Joel Endlich

Joel Endlich, 67, a beloved son, brother, and uncle passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025 with family by his side. Born July 22, 1957 he was the son of Patrick H. and Patricia A. (Glogowski) Endlich. 

A 1975 graduate of Highlands High School, he also attended Edinboro University. He worked as a retail manager for Revco/CVS Pharmacy. Joel was an avid firearms enthusiast, extremely talented artistically in painting, drawing and sculpting. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle as a young man and continued to maintain his interest throughout his life. He read widely and had a beautiful mind. Knowledgeable on a wide range of subjects he was described as knowing something about everything. He especially enjoyed the history of World War II and the Vietnam War. Music continued to be a passion throughout his life and he had the unique knack of being one step ahead of what was upcoming with a keen sense of music overall. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him.

Preceded in death by his father Patrick, Joel is survived by his mother Patricia, sister Amy (Andrew) Ratner, brother Brian (Kathy) Endlich, sister Laurie (Joseph) Cario and sister Rachael Endlich. Also surviving are nephews Kurtis (Stacey) Endlich, Alexander (Anna) Ratner, Steven Mercurio, Austin Ratner and Connor Cario; nieces Amanda (Mathew) Mantiply, Brandi Pokrivka and Arden Datta; five great nephews and three great nieces. The family would also like to acknowledge Joel's loyal friends Carl (deceased) and wife Arlene Binner and John Caldwell. Their friendship, kindness and loyalty were and will always be greatly appreciated.

All services and burial for Joel will be private. Arrangements by DUSTER FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, INC. 347 E 10th Avenue, Tarentum, 724-224-1526.