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Timothy A. "Buckwheat" Gorencic 68, passed
On February 1, 2026
Born to the late Joseph and Yvonne {Harmon) Gorencic in New Kensington on November 20, 1957
Member of South New Kensington Lower Burrell #1 (Kinloch)
Life Member of New Kensington #3- held various ranks
Member of WPFA - Past President, Chaplain, Tent City
Tim started as a laborer and retired as a street forman for City of New Kensington Street Department
Presently employed manager/supervisor Union Cemetery
Outside of work, enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, Avid Steelers fan, loved history, and enjoyed watching old Western movies. Enjoyed napping with his fur baby Hailey.
Tim is survived by his loving wife Nancy. He leaves behind two cherished sons, Timothy Gorencic, Jr. and Adam Gorencic. He was the proud and beloved Pap Pap of Peyton, Heath, and Sadie. He is also survived by siblings Karen Gorencic, Marjorie Gorencic, and Joseph "Butch" (Debbie) Gorencic all of New Kensington. He also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who adored him. He will be sadly missed by many extended family members and friends.
Family and friends will be received from 3 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at RJ Slater IV Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1000 Freeport Road, New Kensington, PA 15068 (724-335-0100). Firemen Service will be held at 7pm. A funeral service will be held at 8 p.m. with Pastor Dean Ward officiating of the River Community Church.
A Celebration of Life to honor and celebrate "BUCKWHEAT" is being planned to be held at the convenience of the family at a later date.
"Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts."
RJ Slater IV Funeral Home & Cremation Service
RJ Slater IV Funeral Home & Cremation Service
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