Mr. Brian E. Poplarchick, 60, of Duryea, entered eternal peace and paradise on Monday, March 9, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
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A lifelong resident of Duryea, Brian was born on May 14,1965, the son of the late Edward and Mary Rose Kabacinski Poplarchick. He was a graduate of Seton Catholic High School and Luzerne County Community College, graduating with a Degree in Criminal Justice. He had previously worked as a phlebotomist for Mercy Hospital, Scranton. For many years, Brian proudly worked at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc.

Brian was a project manager in the environmental field for the majority of his life and was currently employed as a Senior Project Manager by LaBella Associates, Dunmore. Brian worked right up until his last day.

He was a man of great faith, instilling this faith into all of his family and was a lifelong member of Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Duryea.

Brian was a loving Husband, Dad and Pa. You could often find him with Stasia discussing their favorite colors, building her newest toy and also enjoying a sweet treat. Pa loved his Stasia - There is no greater love, than the love between a grandparent and their grandchild.

Brian was a lifelong member of Germania Hose Company, Duryea, which he took great pride in, and was the active secretary. One of his favorite traditions was Christmas Caroling with his fellow firefighters. He was a social member of The American Legion Post 585, Duryea and Emanon Country Club, Falls. His favorite pastime was attempting to perfect his swing.

If Brian was not working or on the golf course, you would find him in his backyard enjoying a cigar, Miller Lite, and bourbon along with the little things in nature like bird watching and his tomato garden. A lover of sports, during baseball season you could find him watching every New York Yankees game and during football season, enjoying the LSU Tigers and cursing the Miami Dolphins. His most treasured memories include his annual Fourth of July parties, gathering his family for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner and festivities, and Sunday Dinners with the family.

Surviving is his wife, the former Roxanne Seliga, of 36 years who was the ultimate love of his life and who in Brian’s words “completed him”.
Son, Nicholas Poplarchick and his wife, Mia of Taylor
Daughter, Gabrielle Poplarchick of Duryea
Granddaughter and light of his life, Stasia
His faithful and loving companion, Munson
Sister, Patti Poplarchick of Eagleville
Sister, Louise Poplarchick of Scranton

The family would like to thank Dr. Fasicana and his staff, Dr. Teitelbaum, Penn Medicine, and Brianna and Garrett of Compassionate Care Hospice for the care and compassion that was shown to Brian and his family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 9:30 AM in Nativity of Our Lord Parish, 127 Stephenson Street, Duryea with the Rev. Michael Bryant and Deacon Andre Kabacinski officiating. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Duryea. A viewing will be held on Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Bernard J. Piontek Funeral Home Inc., 204 Main Street, Duryea. Family and friends are asked to go directly to the church the morning of the funeral. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Germania Hose Company, 430 Foote Avenue, Duryea, PA 18642. To leave an online condolence for Brian's family, please visit the funeral home website, www.piontekfuneralhome.com.

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Guestbook Entries

So sorry to hear off the loss of Brian, Poplarchick family. I have a lot of good memories of Brian when I was a kid. He was a great parent to around at Holy Rosary. God bless, rest in peace.

Michael Drogalis (19 days ago)

Roxanne and family, we are so sorry to hear about Brian’s passing. Prayers for all of you at this difficult time.

Bill and Debbie Preston (19 days ago)

Brian wil always be in our thoughts, he was a great man and a true gentleman. May he rest in peace

Debiasi family (19 days ago)

Roxanne and family, So very sorry to learn of Brian's passing. A good man gone to soon. Heaven has gained an angel. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.

Lynn Girman (20 days ago)

Sending our deepest sympathy to the family for your loss. Hold your memories of Brian close in your heart forever.

Rignanesi Family (21 days ago)

Roxanne, Nick, Gabby- Cannot express enough how saddened we are. A truly great friend that will be missed by so many. Sending all our love to you. Rest easy our friend. Love, Steve, Stacy, Cody and Karlee

The Patton Family (21 days ago)

I had the pleasure of working with Brian numerous times when he did environmental testing for me. He was a very professional, knowledgeable and all around great person. Rest in peace Brian.

Don Bogert (21 days ago)

So sorry for your loss, Brian will be greatly missed. I've worked with Brian at LaBella in Dunmore and will miss his stories and adventures. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Maureen Labrosky (21 days ago)

We are so sorry for your loss. Brian was a stand-up guy who answered my call for help many times in our environmental programs. He was optimistic, a careful listener, a true professional, and was always talking about his family; he was the proudest husband father and grandpa.

Shannon Bonacci / City of Pittston (21 days ago)

So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers, and let us know if there is anything you may need.

Joe & Barb Novak (21 days ago)

Our deepest sympathy.

Fred Pierantoni III (21 days ago)

To the Poplarchick family and friends! Brian was such a great guy and so down to earth! God bless you all during this time and I hope you cherish the amazing memories he has left with you!

Brian Jackson (21 days ago)

Dear Roxanne, Gabby and Nick ~ I'm so sorry to hear about Brian. Please know that you're in my prayers. Take care and God bless.

