Joseph C. Strahler
Age 70, of Penn Hills, on Wednesday January 24, 2018. Beloved father of Joelle; brother of Robert (Susan), Jerry Strahler, Marie (John) DeRubeis and the late Monica Strahler; companion of Janet Strahler; son of the late Regis and Theresa Strahler; also survived by nieces and nephews. In Lieu of flowers please consider contributions to the Senior Men's Softball Association 147 Jefferson Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 or the Humane animal rescue 6926 Hamilton Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Friends will be received in William F. Gross Funeral Home Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.), Penn Hills where blessing service will be held Monday at 10 a.m. Visitation SUNDAY ONLY 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
Romeo J. Buccille
Age 98, of Murrysville, formerly of Penn Hills, born August 26, 1919, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 14, 2018 at home with his loving family. Romeo is survived by his son, William (Truby) Buccille and grandson Blake Buccille. In addition to his parents Romeo is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Alba (Massarelli); and his son, Richard Buccille. Romeo was a World War II veteran and loved telling stories of all his adventures to anyone that would listen. His greatest job was working at Churchill Country Club. He lived a great life and was loved by all who met him. He was fortunate to have been healthy up until the last few months when his age got the best of him. In lieu of flowers please do something kind for someone, make a donation to a charity of your choice, or buy yourself a scratch ticket.
Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills on Friday 5-8 p.m. Service and Interment Private.
Chris Pangikas
Age 71, of Wilkins Twp., passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, January 5, 2018. Born in New York, NY on April 12, 1946, he was the only son of Nicholas and Catherine Pangikas and, inspired by the musical talents of his father, fostered a life-long love of music that defined every aspect of his life. He was a USAF veteran and proud member of the USAF Band.
Chris went on to become a gifted computer programmer and worked for Harris Electronics, PCS, and AMX until he retired in 2012. He was a loving spouse to his wife, Patricia (Sietam), and caring father to his four girls, Cathy (Steve) Masters, Athena (Michael) Pangikas-Miller, Damaris (Joe) Krist, and Mary (Levi) Goehring. He was a doting grandfather to eight grandchildren, Niko, Eli, and Owen Masters; Ares, Persephone, and Ajax Pangikas-Miller; Brando and Cambria Krist; and a grandson on the way, Russell Goehring.
He also leaves behind many beloved friends and a community of musicians and artists that knew and respected his generosity, humor, and talent for the 40 plus years he resided in the city. He was an accomplished piano player and composer and was responsible for many notable Pittsburgh staples like the Roth Carpet jingle and the musical direction for the 1990 remake of Night of the Living Dead, which was recorded in his in-home studio. He was the founder of the Breeze band, establishing a decade-long jazz series at Penn Center featuring Pittsburgh’s best players, and a weekly performer at the Omni Hotel. Additionally, he performed, recorded, and produced a Christmas album, It’s That Time of Year, with his dear friend, vocalist, Michele Bensen.
Though he has a left a vast hole in the wake of his passing, his memory and music live on through his body of work and his family and friends who carry on his light and vision. He was an innovator, creator, and lover of life whose indomitable spirit never faltered. He lived for his music; he lived for his family and those he loved. We are thankful to have known him and received his insight, grace, and unwavering love. We will love him “until dolphins fly and parrots live at sea.” Always.
In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations to the McGowan Institute, whose cutting-edge research afforded him five extra years of life and memories, by visiting the Philanthropy page at www.mirm.pitt.edu directed to the McGowan Institute in memory of Chris Pangikas.
Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 where a service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. Visitation Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Wayne D. Remaley
Age 65, of Penn Hills, on Monday, January 8, 2018. Beloved husband of Carol (Matthews); father of Christy Russell, Erin and Matthew Remaley; brother of Larry (Mertie) Remaley, Leslie (Steve) Dudra and Phyllis (Barry) McAninch; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Wayne was a lifelong employee of Turner Dairy and an avid Steeler fan. In lieu of flowers please consider contributions to the American Lung Association, 810 River Ave. Ste 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or the American Cancer Society 320 Bilmar Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
Friends will be received at the William F. Gross Funeral Home, 11735 Frankstown Road Pittsburgh, PA 15235 where a service will be held Friday at 11:30 a.m. Visitation Thursday from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m.
