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Official Obituary of

Stella Marie Chistakoff

August 5, 2026

Stella Chistakoff Obituary

Stella Marie Chistakoff, 80, of Primrose passed away surrounded by her loving family at her home on Wednesday, August 5.

Stella was born in Pottsville, Pa. on January 30, 1946, a daughter of the late Stella (Osinski) and John Pecovich

. She was a graduate of Cass Township High School Class of 1963

Stella enjoyed her trips to the casino's and playing cards with family and friends.

In addition to her parent’s, she was preceded in death by a son, John Chistakoff, brother, Stephen Pecovich, and former husband, Leonard Chistakoff.

Stella is survived by a daughter, Tonya, wife of Leo Yob, two sons Leonard Chistakoff, and Scott, husband of Bridget Chistakoff She is also survived by her grandchildren Brandon, Cody, Ashley, Scott (Lisa) Chistakoff, Levi Purcell, David Chistakoff, Jordan and Ava Yob and numerous great grandchildren.

All are respectfully invited to attend a Visitation 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, August 21st at Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc. in Minersville.

Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc., Minersville entrusted with the arrangements.

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Services

Visitation
Friday
August 21, 2026

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Mahal-Ritzel Funeral Home Inc. (Minersville, PA)

Minersville, PA

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