Timothy John Michael Smolnik

Struthers - Timothy John Michael  Smolnik, 59, a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley, passed away on  Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Oasis Care Center for Rehabilitation in Youngstown, surrounded by his loving family.  

Timothy known by his family and friends as "Tim," was born February 22, 1964 in New Castle, PA,  a son of Archie Smolnik and Lois Tommelleo.  

Tim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  In his free time,  Tim was an outdoorsman and like to going hunting and fishing.  

Tim is survived by his mother, Lois Smolnik of New Castle, PA; his wife of 16 years, the former Joy R. Helsel, whom he married on June 7, 2008; three daughters, Elizabeth M. Smolnik of Struthers, OH, Briona J. Teets of Hubbard, OH, and Emily F. Dunn of Struthers, OH; two sons, James G. Teets and Christopher M. (Candice) Pritchard Jr., both  of Warren, OH;  his father-in-law, Gerald M. Teets of Newton Falls, OH; three sisters, Toni (Walt) Williams,  Jodi Smolnik and Rochelle Smolnik all from New Castle, PA; and a brother, John (Amy) Smolnik of New Castle, PA. 

Besides his father, Archie, Tim was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, June Teets; and two brothers-in-law, Russ Sansosti  and Rodney Helsel, Sr.

Family and friends may call  from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 12, 2024, at Davidson-Becker Funeral Home, 11 Spring Street  in Struthers. The Smolnik family is requesting that family and friends wear their favorite sports team apparel when attending calling hours for Tim.  

Please visit www.beckerobits.com to share memories and condolences with Tim's family.