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Of Monroeville, age 46, on Wednesday, 25, 2026.
Beloved partner of Lakesha Walls for 24 years.
Loving father of Skylar Walls-Polacek, Ashley Walls-Polacek and Hayden Walls-Polacek.
Cherished son of James and the late Karen “Sue” (Rutter) Polacek.
Preceded in death by his brother Christopher Polacek.
Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Rusty was an avid Steelers fan, who worked at EOS. He will be remembered fondly for his caring nature toward others.
Friends welcome Monday 10 AM – 1PM in the Patrick T. Lanigan Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Turtle Creek / Monroeville Chapel, 1111 Monroeville Ave., Turtle Creek, 412-823-9350, where a Blessing Service will be held on Monday at 1PM.
Rusty will be laid to rest in Monongahela Cemetery.