Barbara Ellen (Hutzler) Podhurcak

October 30, 1931 - May 5, 2022

Barbara Ellen (Hutzler) Podhurcak, 90, formerly of Greensburg, passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022, at her daughter's home in Lower Burrell, surrounded by loving family. She was born Oct. 30, 1931, in Springdale, daughter of the late Evalyn and Raymond Hutzler. In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her brother, Raymond J. Hutzler; her first husband of 26 years, Donald E. Davis; and her second husband of 23 years, Joseph M. Podhurcak. Barbara graduated from Springdale High School in 1949 and subsequently worked as a secretary for PPG industries. Barbara was a smart, classy, generous lady with a keen artistic eye and superb crossword puzzle skills. She was an avid golfer and bowler for most of her life. She once won the coveted title of "Mrs. Westmoreland County" back in the day when contests included sewing, ironing and banquet planning. Barbara is survived by her daughter, Patricia L. Davis and her fiance, John W. Cornell, of Lower Burrell; her son, Jeffrey S. (Melissa A.) Davis, of Blairsville; her grandchildren, Cameron D. Davis and Colin C. Davis, of Blairsville; her nieces, Susan G. Venetta, Carin J. Liberati and Nancy R. Shipley; stepson, Michael J. Podhurcak; her stepdaughter, Joanne O'Neil; their families; also her caregiver, Mary Colosimo. Special thanks to all the dear friends and neighbors who made Barbara's life so happy. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the WILLIAM SNYDER FUNERAL HOME INC., 521 Main St., Irwin, 724-863-1200. A funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home with Pastor Cletus Hull officiating. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com.