Leonard “Len” Rubin
Age 79, of Penn Hills, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Anna Marie; father of Marcy, Leonard, Jr., and Richard Rubin; grandfather of Marissa, Madison, Megan, Connor, Josh, Jennifer, Jake, and Cory; brother of Jack (the late Marilyn), David (the late Joanne), Allan (Janie), Martin (Margaret), Beverly Rubin, Esther (Bill) McCallum, Ethel (the late Andy) Matsko, the late Manuel Rubin, Eva (Abe) Warszawski, Freida (surviving Gerry) Gross, Beryl (Robert Jones) Mayberry, and Marlene (the late Joe Yanko and Frank) Gaito. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends, especially his close friend Timmy. Len was a hardworking man that provided for his family. Throughout his life, he worked several jobs including being a delivery driver for many local businesses, including delivering newspapers. He was a people person that enjoyed a good conversation with anyone he met. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Humane Animal Rescue League, 6926 Hamilton Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208.
Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Monday, December 26, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Blessing Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, December 27, 2022 at 11 a.m.
John J. “Sonny” Santarcangelo
Originally of Brushton, formerly of Penn Hills, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2022. Born on March 10, 1928 in Pittsburgh, he was the son of the late Anthony and Teresa Santarcangelo. Sonny was a US Army Veteran. He was a self-taught cook that worked at Park Schenley Restaurant for many years and was the owner of Eldronica. He then moved on to the former Churchill Valley Country Club where he served as the general manager for 35 years. John is preceded in death by his late wife Martha and is survived by his wife of 16 years, Sue Santarcangelo, daughters Veronica (John) Zelazowski and Melissa Santarcangelo, son Michael Bennett, granddaughters Alyssa Croney and Mia Zelazowski, sister Marie Santarcangelo, and niece Samantha Diceky, who he raised. Also survived by cousins that were like sister, Helen and the late Elvera.
There will be no visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph the Worker Parish – St. John Fisher Church, 33 Lewin Ln., Pittsburgh, PA 15235 on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 12 p.m.
Roy W. Smith
Age 82, of Penn Hills, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Mary Alice Smith; father of Robert R. Smith and Jeff W. (Arlene) Smith; grandfather of two; great-grandfather of six; brother of Marsha Badali and Richard Smith.
Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Sunday, December 11, 2022 from 3-7 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, December 12, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.
Ronald “Ron” C. Stromple, Sr.
Age 88, of Wilkins Township, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2022. Beloved husband of Kathleen A. (McMullen) Stromple; father of Ronald C. Stromple, Jr.; grandfather of Ronald C. Stromple III; brother of Cletus Stromple and Donald Stromple. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Ron was a shareholder of Duquesne Litho, a U.S. Army veteran, and he enjoyed the Steelers and shooting pool with his friends.
Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, December 15, 2022 at 10:20 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the divine Shepherd Parish St. Bernadette Church, 245 Azalea Dr., Monroeville, PA 15146 at 11 a.m.
Nicholas A. Theofilis
Age 23, of Penn Hills, passed away tragically Sunday, November 27, 2022. Beloved son of Peter and Lori (Patrizi) Theofilis; brother of Max Theofilis; grandson of Angela “Yia Yia” Theofilis and Delores Patrizi; preceded in death by his grandfathers Anthony Theofilis and James Patrizi. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Nick earned the rank of Eagle Scout where he developed his love for first aid. He was a 2017 graduate of Penn Hills High School. He started his EMT training in high school and finished with the rank of Paramedic. While in high school, Nick was a member of the Naval ROTC and a volunteer firefighter for Rosedale Fire Department #222 in Penn Hills. He was a Certified Lifeguard and CPR Instructor. He was in the process of becoming a Master Mason. Nick worked in various restaurants over his years and made himself at home anywhere he went. He always made himself available to anybody that needed his help. To know Nick was to love Nick. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Rosedale Volunteer Fire Department #222, 5806 Verona Rd., Verona, PA 15147.
Friends will be received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd. (at Rodi Rd.) Penn Hills, on Friday, December 2, 2022 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish St. Susanna Church, 200 Stotler Rd., Penn Hills, PA 15235 at 11 a.m.