LEON PACHIS Obituary
Age 85, of McMurray, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2016, in St. Clair Hospital. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Catherine. Father Leon was a US veteran serving his country in the Air Force Reserves. He graduated from Holy Cross Seminary in Massachusetts. He began his first major parish, St. Elias in San Bernardino, California. He was Founder and CEO of the Guadalupe Home for Boys, which was a group home for abused and neglected children. This home began with six boys and ended up a successful non-profit which helped thousands of boys and girls. Father Leon felt a calling for missionary work and supported numerous parishes in the Southern California area. He was a devoted family man who always made time for his children and grandchildren. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Alexander L. Pachis of Pittsburgh and James M. Pachis of North Strabane; his only daughter, Anne Marie Aronson (John) of McMurray; six grandchildren, Joshua, Matthew, Alex and James Pachis and Alexis and Stefan Aronson. Friends are welcome from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 15, 2016, in Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 123 Gilkeson Road, Pittsburgh 15228. Viewing also will be held on Wednesday, November 16, 2016, beginning 10:00am until 11:00 a.m. the time of service. Entombment will follow in Forest Lawn Gardens, McMurray. Arrangements have been entrusted to SALANDRA FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, Joseph P. Salandra owner / supervisor, Canonsburg. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church or the American Cancer Society. To leave or view condolences, please visit:
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Greg Wessels
August 24, 2017
It's hard to say how many children and adults Fr Leon helped, I was certainly one of them. Thank you Fr Leon, God bless you
Jim Speros
January 3, 2017
My friend and inspiration, Fr. Leon, you exemplified service before self. Yours was the goal we all should strive for in the work you performed for the children of then Guadalupe Home now Trinity in California. But like Eccliastes learned "For a person may labor with wisdom, knowledge and skill, and then they must leave all they own to another who has not toiled for it." Your sacrifice is not forgotten, neither is your kindness and friendship. Fr. Leon, I will miss your emails and our phone chats. Please pray for us all until we meet again.
Ronnie Elenez
November 16, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family. I am proud take part in continuing the work he started 50 years ago.
+ Fr. Nicholas V. Gamvas, St. Haralambos
November 16, 2016
Dear Presbytera Catherine & Pachis Family,
On behalf of the St. Haralambos Parish in Canton, Ohio, where Fr. Leon of blessed memory served from 1957-60, as it's 8th priest; and during our Mega Move in 1958, we express to you our Deepest Sympathies on the falling asleep in the Lord, of Father Leon. May his "Memory Be Eternal". A Trisagion Prayer will be offered for Fr. Leon on Sunday, November 20 at St. Haralambos. May our Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow. Zoes O Logos sas.
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November 15, 2016
Dear Jim and family:
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family at this difficult time. It is written in the Book of Revelation 14:13: And I heard a voice from heaven saying, "Write this: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on." "Blessed indeed," says the Spirit, that they may rest from their labors, for their deeds follow them! Your father now rests in the arms of Our Lord; for his deeds, his dedication and his life in service to God Our Father have surely gained him entrance into paradise. May this bring you comfort.
Sincerely,
Jan and Michael D. Hanna, Jr.
Laura Kassem- Trinity Youth Services
November 15, 2016
Sorry to hear about Fr. Leon's passing. My deepest condolences to your family. May he rest in eternal peace
November 14, 2016
Anna Marie and family, I am so sorry to hear about your fathers passing. May his memory be eternal and may God give all of you strength during this difficult time. Sincerely,Alexandra, Michael and Corey Gregory (Dakis)
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