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1955
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2018
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Neil Capretto Obituary
Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in NOLL FUNERAL HOME INC., 333 Third St., Beaver, PA 15009. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, Beaver, by his pastor, the Rev. Jeff Arnold. Private interment will take place at Beaver Cemetery.
Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Neil's name to Gateway Rehabilitation Center, 100 Moffett Run Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
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Memories and Condolences
for Neil Capretto
Kris
June 5, 2023
Gateway is definitely not the same without you Neil, and never will be. You were one of the best, but I know that you're happy, safe, and at peace. We all miss you.
Art Bouwers
November 15, 2019
Worked on neil's First day at CMHC when he said disarmingly ;my name is Neil Capretto ;tht means little goat! I remember this good man with thanksgiving in my heart .art
Boston Boston
December 23, 2018
Here's to John cougar mellencamp,Peter Gabriel,Mariah Carey,Allman Bros,salt n pepa, Bryan Adams, and the many hundreds more tunes we used to listen to together. We were best friends for 24 years. No matter what came your way or my way we kept up our friendship. You were the salt of the earth,Neil. A pure,innocent person through and through.I talked to you 2 weeks before you died and I did not know that was the last time I would speak to you but in a way that's probably a good thing.I love you my friend and I'll love you forever..until we meet again then we can discuss all of our little idiosyncrasies of Neil Anthony, you were one of a kind, and time is just a linear number as far as me and you.. you used to say that to me but it's kind of true. You fought a good fight and I'll see you on the other side someday my friend. Don't go chasing waterfalls.. unless they're heavenly waterfalls and then dive right in. I miss you my friend I'll miss you forever. Rest in peace and relax your life was so hectic before this just take it easy. You will be gravely missed.
Jim Zinsmeister
July 8, 2018
Our condolences to you, Amy, as well as to the entire extended Capretto Family.
The Zinsmeisters -- Joan, Jim & Trish
Denise Ropon
June 15, 2018
Dr.Cappretto was a great man, this is a huge loss to our community..He's dedication to his work will be truly missed, the world was in a much better place when he was involved with his service of helping others. There are not enough words to describe the impact of losing this gentle soul who has touch so many lives. Thank you Dr. Capretto from the bottom of my heart.
Kimberly H
June 13, 2018
Not many people on earth had the compassion and humbleness of Neil. He was one in a million it seems. Never heard a bad thing out of his mouth about the most troubled humans he worked with. My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family. The drug and alcohol field is left with a void I don't know if anyone can ever fill it. Rest In Peace Dr.C thank you for saving so many lives and fighting for addicts lives when most people think we shouldn't.
June 13, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Capretto family. Neil was a classmate of mine and an incredible athlete back in the day. We played football together in high school and he went pound to pound. He will be in my thoughts always.
Dave Dawson/The Barber
Judy Lochner
June 12, 2018
Neil was a psych resident at St.Francis at the same time that I worked there in the early 80's- the Dr. Twerski days. He was so friendly to EVERYONE- unpretentious. This news has sadden so many of us from that St. Francis era. Rest well Neil- your work on this earth, very well done.
Allen Jones
June 12, 2018
My sincere sympathy. A great man who will be missed by many.
Cathy Scott
June 12, 2018
In our journey of Addiction, Dr. Capretto was a blessing to our family. Whenever we think of him we will do so with gratitude.
Sam Donaldson
June 12, 2018
I also had the honor of working with this kind, loving and humble man. I'm reminded of one of the definitions of a Saint: "They make us want to be a better person."
For me, Neil was a Saint.
My condolences to his family. I'm so sorry for all of us, for this loss at such a young age. --- Sam Donaldson
Lawrence Sciullo
June 12, 2018
There will be countless numbers of people who will surely miss him and his help and the love that he bestowed on them. For all of us , his Family members, this is a great loss. We all know that there is a definite spot in Heaven for Neil and his love for the afflicted will be ongoing forever.
The Sciullo's: Lawrence, Jeffrey & Family, Michelle Sciullo Brooks & Family
Dr. Sandra Davis
June 12, 2018
My deepest sympathy.
Kathie McCandless
June 12, 2018
Loved you for loving our family.
We and so many others will miss you greatly
Your life was well lived.
Thank you Neil.
Jack and Kathie McCandless Family
Elizabeth Kirwin
June 11, 2018
Dear Amy I am keeping you and Neil and all your family in my prayers. I am so sad to hear of your loss. Sending all our love to you and keeping you in my thoughts.
Kathy Adelman
June 11, 2018
Our sincerest sympathy to the entire Capretto family. He was a true gentleman, and a wonderful physician to work with. Neil will be missed by so many.
Anthony N
June 11, 2018
I met with Dr. Capretto in 1980 and continued weekly office visits until he left St Frances. The very first day of several visits to Gateway from 2010 relapsing after 30 years. We recognized each other in the bathroom and a couple days later i went to his office and spent some time reminising. He was very busy but made the time for a get-together. Neil had ditched his thick black-rimmed glasses and sported a new hairdo.
I finally got time in and started making more progress before he left for Beaver. He was always more of a therapist with constant positive input and reinforcement . He was incredibly real. Could go on and on but want to say how fortunate i was to have Dr. Capretto in my life. I wish his family and friends all the best.
Anthony N
South Side Slopes
Judy B.
June 11, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Family at this very difficult time. May the comfort of our Loving Creator be with you. Isa. 41:1O,13.
Cheri Guglielmon
June 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Neil will be a great loss. He worked with my mom (Jean Abersold) for years before she retired from Gateway. She always had fond memories of Neil. My thought and prayers are with you and your family.
Kris
June 11, 2018
Our loss, Heaven's gain. I am proud to say I have worked under this gentle man for many years at one of his outpatient sites. He is truly one of a kind, so respected and loved. I know he is at peace, and still working hard to change the world. You rest now Neil, and know that we will never forget you, your dedication and generosity will continue to inspire us.
Nikki Faulkner
June 11, 2018
I had the pleasure of meeting Neil very early in his fight against cancer. Upon our first meeting I knew both he and his beautiful wife Amy were special people. We fought this battle together for well over a year while enduring chemo, radiation and other dreadful services that come along with this journey. After losing contact for a short while, we ended up across the hall from each other at the hospital shortly before his passing; Amy still beautiful and Neil still that sweet caring man I had first met. I thank God for the privilege of meeting Neil and I thank Him even more for allowing me to tell him, until we meet again, my friend during his final days. My heart goes out to Amy, Andrew and Peter. I pray that God blesses and keeps you during your time of grief.
Patrick McShea
June 11, 2018
We live a world far poorer for Neil's absence, even as his people-focused professional standards are celebrated, studied, and emulated. All I can add to the well-deserved tributes about the positive difference he made in the lives of others is that this practice started early, an observation certain to be echoed by other classmates and teammates from Allegheny College.
Steve & John
June 11, 2018
Amy, the loss is profound. To lose a soul who was so honest, so compasionate, so kind and so loving. We have all lost a great man. We share your grief. Know how much you are loved and know we are here for you.
Deanne Smith
June 11, 2018
The world has lost a truly nice and caring person. Amy my heart and prayers are with all of you. I know what a great pair you were. Please cherish the memories with him and how much you loved each other. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I'm here.
June 11, 2018
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
MEL DAVIS
June 11, 2018
Amy.....please accept my most sincere thoughts and prayers at your time of loss. May god grant you peace and strength.
Mel Davis
laurie young
June 11, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to Neil's family. Amy, I am so sad for your loss and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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