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Calling Hours:
Wednesday, January 25, 2017, 4:00-7:00pm
Loutzenhiser-Randall Funeral Home and Cremation
Services, 416 Liberty St., Jamestown, PA

Funeral Service:
Thursday, January 26, 2017, 11:00am
Loutzenhiser-Randall Funeral Home and Cremation
Services, 416 Liberty St., Jamestown, PA
Rev. Kent Bell, officiating
Pastor of Bethel Life Worship Center

Burial with committal service in Park Lawn Cemetery

Richard "Rick" Chizmar, age 63, of Mullen Dr., Jamestown, passed away on Sunday morning, January 22, 2017 in UPMC Horizon Greenville.

He was born in Geneva, PA on July 15, 1953 son of Steve and Dorothy (Wimer) Chizmar. He was a 1971 graduate of Jamestown High School and on October 2, 1973, Rick married Debbie (Martell) Chizmar, she survives. He was employed as a welder at Excalibur Machine Co., Linesville and the former Trinity Industries, Greenville and previously worked at Tel-O-Post, Linesville. Rick enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing the guitar in his band Southern Comfort, and spending time with family and friends especially his grandchildren.  He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and truly enjoyed watching them play football.

In addition to his wife; he is survived by a daughter, Brandy Wilkerson and her husband Phillip of Greenville; a brother, Gary Chizmar and his wife Annamarie of Jamestown; two sister-in-laws, Charlene Chizmar of Greenville and Darlene Carnes of Conneautville; five grandchildren, Kayla Chizmar, Jarred Wilkerson, Taylor Wilkerson, Tessa Wilkerson, and Alicia Kohl.

He was preceded in death by his parents;  two sons, Chad Chizmar and Scott Chizmar; a brother, Dan Chizmar; and a sister, Marlene Chizmar.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or Jamestown Lions Club, 283 Kinsman Rd., Jamestown, PA 16134.

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11 Comments

  1. Sue McElhinny Sue McElhinny
    January 24, 2017    

    This is so hard. how do I say I’m sorry? Deb, Brandy, I’m here if you need me.

  2. Melissa & Harold Holler, Misty (Holler) Pulford and family,Brian Holler Melissa & Harold Holler, Misty (Holler) Pulford and family,Brian Holler
    January 24, 2017    

    Debbie ,,Brandy and family ,,and Kayla and Alicia,,,we are so sorry for your loss ..Rick was a very good friend of ours ….He will be miss by all ..Our condolence to all……Love and Hugs and Prayers

  3. Jeri Minekime Jeri Minekime
    January 24, 2017    

    You were a fantastic uncle, great friend, and was always here when we needed you. I am relieved that you are not in pain, nor will you suffer anymore. I will miss you always and forever!! Thank you for everything you have done for me and my family!!!

  4. Anonymous Anonymous
    January 24, 2017    

    i am proud to call rick my friend.this is truly a great loss and he will be missed.the fight is over my friend and heaven is waiting…love to all family and friends.

  5. Lindy McGill Lindy McGill
    January 24, 2017    

    My heart is broken for Debbie and Brandy and grandkids. Prayers and lots of love and hugs to you all.

  6. Terry reich Terry reich
    January 24, 2017    

    Our deepest sympathies to Ricks family and friends. May you find comfort knowing he is at peace with his Lord.
    Ron and terry reich (Lynnette’s in-laws)

  7. Ellen mason Ellen mason
    January 24, 2017    

    I WAS A CLASSMATE OF RICHARD SO SORRY FOR THE FAMILY
    HE WILL BE MISSED.

  8. Anonymous Anonymous
    January 24, 2017    

    So sorry and prayers for you all. He will be greatly missed.

  9. mary (reese)adams mary (reese)adams
    January 24, 2017    

    I graduated in 70, knew Rick well in school. Sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathies. RIP Rick

  10. Anonymous Anonymous
    January 25, 2017    

    my heart love and prayers go out to you debbie, brandy, kayla, and all of your family. rick was one of a kind and a heck of a cousin.i know i’ll miss him a lot.i’m glad i got to see him back in september. with much love, cousin dave from florida, God bless all of you and comfort you.

  11. Deborah, Elizabeth & Catherine McCarthy Deborah, Elizabeth & Catherine McCarthy
    January 25, 2017    

    My heart goes out to you all!! My girls & I send our deepest condolences. May God give you strength to get through this.

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