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JOHN WARGO Obituary
Age 63, of Pittsburgh, on March 1, 2013. He was born September 14, 1949. The beloved husband of Amy Wargo; father of John Paul Wargo and Ava Wargo; brother of Paul Wargo Jr., and Nancy Wargo; son of Ethel K. Wargo and the late Paul A. Wargo Sr. John was an artist, athlete and entrepreneur; owning several establishments including the Voodoo Lounge in the Strip District and art galleries in Oakland and South Side. He was a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and the Allegheny County Police Academy. He held several titles in power-lifting, body-building and was a martial arts and boxing instructor. John was a loving father, dedicated to his family and was a tremendous inspiration to us all. Visitation on Monday, March 4, from 6-8 p.m. at the MALOY - SCHLEIFER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 915 Kennedy Ave. Duquesne, 412-466-3300. Private Burial. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the John Wargo Memorial fund for his surviving children at any PNC branch.
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michael marchese
May 13, 2013
R.I.P.
Sally Zezza
April 1, 2013
Paul,Nancy and Wargo Family. I am so very sorry!, and saddened! to hear about John. My deepest heartfelt sympathies and prayers go out to you all. God bless you John!!! Rest in Peace!
Kenny Blake
April 1, 2013
My profound sympathies to the family. A great spirit lives on.
March 8, 2013
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VooDoo Lounge
George DeVault
March 7, 2013
Rest in peace John.....you were never afraid to chase your dreams!!! My prayers are with your precious family.. if there is anything you need im there for you all.
March 7, 2013
John was an old friend, neighbor on Washington's Landing, and true Pittsburgh guy. Tough, on the outside but a warm, giving friend on the inside. RIP John.
Bob Urso
Diane (Smith) Depp
March 7, 2013
I have such fond memories of John from high school. We were in the same homeroom and he sat across from me. What an interesting life he had! He did much more than most people do. My thoughts and prayers are with his family now. God bless you John!
Chris A
March 6, 2013
A fast and long friendship formed when I was introduced to the Wargo family when they opened the Voodoo Lounge in the strip district. Very sad to hear of the John's passing,much too young, as much as it is sad it has to be a welcome relief he no longer has to suffer as he had the last several months. My deepest sympathies to the ENTIRE Wargo family
Eugene Williams
March 4, 2013
My Deepest Sympathy
Vinnie Colosimo
March 4, 2013
Rest in peace, my friend. My prayers are with your children and family.
Katie Cesnalis
March 4, 2013
Thoughts & Prayers to all ... will always remember those greats Sunday Bike Parties at the VooDoo May God be with all now
March 4, 2013
I remember when John came down to the office to ask me what was my favorite color. When I told him blue he said "a little something for taking care of my Dad". To this day it hangs over my bed. Wish I could be with you Nancy and Mrs. Wargo. At least I am there in spirit. Tell Amy that John loved his son more than anything in this world. Rest in peace John. With love, Juanita (manager of The Racquet Club Apartments)
Tom and Mona Murphy
March 4, 2013
So sorry. John was one of the reasons Pittsburgh is such a special place. A larger than life personality, always smiling. I'll miss seeing him on Washington's Landing and not kayaking with him.
The Berman/Kause Family
March 4, 2013
Please know the entire Wargo family is in our hearts and thoughts. We are so sorry for your loss, but hope you have some solace in knowing that John was a wonderful husband and father, and that will remain with you forever.
John Carrabba
March 4, 2013
RIP, MY MAN!
Mike Fayo
March 4, 2013
My deepest heartfelt sympathy for John and his family.
Jules Williams
March 3, 2013
Amy, John Paul, Ava, Paul, Nancy & Mrs. Wargo,
I wish I could be there tomorrow and Tuesday....I will be there in sprit. Words cannot express my deepest sympathy for your loss. John will be missed every day. He was a very special guy and I have wonderful memories spending time with him and the family that will be treasured forever.
March 3, 2013
So sorry for your loss. My sympathies. I remember John from the Voodoo Lounge. Great place. He made it good. I remember the large red tailed catfish he had. I also remember him from Golds gym "years" ago. He was a very nice person. God bless his soul. Sheryl Branovan (Jones).
March 3, 2013
Nancy and family you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Archie Manning
March 3, 2013
RIp JOHN
Randy Harper
March 3, 2013
I am deeply sorry to hear the news about Johnny. He was indeed a personality that has left his mark in a big way! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family!
May God bless!
March 3, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Wargo Family. I can remember how involved John was in John Paul's school activities. He will always be remembered for his character and kindness.
The Dever Family
Dave Gregory
March 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Wargo family. Rest in peace, John.
John & Kristen Walker
March 3, 2013
Paul, Nancy, Amy, and Children: You have our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss; John was a great guy.
Melissa Maffeo
March 3, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of John.
Chuck "HAMMER HEAD " & Eloise Elstner Sr.
March 3, 2013
My deepest sympathy to Amy & your children. GOD SPEED JOHN, & RESPECT !!!
Theresa Fox
March 3, 2013
Amy,
My sympathy, thoughts, and prayers go out to you, John Paul, and Ava. John was such a great man and he will be truly missed.
The Gordon family
March 3, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
The Gordon family
March 3, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We have you in our thoughts.
Christine Senchesen
March 3, 2013
Thinking of the Family during this difficult time!
Christine Senchesen
March 3, 2013
Our Sympathy to The Family of John. Paul, so sorry you lost a Brother so soon. To His Wife and Children also our sympathy. All John's Family, we are so saddened by his passing. He was a great Guy!!! A life well led. He will be missed!! Victor Moreno sends his thoughts for the Family too!!! We will be thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Bruce and Christine Senchesen
Marsha (Pellegrino) Miller
March 3, 2013
My thoughts are with your family during this terrible time. Rest in peace John
Poller-Prince Family
March 3, 2013
Please know that our thoughts are with your family. Our deepest sympathies for your loss.
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