Robert Thomas Buriak, “Bob”, of Renovo, died Feb. 16, 2021 of natural causes.
Bob was born Dec. 21, 1942, as the younger brother of John Buriak, Jr., the sons of Irene and John Buriak, Sr. of Ford City, Pa.
He was preceded in death in 2003 by his wife — his high school sweetheart and love of his life — Carol Jean (Walbert) Buriak.
Bob found his early passions in the sport of gridiron football under the Friday night lights, an association that would go on to shape his life, even meeting his wife — a majorette in the marching band.
Bob obtained his teaching credentials attending Xavier University and Clarion University, where he played college ball and was drafted by the semi-professional Wheeling Ironmen of West Virginia of the Continental Football League.