Leroy J. Malinich

Leroy J. Malinich, 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

He was born August 29, 1939, the son of John and Faye (Reams) Malinich.

Leroy had attended the Centre Grove United Methodist Church. He was a lifetime member of the Hyde Volunteer Fire Co.

He served in the US Army as a helicopter crew chief. After being honorably discharged, Leroy began his career as a truck driver. Driving for multiple carriers, most notably Clearfield Cheese and Walmart. He amassed over 7 million miles during his 50 year career.

Mr. Malinich is survived by three children, Sandra Miller and husband Dean of Milton, Jody L. Malinich of McClure, and Tammy Byerly and husband Rick of Clearfield; five grandchildren, Sarah Miller, Danielle Beachy and husband Brian, Christopher Malinich and companion Holly Ford, Amber Beichner and husband Brad, and Becca Powers and husband Derek; seven great grandchildren; and a sister, Mary Ann Williams and husband Ron.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra L. (Bambarger) Malinich on October 8, 2016 whom he wed March 7, 1964 in Osceola Mills. He was also preceded in death by a brother, William 'Bill' Malinich; and a sister, Lilly Y. 'Bonnie' Kline .

A memorial service will be held the Beardsley Funeral Home & Crematory on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 1 PM.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Hyde Volunteer Fire Company, PO Box 246, Hyde, PA 16843.

To sign the online guestbook, visit beardsleyfuneralhome.com.