Pat Cushner (22 days ago)

So sorry to hear this. Brian was a wonderful man. Prayers and peace for his family.

Marie and George Bidwell (22 days ago)

So sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time and keeping you in my prayers.

John Rafferty (22 days ago)

Sorry for your loss, it was a pleasure knowing Brian. Rest in Peace, you will be missed sir.

Ken Herron (22 days ago)

Dear dear Roxanne, My heart goes out to you and your entire family! Deepest condolences and love!

Tracey Latona (22 days ago)

I worked with Brian at LaBella and aside from being a true professional and a master of his craft, he was also very kind and a pleasure to work with. I will miss him and think of him fondly.

Andrea Kelly (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss I remember Brian from the legion he was a great person played many games of pitch with him. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lorrie Slatky (23 days ago)

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of Brian. He was a compassionate and caring individual. May he Rest in Peace. God Bess.

Valerie Olszewski (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss. Prayers an Thoughts to the Family

Kathy Lechleitner (23 days ago)

Dear Roxanne, Nick, and Gabby, we are so very sorry for your loss of such a wonderful man. We always enjoyed our good chats at Holy Rosary school annd church or if we enjoying our walks up Pettebone St. I know his mom and dad are welcoming into heaven with open arms. God bless you all.

Haduck Family Dan, Gayle, Megan, and Alicia (23 days ago)

To Roxanne & the entire family we express our deepest condolences. What a wonderful man he was! He always lit up the room with is smile, sense of humor and just all around great personality. Celebrating his wonderful life. Hugs & Love to you all

Charlene & Angelo Marsico (23 days ago)

So sorry Rox, Nick & Gabby. Brian was truly an all around good guy. Its my privilege to call all of you my friends. May you find peace during this sad time. Rest easy my friend.

Syd Bauman (23 days ago)

I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed my time together with Brian and Bill Behm. I'm from York and ran our lead poisoning program for over 26 years.

Marilou Yingling (23 days ago)

Louise and Patti, I am so very deeply sorry for the loss of your dear brother. I pray you find peace and comfort during this very difficult time. My heart goes out to you both and the entire family.

Lisa Michaels (23 days ago)

RIP Brian condolences to his family & friends

Linda wruble (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to have a friend like Brian. May God grant your family peace and comfort in the glory of Brian's service to his family and community.

Joe Bender (23 days ago)

Roxanne so sorry to hear the passing of Brian he was a great guy and friend may he rest in peace

Louise starzec (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss. Brian was a great guy and friend. He will be missed dearly. Prayers for the family. Rip Cuz.

Bobby Reed (23 days ago)

My deepest sympathies for the loss of such a special person. May he rest in peace.

Kimberly Thompson Cardamone (23 days ago)

To all of Brian's family and friends, so very sorry for your loss. He will be missed.

Rosanne Szymanski (23 days ago)

Love you guys. Sorry for your loss, Brian was a great man and so easy to be around. Next round of manhattan’s are on me.

Jacob and Sinai Romanuski (23 days ago)

May God bless and welcome Brian into His Havenly Kingdom and give peace and comfort to Roxanne, his family and everyone who mourns his loss.

Ken and Michelle Dale (23 days ago)

Deepest sympathy to you and your family Brian was such a great friend and golf buddy ,he will be missed .

Mary lou and Michael fereck (23 days ago)

May he rest in peace in that great fireground in heaven.

Rev. Fr. & Mrs. Carmen G. Bolock (23 days ago)

"It was a privilege to know Brian. He will be remembered for his kindness and his spirit. Wishing you peace and comfort."

Michael and Desiree Kane (23 days ago)

I’m so sorry for your loss. Wonderful and compassionate man and family. RIP Brian. You will be missed.

Joanne Gorski (23 days ago)

Miss u pop rip

Dan patton (23 days ago)

So sorry for your loss He was such a good person may he rest inpeace

Sue Lapinski (23 days ago)

So sorry to learn of this. May you find peace. He was a good man, and I'm glad to have known him.

Randy Kochanowski (23 days ago)

So so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. He was a great man who very clearly took such great pride in his family. I’ve got plenty of memories of his antics at the baseball fields as well as commiserating about the Dolphins. He’ll be missed and fondly remembered.

Jason Loftus (23 days ago)

Sorry for your loss, Brian was a good boss and friend prayers to the family

Walter Rehrig (23 days ago)

So sorry for the loss of Brian … I knew his mom well growing up in the same parish and singing in the choir along with her … our paths have crossed through parish activities … a very nice man ! Rest in peace Brian

Judy and Tom Lambert (24 days ago)

This message is for Nick and his family. Im so sorry to hear about your dad. If you need anything just let me know

Donna (24 days ago)

He was a good man. He was my landlord for 16 years. Always a nice guy. Sad to hear this about him.

Valentine Smith (24 days ago)

Roxanne,Gabby,and Nick. I just found out . I am truly sorry to hear about Brian. He was a good friend and a great guy . We will miss him very much. We will keep you and Brian in our prayers. Please let us know if you need anything. Love always. God speed my friend.

Michael and Karen Rugletic (24 days ago)

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