William F. Gross

Richard P. Craska

Age 93, of Penn Hills, was called by The Lord and Angels on Thursday, May 26, 2022. Richard was born on September 28, 1928 in Greenfield where he was raised by his parents Francis and Theresa Craska. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Shirley of 27 years and his brother Frank. Father of David (Danielle), Richard (Suzy), and Scott (Ruth); grandfather of Sean and Evan Craska; special, loving, and caring friend to Emma Borza, cousin Veronica Warziski, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dick served in the army and graduated from Duquesne University. He retired from J & L Steel and LTV Steel as an Industrial Engineer. He loved dancing to all types of music, his time spent at the beach, and traveling. Dick will be truly missed and loved by all who knew him. With many thanks to Kaleta Mutombo, his caregiver, and the Hospice Staff of AHN. Dick, rest in peace, your family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish or to a charity of your choice.

Friends received in the William F. Gross Funeral Home, Ltd. 11735 Frankstown Road (at Rodi Road), Penn Hills, on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral prayers will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Christ the Divine Shepherd Parish, St. Susanna Church at 10 a.m. His final resting place will be at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Greenfield.

Patricia A. "Pat" Pangikas

Like a comet soaring across the sky, Pat Pangikas entered this world on August 16, 1952, and with an even bigger flash, she trailed away to her next journey on May 13, 2022. A long-term resident of Pittsburgh, Pat followed her heart wherever it led, even as far as sneaking to Woodstock at age 17 to see Jimi Hendrix. Pat’s heart and unchained spirit eventually led her to meet her husband, Chris, a jazz musician who frequented the Harley Hotel, and they traveled the country together before finally returning to Pittsburgh to start a family. With an unapologetically selfless personality, Pat loved her family fiercely, stood by her friends, and donated her time to her church and others in need. After working for many years with children in various roles from care provider to teacher’s aide, Pat retired to a quiet home life where she enjoyed the simple things like gardening, adorning her backyard with wind chimes, gazing at her pond, and scratching off lotto tickets. She spent the winter of her life caring for her sick husband, Chris, never faltering in her commitment no matter what she faced. She loved the color purple, anything that sparkled, cooking for her kids, crime dramas, good books, Motown, and her three precious dogs. She cherished her family, her grandchildren most of all. She is preceded in death by her mother and father; her sister, Kathy; and her husband of nearly 40 years, Chris. She is survived by her daughters Cathy (Steve) Masters; Athena (Michael) Pangikas-Miller; Damaris Pangikas; and Mary (Levi) Goehring and grandchildren, Niko, Eli, and Owen Masters; Ares, Persephone, and Ajax Pangikas-Miller; Brando and

Cambria Krist; and Russell and Theodore Goehring. Life in her wake feels like a silent black sky, but we keep the starlight of her memory ablaze in us all. Be kind to one another, be selfless, and always put family first, just like Pat did. At her behest, there will be no viewing or funeral; instead, a celebration of life will be held next month. Her family thanks you for your condolences and prayers. If you’d like to do something in her honor, do a kind deed for someone else, donate to charity, support cancer research, or simply tell someone that you love them. Be present in your life and the lives of others. Be the extraordinary light in this world that Pat was for us.

Elizabeth E. “Betty” Antonucci (Miller)

Age 81, of O’Hara Twp. formerly of Penn Hills and Mt. Oliver, passed away peacefully, Monday, May 23, 2022. Beloved wife of Anthony “Hooks” Antonucci; daughter of the late Peter A. and Clara Miller; mother of Mary Beth, Tony and Michael (Sheila) Antonucci; grandmother of Anthony, Michael “Scott” and Andrew Goetz, sister of Marie (the late William) Bowers and the late Thomas (Irene) Miller and Shirley “Sis” (Thomas) Donnelly; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Good Samaritan Hospice Cabot, 134 Marwood Road, Cabot, PA 16023.

Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd, (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills, Thursday, May 26, 2022 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Blessing Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, May 27, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.

Katherine "Kathy" L. Napolitana

Age 59, of Penn Hills, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022. Beloved wife of David J. Napolitana; mother of Jennifer (Michael Zutich) Napolitana; go-go of Isabelle, Kane, and Mikaela; sister of Anne (Tom) Fitzgerald; aunt of Jessica and Chris (Erin) Fitzgerald and Alaina and Alyssa Napolitana. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Cancer Pavilion, Suite 1B, 5150 Center Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.

Friends received at William F. Gross Funeral Home, LTD., 11735 Frankstown Rd, (at Rodi Road) Penn Hills, Wednesday, May 18, 2022 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, May 19, 2022 at 11 a.m.