Christopher Marchionda

Christopher Marchionda, 75, of Big Beaver, passed away on February 27, 2026, after a lengthy illness, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and a legacy built on strength, loyalty, and heart. Born in West Aliquippa on June 8, 1950, Chris was the son of the late Frank and Anna Cellini Marchionda. He grew up surrounded by family and lifelong values that shaped the man he became. A 1969 graduate of Aliquippa Senior High School, he played fullback on the football team. Chris was strong, determined person, always moving forward. He carried that same drive through Youngstown State University, graduating in 1973 with a degree in Business, and later into his long career in construction with Local Union 833, New Brighton. Chris believed in showing up for work, family, and the people he loved. He worked hard, and he loved even harder. He never gave up on those he cared about. He was a member of Pathways Church, Chippewa and enjoyed the time he spent there. In earlier years he was active in teaching bible study. Chris believed in showing up — for work, for family, for the people he loved. He worked hard, but he loved even harder. He never gave up on those he cared about. He was happiest cooking a meal for his family, watching the Steelers, Penguins, or Pirates, or simply spending time with the people who meant the most to him. Above all, his greatest joy was being “Pap” to his precious granddaughter, Celeste Angel Marchionda. That role was his pride and his heart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Francis, Louis, Robert, and Joseph Marchionda, and his sister, Anita Marchionda. His strength, loyalty, and love will remain in the lives he touched forever. He was happiest cooking a meal for his family, watching the Steelers, Penguins, or Pirates, or simply spending time with the people who meant the most to him. Above all, his greatest joy was being “Pap” to his precious granddaughter, Celeste Angel Marchionda. That role was his pride and his heart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Francis (Kathy), Louis, Robert, and Joseph Marchionda, and his sister, Anita Marchionda. He leaves behind his devoted wife Deborah (Dobich) Marchionda, Chris and Debbie were blessed to celebrate their 51st anniversary on February 15. Chris is also survived by his son, Brian; his beloved granddaughter, Celeste; his sister, Virginia (Melvin) Swogger. Four sisters-in-law: Jeanie, Linda and Nancy Marchionda and Becky Gallagher. A brother-in-law: William (Polly) Dobich, many cherished nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and many cousins who will carry his memory forward. His strength, loyalty, and love will remain in the lives he touched forever. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 3-7 pm at the ANTHONY MASTROFRANCESCO FUNERAL HOME INC. 2026 McMinn Street Aliquippa PA 15001 724-375-0496. A homecoming service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am at Pathway Church 239 Braun Road, Beaver Falls PA 15010. Everyone is asked to meet at the church. Private Interment will follow at Grove Cemetery.

Christopher Marchionda

June 8, 1950 - February 27, 2026