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Brandon Cugini Obituary

Brandon Christopher Cugini, 14, of Pine Township, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2016. He was the precious son of Mark and Kelley (Holleran) Cugini; brother of twins, Dylan and Angelina Cugini; grandson of Jerome and Carol Holleran and Joseph and Agnes Cugini; great-grandson of the late Ann Matechen, who would sing "You Are My Sunshine" to Brandon; nephew of Sean Holleran, David (Marian) Cugini, Cynthia (Mark) Schooley, Robert Cugini, Joseph (Tammy) Cugini, Michael (Leslie) Cugini and the late Jerome Holleran III; great-nephew of Linda (Paul) Stukus, John (Barbara) Matechen, Della Hamill, Laura Kelly and Shirley Evans; also survived his cousin, Erin (Paul) Patterson and their daughter, Jackie; and many additional cousins, relatives and dear friends. Brandon loved playing ice hockey on the Butler Valley Hockey Team and flying RC planes. He played the baritone and piano and was in the Pine-Richland Middle School Concert and Jazz Bands. Brandon enjoyed sleepovers and pizza with his friends and will be missed by many.
Family will welcome friends from 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday and from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Friday at SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES LTD., 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday in St. Richard Church, 3841 Dickey Road, Gibsonia, with Father Thomas A. Sparacino officiating. Interment will follow in Holy Savior Catholic Cemetery, Gibsonia.
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Published by Pittsburgh Tribune Review from Apr. 19 to Apr. 21, 2016.

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John Hentschel

April 13, 2019

Your #33 hangs on our livingroom wall. Not a day goes by without you in my thoughts.

Jack Catalano

April 16, 2018

Been 2 years now and not a day goes by where I still don't think about you. I really miss you. I've got all the love in the world for you brotha. Just know our hearts are for you and your family. Let God comfort you and guide you into his broad arms.

Laura Kalchthaler

May 24, 2016

Although we have never met, we share a common thread... an unconditional love for a child. Sending sympathies and prayers. May your sweet child's memory be for a blessing.
- a North Allegheny parent

The Scotts

April 25, 2016

Cugini family; Our thought and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss, we couldn't image losing a child as we have a son of our own.

Greg Ballay

April 25, 2016

Kelley and Mark,

I pray for the both of you. May God give you strength in this difficulty time and in the years to come.

Greg and Nicole Ballay

Grace Su

April 23, 2016

Kelley and Mark
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am thinking of you during this difficult time.

Shari Berg

April 23, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time.

Louise Gladkowski

April 22, 2016

Kelley and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. I can think of nothing worse than losing your child.

Louise Gladkowski, Mother of Brenda

April 22, 2016

Kelley and Mark. My heart aches for you. I can't imagine your pain.
May God Keep you in his love and care at this time and always.
Love, Debbie Riley

Anastasia(Ana) Weigand

April 22, 2016

I remember going sledding with him when we were young, and playing with him. You guys were like a second family to me and it was devastating when I herd what happened. It brought back so many memories, and I will forever miss him and his smile.

April 22, 2016

Kelley & Mark, We are so saddened by your heart-breaking loss. We remember Brandon when he was a little boy in our neighborhood. He was looked up to by the younger kids like my son, who went to PMEAs this year playing the Baritone Sax. Logan always saw Brandon's PMEA picture up in the band room. I can't imagine how painful losing your son must be, but please know that your friends are here for you; not just today at the Christian mass, but tomorrow, next week, next month, next year and always. May God bless and keep you, as Brandon's soul moves on to the Country of The Great King. Much Love, Sarah, Scott, Logan & Helen Krushinski

Harry Schmiedel

April 22, 2016

Mark and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Brandon. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Your friends at Hobby Express

April 22, 2016

Frazier Family

April 21, 2016

Although we did not know your son and we heard of his passing thru our hockey family. Prayers and peace to you and your family! May you find peace in the lives that he touched and will continue to touch!

April 21, 2016

Kelly,

Please know that I have been praying for your family each day. I will especially keep you in prayer tomorrow as you celebrate his entrance into heaven. May Christ and His Mother bless each of you and hold you in the palms of their hands.
Mary Cay Burke-Hamill

Mary Cay Burke-Hamill

April 21, 2016

Kelly,

Just to know that you and your family have been in my prayers every day and will definitely continue tomorrow during the Mass for Brandon.
May Christ and His Mother give each of your family the strength to carry on.

