Henry C. "Hank" Pajak

Henry C. “Hank” Pajak, 94 of Brookfield passed away on February 11th, 2026 in the Liberty Health Care Center in Youngstown, OH.

Henry was born on February 28th, 1931 to Stephanie (Krisoska) and Frank Pajak in Alverton, PA. He was a graduate of Alverton High School. After graduation he enlisted in the Army and served as a Corporal in the Korean War. He was a design engineer and worked for Acme Tech Tool and Die, Kent Machine, Lake Design Fire Proofing in Youngstown, OH, RD Werner Co, and AJ Rose in Cleveland, OH.    

On August 14th, 1965 he married the love of his life Anne (Gelety) who survives at home.

Henry enjoyed wood working, making jelly, and fly tying. He also enjoyed being outdoors, gardening, and listening to polka music. Henry loved spending time with his grandchildren. He was very close to them.

Henry is survived by his wife Anne, daughter Kimberly Gissy, grandchildren Justin and Caroline Furby.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son Stephen Anthony Pajak, brothers Joseph, Andrew, Frank, Walter, Ted, John, Steve, sisters Mary, Stella, Antos and Stephanie.

Henry’s family will have a private viewing Monday February 16th, 2026 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am in the funeral home.

Funeral Divine Liturgy will be held Monday February 16th, 2026 at 11:00 am at St. Michaels Byzantine Church 2230 Highland Road Hermitage, PA 16148 with Very Rev. Kevin E. Marks officiating. Full Military Honors will be offered.

Burial will take place at St. Johns CR Cemetery in Hermitage, PA.

Arrangements entrusted to the SHERMAN Funeral Home & Crematory. 

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