Obituary

Papinchak, David W., 42, Windber, went to be with the Lord on February 4, 2022, at his home. Born March 13, 1979, Windber. Preceded in death by his grandparents; older brother, Jamie; and best friend and cousin, Damian Papinchak. Survived by loving wife of 21 years, Malinda “Mindy” (Kime) Papinchak; sons, Mason and Paxton Papinchak; parents, Richard and Diana (Ott) Papinchak; siblings, Krista Grattan (Vince), Indiana; Sara Rearick (Joshua), Windber; sisters-in-law, Rebecca Papinchak (Jamie), Bradford; Jennifer Kime; and Kristy Sherow (James); parents-in-law, Kevin and Edie Horner; nieces and nephews, Victoria, Natalie, and Noah Grattan; Brycen and Colby Rearick; Lillian, Violet, and Penelope Papinchak; and Jayden and Parker Sherow; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. David was a 1997 Graduate of Forest Hills High School and was employed by DB Homes. David was a loving husband, father, son and brother. He devoted his time to his family. He enjoyed watching and coaching his sons wrestle, hunting, and spending time with family. He will also be missed by the Ranger Pride Wrestling Club. David was a hard worker and would lend a hand to anyone who would ask. Family will receive friends Wednesday, February 9th from 4 p.m. until time of service at 7 p.m. at Simple Alternatives, Inc., 717 Main St., Windber. Nancy Hoover, officiating.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Simple Alternatives, 717 Main St., Windber, PA 15963, to help with funeral expenses. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives, Inc. Affordable Cremation & Sensible Funeral Care. Condolences may be made at SimpleAlternativeCares.com