Wanda Bilinsky, 72, of Harrisville passed away January 7, 2017 at Select Specialty Hospital, Boardman Ohio after an extended illness.

Wanda was born May 1, 1944 in Parker, Clarion County to Alfred and Emily Barbera. 

Wanda received her education at ACV School.  She was married to Elmer T. Bilinsky on May 29, 1965 and together they raised 3 children.  Elmer passed away January 2, 2008. 

Wanda worked at various locations throughout the years.   She was a cashier in Kwik Fill in Barkeyville, she worked at the Dollar General in Grove City and most recently worked at the Salvation Army store as a cashier.  Wanda also was a in home care giver to the elderly.  She would help them with keeping their house clean and would also cook for them.    Wanda enjoyed a good game of bingo.  She would travel to the local fire halls to play.   She loved to make things for her family including her heart shaped pillows.   She spent time crafting to make gifts and also to sell.   She loved to paint ceramics as well.   Family gatherings brought much joy to Wanda. 

Loved ones left to cherish Wanda's memory are her children; Linda Best of Harrisville and her husband Albert of Parker; Selina Ayers of Harrisville and Tom Bilinsky of Harrisville.  Her grandchildren Staci Ayers, Jimmy Best, Autumn Rose Best Adams and her husband Christopher and Harley Werner all of Parker.  One great grand daughter Miley Werner.   Wanda is survived her 4 sisters; Arlene Fair of West Freedom, Janis Neely of New Galilee, Patricia Wolfe of Foxburg and Lola Morgan of Dutch Hill. 

Preceded in death by her parents, husband and a brother Gary "Bud" Barbera and 2 sisters Donna L. Merryman and Mary Ellen Barbera. 

A memorial is being scheduled for a later date.  Friends and family can email condolences by visiting www.mckinleyfuneralhome.net 

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