Kelly Piole

April 21, 2016

Mark, Kelley, Dylan & Angelina,
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Brandon's death. We can't imagine the heartache you all must feel. We are thinking of you and wishing you hope in the mist of sorrow and comfort in the midst of pain.
Joe, Kelly & Ryan Piole

Gabrielle Burkett

April 21, 2016

So sorry for your loss

Rhonda Young Smith

April 21, 2016

Oh Kelley. I can find no words of comfort. I'm so incredibly saddened for this unimaginable, inconsolable loss....

April 21, 2016

Mark and Kelley,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Brandon was a great kid and it is hard to make sense of any of this. May God bring you peace and comfort that only He can provide. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

The Gerthoffer Family

April 21, 2016

To the Cugini Family,

Our hearts are so heavy. We pray that God will wrap his loving arms around Brandon for all of us. We pray also that God will, in time, find a way to help bring some healing to your broken hearts. You are not alone. We all feel pain and tremendous sorrow from the passing of your handsome son. We turn to God for help together.
God Bless.

A PR Family

Staci Gasper

April 21, 2016

There aren't any words that I can say to heal your heart ... it's a mother's worst nightmare that you are living.. my heart aches for you and your family... sending hugs and prayers your way... I am deeply sorry for your loss...

Scott, Jill, and Adam Rolley

April 21, 2016

Mark and Kelley, we really enjoyed getting to know you this year and Adam loved playing hockey with Brandon. Our hearts ache for the tragic loss of your sweet son. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

April 21, 2016

he will be missed by many. praying for everyone.

Jessica

April 21, 2016

I can't imagine what you are going through and am praying for you and your family

Natalie and Jim Stillwagon

April 21, 2016

To the Cugini Family,

Our hearts, as well as our son's heart, are heavy with sadness at the passing of your beloved son/brother, Brandon. Although we did not know Brandon or your family, our son, Jim Stillwagon was Brandon's Band Director in the Pine Richland School District. Jim told us that Brandon was a very nice boy with exceptional talent at playing the Baritone. Jim will truly miss Brandon, but will forever keep great memories of him in his heart.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
May GOD give you strength and peace in coping with your loss, as he also holds Brandon close to him
and takes care of him until once again you are reunited. May you have peace knowing that Brandon will live on in your hearts forever with the happy memories you have of him.
Rest in Peace Brandon.

With Sincere Sympathy,
Natalie and Jim Stillwagon ( Parents of PIne Richland Band Director,
Jim Stillwagon)

PR Family

April 21, 2016

There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. May God give you peace and strength in this time of sorrow. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.

April 20, 2016

My heart aches for you and the loss of your dear son. There are no words to ease the pain you feel, but I hope you find some comfort in knowing that he is with the Lord in heaven. I will pray for your family during this difficult time.

Sally Adams

April 20, 2016

Kelley and Mark and Carol and family,

There are no words that will ever be enough. Kelley, he was your first baby and you knew every hair on his head, I know. I wish I could do or say something that would ease your pain even just a tiny bit. All my prayers are for you now. I will also ask Cara and her family to pray for you all.

Matt Murray

April 20, 2016

Kelley and Mark,We are so sorry to hear of your loss. No words can express the pain you must be going through. Please know we are all praying for your hearts to heal from your devastating loss. You and the whole family are in our thoughts and prayers!With deepest sympathy,

Maria & Nick Jaksec

April 20, 2016

Kelley and Mark,
I just don't know what to say. My heart is aching for you. I'm praying for you and hope you can find peace somehow. Your friends are always here for you.

April 20, 2016

Dear Kelly and Mark,

Words cannot express how so very sorry we are. Please know that you are in our every thought and prayer. Brandon holds a special place in our hearts...he was Seth's first friend when we moved into the district. I remember the first time I talked with you when Seth bought Brandon a book at the book fair in third grade. An entire community has suffered the greatest loss.

Our deepest sympathies,

Beth

A Mom

April 20, 2016

I am so very sorry for loss of your sweet son. Sending you many prayers for peace and strength. Know that there are many who have not met Brandon or your family that are praying for you.

