Troy Michael Pearage, 31, of Avoca, passed away Sunday April 15, at his home. He was born in Springbrook, on December 30, 1980, and was the son of George and Ina (Lumsden) Pearage. Troy was a member of the Moosic Alliance Church, Moosic. He was a 1999 graduate of North Pocono High School, and worked as a forklift driver for Maui Cup, Pittston Township. He was an active volunteer firefighter for the Avoca Fire Department. Troy loved the outdoors, fishing, ATV riding and the overall solace found in nature. The compassion he possessed was best expressed in his service to the Avoca Firefighters, where he eagerly served as a volunteer firefighter for 16 years. He was an avid fan of the NASCAR circuit and faithful follower of Dale Jr. and a fan of Pittsburg Steelers Football. Taken from this world far too soon, Troy will be remembered by those who knew and loved him as a good spirited, humorous and carefree soul who possessed a heart of gold. He was fiercely devoted to his children and although they are young, his love for them has left an indelible mark, and thus, his presence will live on through them and the lives they create for themselves. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife of six years, the former Mary Grace (Cary) Pearage; his daughters, Adryanna Marie and Dayna Rose; his brothers, Timothy of Moosic and companion Jen Scott, and Todd and his wife. Lynda, of Ohio, his sister, Tamy, of Moosic, and her companion, James Weidlich, and also his niece Brianna and nephew Caleb. Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 19, at 11 a.m. at The Moosic Alliance Church, 608 Rocky Glen Road, Avoca, with Pastor Doug Jenson, officiating. There will be no procession from the funeral home to the church. Family and friends are asked to go directly to church for services. Friends may call Wednesday, April 18, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea. Interment will be held at the Langcliff Cemetery, Avoca. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children of Troy Pearage Fund. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com .