Kristen Ann Tvrdovsky, 40, of Leechburg passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on April 18, 2020. She was born on May 16, 1979 and the daughter of Keith and Carole (Stover) Shank of Apollo. Kristen was a graduate of Apollo Ridge High School and was employed by PCNA as an Order Processing Specialist. She enjoyed watching cooking shows, shopping, and spending time with her family and her dog Povol. In addition to her parents she is survived by her husband of 6 years Curtis Tvrdovsky of Leechburg, two brothers: Jason (Carrie) Shank and Danny (Carrie) Shank both of Apollo, her grandparents William Roy (Marian) Shank of Jeanette, her Mother and Father in-law Anthony and Mary Jane Tvrdovsky of Vandergrift, a sister in-law Jamie (Ryan) Koslof of Aliquippa, three nieces: Cassie, Madalyn, Eva and two nephews: Wil and Nicholas. Due to public health concerns and our concerns for our families, all visitation and services will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Janette L. Gamble Funeral Home Inc. 2842 River Road Vandergrift, Pa (724) 567-7006 with Pastor Sara Wrona officiating. Online condolences may be made at Gamblefh.com.