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Trimmer Ronald Poraczky Dies at 65

December 11, 2020 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Trimmer Ronald Poraczky Dies at 65

Trimmer Ronald Joseph Poraczky of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, has died at age 65.

Ronald was born on October 22, 1955. After completing his studies, he pursued a career in auto upholstery.

He owned and operated J&J Toppers Auto Upholstery, which served much of central and western Pennsylvania. The business specialized in repairs, including seat covers and vinyl and convertible tops.

Ronald died on December 4. He is survived by wife Kathy Poraczky and children Corey Poraczky, Jason Poraczky, Amanda Wissinger, and Tyler Poraczky.

May he Rest In Peace.

Filed Under: Archive, Obituary Tagged With: Auto Trim, Auto Upholstery, Car Interior, J&J Toppers Auto Upholstery

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  1. Barbara Blechertas says

    July 12, 2021 at 7:53 am

    This isn’t late..it’s an ongoing heartbreak that I can finally face. Please whatever I can do?? There’s a lot of friends and family around when we lose an angel…..I’m here for that after needs. Talk, visit, texts etc. I’m not so good at online. My phone # 7178856867 miss and love you. You are a beautiful person!!

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