Thomas Michael Lipchinsky passed away peacefully on August 13th, with his family by his side.

Tom was born in Waynesburg on July 26, 1957 to the late Walter and Irene (Seginak), who preceded him in death. He attended school at Albert Gallatin, where he played basketball. Upon graduation, Tom followed in his father's footsteps and began working at Emerald Coal Mine. He worked there for 37 years, retiring in 2013.

Tom married JoAnne (Stupansky) on November 15, 1980. They settled in Uniontown to make their home and raise their family. They enjoyed doing many things together including going to polka dances, attending or watching the Penguins, Steelers (and even the Pirates), and going to listen to live music.

Tom had a passion for many things - his family, friends, golf, and polka music. On a sunny day, Tom could often be found on the golf course with his son Bryan, and a slew of other friends. In 2006, he got his first Hole In One at Springdale Golf Course, in Uniontown, PA.

Tom was the leader of the Dynasonics polka band. He began playing drums with the band in 1975, where they toured up and down the East Coast, entertaining fans at many polka hot spots, where he made countless friends. His voice could fill a room, and put a smile on every person's face. He could not have been more proud when his daughter Terri joined the band on vocals, and son Bryan followed in his footsteps on drums.

Tom was the Vice President of the Uniontown Polish Club; he was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, United Mine Workers Association, and First Catholic Slovak Union.

Along with his wife JoAnne, left to cherish his memory are his daughter Terri (Lipchinsky) Greene and husband Josh of Harrisburg; son Bryan and wife Shaina (Hawthorne) of Monongahela; his beautiful granddaughters Brielle, Brooklyn and Madelyn Lipchinsky; brother Paul and wife Thelma of Masontown; mother-in-law Florence Stupansky of North Huntington, PA; in-laws James and Joyce Stupansky of North Huntington,PA; William and Kathy Stupansky of Centennial, CO; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his Father-In-Law William Stupansky.

Friends will be received at Stephen R. Haky Funeral Home, Inc., 603 N. Gallatin Ave., Ext., Uniontown, on Tuesday, August 16th from 2-8 p.m. Prayers of Transfer will be said at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning prior to the procession to church.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Old Walnut Hill Rd., Uniontown on Wednesday, August 17th at 11:00 a.m. with Frs. Anthony Klimko and Paul Lisik as celebrants. Interment will follow at Mt. St. Macrina Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Uniontown Polish Club (S.U.A.B.S.)

The Parish Vigil Prayer Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday at 2 p.m.

Your personal written tributes and memories are welcomed and encouraged at www.hakyfuneralhome.com .