Sharon Hoffman

April 20, 2016

I was so very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear son. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

April 20, 2016

Cugini Family,

I didn't know your son but he was in my son's class. He has been all I have been thinking about and I wanted to reach out and offer my condolences. There are no words that will ever be enough. I am praying for your strength in the coming days.

A Pin-Richland Mom

Pine Richland Parent

April 20, 2016

My daughter was in the PRMS band with Brandon and she cried when she heard of his passing. She said that he was very nice and an excellent Baritone player. He will be missed by many. May you find comfort in knowing that you will see Brandon again in Heaven.

April 20, 2016

I am so very sorry and sad to hear about the loss of your son. Although I never had the pleasure to meet him, I offer my deepest sympathies. May God wrap his loving arms around each and everyone of you and give you strength and comfort in the many days ahead.


Pine Richland Mom

April 20, 2016

Mark,
I am so sorry, I know words are inadequate when it comes to the passing of a child. I can't even imagine the pain you and your family are going through. I am praying for you and your whole family, again I am so sorry.
Jane Fetsick

Lawrence Brown

April 20, 2016

Words can't tell you how my heart hurts for your family God Bless.

Krista Hoffman

April 20, 2016

Kelley & Mark,
I never met your son, but it still broke my heart to hear this news. May you and your family find strength with the Lord.

Pine Richland Parent

April 20, 2016

No words seem enough. Many prayers for strength in the days ahead. We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are heavy with you.

Pine Richland Parent

April 20, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of your son. While I did not know your son or your family my heart aches for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Erin Hathaway Pine Richland Parent

April 20, 2016

Dear Cugini Family,
My heart breaks for you over the loss of your son. Please accept my sincere heartfelt condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

April 20, 2016

Kelley & Mark & family,
My heart hurts for you, I am so very sorry. I cannot imagine.
Cathy Kichi (Highmark)

The Novak Family

April 19, 2016

We are sorry and saddened to hear of the passing of your son. We pray you will find comfort, love and strength in one another. God Bless you all.

Angela D Watson

April 19, 2016

Kelley, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. May God help you and your family through this and May your son dance in Heaven and Rest in Paradise.

a mom

April 19, 2016

Peace, love and happiness surround your angel...you will be together again and your joy will be complete. God bless you.

April 19, 2016

I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. I do not know your family but I share your pain. I lost my son last month. Prayers for strength and comfort to your family.

Servagno Family

April 19, 2016

Cugini family,Brandon was a great friend to Alex and will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

The Greco Family

April 19, 2016

Our deepest condolences to your family. We are so sorry for your loss.

Janet Lake

April 19, 2016

Sending prayers from Kentucky that God comfort your family. So very sorry for your loss.

8th Grade Team Teachers: Ms. Pfeifer, Mr. Bailey, Mr. Kantz, & Mr. Utz

April 19, 2016

We offer our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy on the loss of a life taken too soon. Our memories of Brandon have provided us with strength during this time, as we wish you the same so that you are able to move forward in peace.

"Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow." - Robert Louis Stevenson

Pine Richland Parent

April 19, 2016

Prayers go out to all those who knew & loved Brandon ... prayers for understanding / strength & courage ...

Parent pine

April 19, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss may God wrap his arms around you. Heaven has gain an angel prayers and deepest sympathy

Annette Neff

April 19, 2016

No words can express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. We hope you can find comfort in the support of those who loved him and the joy he brought to so many people. Our loved ones never truly leave us, they live on in the memories we hold close to our hearts.
Our prayers to your entire family!
The Neff Family

Stacie and Guy Patterson and family

April 19, 2016

Mark and Kelley, We are all so sorry for your loss. We will keep memories of those old Cub Scout days and those at the rink close and always remember Brandon. We admired his determination on the ice and knew how much he loved hockey. Clay has always appreciated his friendship with Brandon and was so happy when they were reunited this year on the Dawgs team.

Maggie Kearney

April 19, 2016

Kelley & Mark, I am so sorry to hear about your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your fond memories with him help you through this difficult time. All my love, Maggie Kearney

Karen Desiderio

April 19, 2016

Kelley, my heart breaks for you and your family. I cannot even begin to feel your sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May Our Lord God provide a warm blanket of peace and surround you with love.

