucci and Michelle (fiancé Erik Gamage) Sunnyday. He was loved and will be deeply missed by his grandchildren, Daniel, Joey, Joshua, Hayley Tucci, and Hannah Tucci. He was loved and is survived by his brothers, Paul (Daine), Dr. Martin (the late Carole), and David (Nancy); cherished brother-in-law of Dolores Hartung, Anita and Carolyn Kalchthaler. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews, and their children.
Special gratitude is offered to his devoted caregivers at West Penn Forbes Hospice for their compassionate care, especially Chaplain Rabbi Perlman.
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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, 234 McKee Place, Pittwsburgh, 15213-3999 or Forbes Hospice, 4800 Friendship Ave., Pittsburgh, 15224.
Per the family's request, there will be no public visitation. Arrangements were provided by BURKET - TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., Oakmont.
