1929
2017
Mario Gioannini, 88, of Herminie, died Monday, Oct. 23, 2017, at Forbes Regional Hospital, Monroeville. He was born April 24, 1929, in Herminie, a son of the late Carlo and Teresa (Boggio) Gioannini. Prior to his retirement, Mario was employed by Westinghouse in East Pittsburgh as a draftsman for 35 years. He was a member of St. Edward Roman Catholic Church, Herminie, and its altar rosary society. Mario was an Army veteran. He loved spending time with his family, especially since his great-grandson, Bennett, arrived. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Justino Gioannini. Mario is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Patricia "Patsy" (Grabiak) Gioannini; son, Robert "Bob" (Tracy) Gioannini, of Florida; daughter, Linda Roskey and Joe Bonacci, of North Huntingdon; two special grandsons, Tony Gioannini and Danny Roskey and Jessica Kunkle; special great-grandson, Bennett Roskey; dear niece, Nancy and her husband, Alex Grebur, of Herminie; also a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. Mario's smile, love for his family and eagerness to always help a neighbor will forever remain in our hearts. He will be dearly missed by his family, many friends and neighbors in Wineland Acres.
A private funeral liturgy was held, per Mario's wishes, on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, at JOSEPH W. NICKELS FUNERAL HOME INC., 404 Sewickley Ave., Herminie, PA 15637, 724-446-7251, Interment followed in the Westmoreland County Memorial Park, Hempfield Township.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675. To send online condolences, please visit www.nickelsfuneralhomeinc.com.
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Love and prayers,
Ame Caline
Michel Polnareff
October 18, 2020
October 18, 2020
Today would have been Justino's birthday. You always kidded him about being born on april fools day. He left this world being a "NATALE BAMBINO."
April 1, 2020
Pat and family, my dad and Mario worked together at Westinghouse for many years. I remember visiting your house during the holidays and playing with the Noah's Ark under your Christmas tree. I remember the last time I saw you, it was about 25 years ago, and I was old enough to drink a beer with Mario and my dad. Thank you for the great memories, Mario will be missed by all who knew him.
Sharon Kubacki Ward
October 29, 2017
We will miss Mario. He had a great sense of humor and love for his family. Rest In Peace, Mario
Beth and Bob Mcardle
Friend
October 29, 2017
Linda
Deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
Connie Sullenberger
October 27, 2017
We will miss Mario and his loving personality. I remember moving to the neighborhood and every time I would mow our back yard he would be sitting on his porch and wave at me while I would pass by. Hearing the stories of Mario, Don & Grandpap Slivensky was always something to chuckle over. Mario, you will be missed and always in our hearts.
Victoria Slivensky
October 27, 2017
MARIO WAS A VERY SPECIAL MAN, WILL ALWAYS HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART, ALWAYS WENT OUT OF HIS WAY TO SAY HELLO TO ME.. LOVED HIM DEARLY
KIMBERLY GRABIAK/MELLINGER
October 26, 2017
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