Sharon, Pa. - Brian Edward Winiecki, Sharon, passed away following an extended illness Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in UPMC Shadyside Hospital, Pittsburgh. He was 44.

Brian was born Jan. 26, 1981, in Sharon, a son of Ronald Edward Winiecki and Sherry (Brown) Winiecki Graban.

He attended Hickory High School until his senior year and was a 1999 graduate of Sharon High School.

He honorably served his country during the Iraqi War of Freedom. During his service in the U.S. Air Force, he earned an associate degree in avionics. He was a decorated veteran, honorably discharged with a 100% disability. Brian was a member of the American Legion Post 299, Sharon.

Brian loved electronics, especially building stereo systems, gaming and building and racing R.C. Cars. He enjoyed racing R.C. cars at Austintown Hobby. Additionally, he was a cat-lover.

He is survived by his wife, the former Jennifer Medvec, whom he married June 20, 2001. They renewed their vows Sept. 28, 2002. Also surviving are his two children, Nadia Trinity Winiecki, and Tyler Edward Winiecki, all Sharon; his mother, Sherry Graban, Sharon; his maternal grandmother, Sally Brown, Hermitage; three siblings, Jennifer Basner and her husband, Brian, Tabernacle, N.J., Matthew Graban and his spouse Christine, Cortland, Ohio, and Kisha Ballard and her husband, Geoff, Sharon; and many nieces and nephews.

Brian was preceded in death by his father.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Brian's Memorial fund, online at: https://www.tmcfunding.com/funds/brian-s-memorial-fund/13624/

WINIECKI

Brian Edward, 44, Sharon.

Calling hours: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday (6-24-25) in J. BRADLEY McGONIGLE FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORY Inc., 1090 E. State St., Sharon.

Service: 1 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home, with Rev. Rick Stauffer, officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.McGonigleFuneralHomeandCrematory.com