April 19, 2016

On the breeze hear his voice. In the sun feel his warmth. Look to the stars for the twinkle of his eyes. Imagine him dance upon the clouds. Dreams of him will come to you. Memories will be carried upon the air, never to be forgotten. Never dwell on questions that cannot be answered in this world. Wait until you see him again and your spirits will dance with joy. The lord has opened the gates for him and welcomed him with love. Now allow God to hold your hands along with his, to comfort you all and bless you with his love.

April 19, 2016

Dearest Family:

So sorry to hear about your loss. We love you. You are in our thoughts and prayers...

Roseanna Downey, Linda Downey Brautigam & family

Debra Whittam

April 19, 2016

Those whom we love and lose are no longer where they were before, they are now wherever we are.

April 19, 2016

A beautiful child -I am so very sorry. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

trudy mccurry

April 19, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. my prayers are with the family for the greatest loss any parent will go through. Mccurry's from the bv dawgs

Bob & Kathy Jones

April 19, 2016

Kelley, Mark and family our deepest sympathies for you in this sad time. God Bless you all.

The Opferman Family

April 19, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss.

April 19, 2016

Although we didn't know Brandon our nephew did. We heard so many wonderful things about him. We know our nephew will miss his good friend.
So sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

Arden W

April 19, 2016

All of us at Pine-Richland miss you so much, you were a great friend Brandon. Heaven gained an angel. My prayers are with the Cugini family.

April 19, 2016

There are not words to express the sorrow our family feels for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers every day.

Ginni Beringer-Pippen

April 19, 2016

My deepest sympathies to your family and all that loved Brandon. My heart and prayers go out to you all. God Bless you all.

April 19, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers to the entire Cugini family. Our son Ellis enjoyed the time he spent with Brandon playing on the same Butler Valley team and especially the great time they were together as a team at the tournament in Jamestown, NY. #33forever.

Beth Beringer

April 19, 2016

Kelly, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathy on the loss of your son, Brandon.

Chuck and Alice Boyle

April 19, 2016

Our deepest sympathy and love to Carol and Jerry,Kelley and Mark and family. Words fail us at times of sorrow like this. Our hearts go out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless all of you.
Alice and Chuck Boyle

The Dresmich Family

April 19, 2016

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Aiden is proud to have been Brandon's friend. We are sorry for your loss.

Teri Pilgrim Lesofsky

April 19, 2016

My thoughts and prayers to you Kelley and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs!!

Yarbrough Family

April 19, 2016

May you find comfort in the Lord during this difficult time.

April 19, 2016

Mark and Kelley,
I worked with Carol years ago, and our two sons (Christopher and Benjamin) often played with Anthony and Carter. My heart weeps for your loss and the sorrow you are feeling. How blessed you both were to be Brandon's parents, to be able to feel his hugs and hear his laughter. The memories you shared and the love you hold in your heart for your son will always be yours even death cannot take those away from you. May God shower you with peace, may He give you strength in the days to come, and may you feel His loving arms embracing you and your family during this time. Kimberly H.

A parent

April 19, 2016

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal

April 19, 2016

Our deepest sympathy on your loss too huge for any of us to understand. Brandon was a wonderful boy and he will be missed more than we can express. If your family needs anything, please get in touch with us. Our Love, Brandon's 7th grade teachers: Mr. Frank, Mr. Slepak, Mrs. Harris-Crowe, Mrs. Krepin and Mrs. Bubb.

April 19, 2016

Mark and family;
You have my deepest sympathy for your loss of your handsome son. My heart breaks for all of you and I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Cunko
DaVita - Pittsburgh Acutes

Patrick and Colleen Tully

April 19, 2016

Our deepest sympathies are with you Mark, Kelley, Angelina, Dylan and family. You are in our hearts, our thoughts, and in our every prayer.

Lisa Murdock

April 19, 2016

The Butler Valley Dawgs have lost a great player.

April 19, 2016

My son Luke lost one of his best friends. I can not find words that can possibly console your family. Please just know that your pain is shared by all of us in the DAWGS family.

Rachelle Cicco

April 19, 2016

My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family and May God bless you all in this time of sorrow.

c t

April 19, 2016

Cugini family can't imagine what your family must be going through during this time. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy. Luk7:11-15

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