Thomas Otto Palkovic

Thomas Otto Palkovic, 50, of Freedom, died unexpectedly Tuesday, May 02, 2023, at Heritage Valley Beaver.

Born on July 26, 1972, in Ottawa, ON, the son of the late Otto and Eva Minerova Palkovic. Tom was a 1991 graduate of St. Pius X, and graduated Algonquin College, Ottawa, with a degree in mechanical engineering. He worked as a machinist before he made the leap in 2001 to move to the US to marry Judy. He spent the majority of his life as an auto body technician. Tom loved to work with his hands, especially if it involved cars. He had a passion for classic cars.

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Judy Dolnack Palkovic; his teenage son, Andrew Palkovic; and two brothers-in-law, Erik Dolnack, and David (Barb Tyner) Palkovic.

Friends and family will be received Sunday, May 7, 2023, from 6-8 PM at the CORLESS-MATTER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC 1133 Church Street Ambridge, PA 15003, where a blessing service will be held Monday at 11 AM. Online condolences may be shared at www.corlessmatterfuneralhome.com.

Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

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