Joseph Aloysius Cirko, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather  

Emporium- Joseph Aloysius Cirko passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, after a short illness.

Joe was born at home in Warrior Run, PA, on September 12, 1941, the son of the late Michael and Anna Carey Cirko. On May 29, 1999, in the First Baptist Church in Emporium, he married his loving wife, the former Dawn S. Hickey, who survives.

Attending school only through the 8th grade, Joe didn’t have the privilege of graduating due to responsibilities that needed to be taken on at an early age. A truck driver for over 60 years, Joe knew the roads and highways across the states. He loved the freedom of the road and the scenic views on his travels. Joe also loved the outdoors, especially fishing with his loving wife, Dawn. He and Dawn shared a loving devotion to their pets.

Joe is survived by and lovingly remembered by his loving wife, Dawn; his daughter, Cindy (Dennis) Peterson of NY, and his son, Joseph D. Cirko of PA; his grandchildren, Brandi Ferris and Nicholas (Alexa) Peterson, both of NY, Carlee Crain and Kori Noel Cirko, both of PA; his great-grandchildren, Kaeden Peterson and Jaxon Peterson, both of NY; and a brother, Alan W. Cirko of PA.

He was predeceased by his parents, Michael and Anna, two sisters, and three brothers.

Per Joe’s wishes, no services are planned.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to Cameron County SPCA, 678 South Mountain Rd., Emporium, PA15834

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.

Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.