Joseph L. "Tut" Tiano

The family of Joseph L. “Tut” Tiano, 78, of Eighty Four, PA announces his passing at home on Sunday October 11, 2026 surrounded by his wife and loved ones.

Born November 27, 1947 in Washington, PA the eldest child of Joe and Lucille Miller Tiano. Joey graduated from Trinity High School in 1967 and enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in Korea from 1967 to 1969. Upon returning home, he met his wife of 55 years Karen Szopo whom he married on May 1, 1971.

Joey was employed at Union Camp/ International Paper as a Machine Operator for 36 years. He returned to school at Penn Commercial and worked at the Meadows Casino until his retirement. Joe enjoyed hunting, fishing and being outdoors especially “hanging with the guys at the farm” in Venango County. He and his wife liked to travel, and spending the winters in Florida. Joe also enjoyed watching the Pirates and Steelers.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by children Christian Tiano (Kimberly), and Isha Tiano; grandchildren Taylor Mainiero (Anthony), Katarina Schultz (Wray), Jayla and Jaxie Wright; 4 great grandchildren; one brother Ron Tiano (Debbie); several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by brother Geno Tiano.

Family and friends will be received on Friday October 16, 2026 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Greenlee’s Bentleyville Funeral Home 619 Main St. Bentleyville, PA. Where a funeral service will take place Saturday at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor David Hall officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens, Canonsburg where Military Honors will be accorded. An online guestbook is available.