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JOHN PRESTOGEORGE
JOHN PRESTOGEORGE
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JOHN PRESTOGEORGE Obituary
Of Churchill, age 83, on Friday, July 30, 2010. John was a WW II Army/Air Corps veteran and was trained and served as a Meteorological Tech. John was a master of coffees and teas and founded Prestogeorge Fine Foods in the Strip District, where he still worked most every day. He opened his first store in the Miracle Mile Shopping Center in Monroeville in the early 1960's. John later relocated to the Greengate Mall in Greensburg, before settling at his current location in the Strip District, 30 years ago. John was a faithful servant of God as a lifetime and active member of his beloved church, Ypapanti, the Presentation of Christ Greek Orthodox Church in East Pittsburgh. Beloved husband of Christine (Dimitriou) Prestogeorge for 50 years. Loving father of three sons, Chris of MD., Stan (Adrienne) of Wilkins Twp. and Ted (Maria) of Scranton. Dear grandfather of Leah, Andrew John and Madeleine Prestogeorge. Brother of Irene Stefanos of Oakmont, the late George and late Selma Prestogeorge. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Friends welcome on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9pm at PATRICK T. LANIGAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Linden Ave., East Pittsburgh (412-824-8800) where a Trisagion will be prayed on Monday at 7:30pm. A Funeral Service will be held in Ypapanti on Tuesday at 11am. Viewing in church ½ hour prior to service. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Grandview Cemetery, North Versailles. Memorial donations may be made to Ypapanti, P.O. Box J, East Pittsburgh, Pa. 15112.
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Carol Peduzzi
September 1, 2010
What a wonderful person who always has a warm smile and a kind hello. I will miss seeing him every time I visit Pittsburgh. Thought and prayers are with the family. All the best to remember the years of happy memories.
Joanne & Ken
August 10, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Prestogeorge family. John was such a wonderful person. It was such a pleasure coming into the store and being greeted by John. He had a smile and kind word everytime I came for coffee. He will be deeply missed.
Debbie Hensler
August 9, 2010
Dear Mrs. Prestogeorge and Family,
Please accept my sincerest sympathies for your loss. I was in the store the morning after Mr. Prestogeorge passed away, and we knew something was wrong even before learning the sad news. He was always such a nice man and it always made me happy when he was the one to measure -- perfectly every time! -- my coffee. It made it extra special. I have been savoring my morning cup of J.P. Hearty blend since then, and remembering him each morning. My thoughts are with you, his family, friends, and coworkers.
sharon
August 5, 2010
Dear Mrs Prestogeorge and Family;
I am so sorry for your loss of your husband and father. He was always so wonderful to see in the store. No matter how many customers were at the counter, I would always wait to chat with him. His wonderful disposition and kindness to all, really made your store a destination for my Saturday mornings. It is difficult to lose family members or anyone special in your life, but Mr Prestogeorge was larger than life. I truly sorry for your loss. Memory eternal,
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Diane B.
August 5, 2010
I have been going to Prestogeorge's in the Strip weekly since I started working close by 3 years ago. I believe it was Mr. Prestogeorge's personality that set the happy and friendly mood in that store; I've always left the store in a much better mood than when I went in! Mr. Prestogeorge was such a nice man and will be missed. My condolences to his family & friends & to all of the store personnel.
Tory Dzuricsko
August 4, 2010
Having known the Prestogeorge family our entire lives, from their home in Monroeville 40 years ago, to the present, and being best friends with Stan, Chris, and Ted, all that flood back to me are the great memories. Stan, Chris, and Ted are terrific and wonderful people. And as they say, the acorns don't fall far from the tree.
Mr. Prestogeorge was one of those rare people where if you came into the room in a sour mood, you left with a smile on your face. His personality, warmth, and the true way in which he cared about people is something I will never forget.
M Concannon
August 4, 2010
We'll miss his smile when we get our coffee....
Blackridge Customer
August 3, 2010
My favorite moment in the day is early in the morning when I make my first French press of coffee, freshly roasted beans from Prestogeorge, of course. No other coffee in the world can surpass that from John's fine establishment. I look forward to my twice-monthly stops into the shop to replenish, sometimes being waited on by Mr. Prestogeorge himself. What a wonderful man, he will be missed by us all.
Matt F
August 3, 2010
I was only a customer, but it was plain to me that Mr. Prestogeorge was a great salesman, a great businessman, and most importantly, just a really good human being. I'm going to miss seeing him across the coffee counter Saturday mornings, and I know his family will miss him very much, too. My condolences go out to them and to everyone who had the fortune of meeting Mr. Prestogeorge.
August 2, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. P was such a special person and we will miss his smile.
John and Rina Edwards and family
Gussie Boss
August 2, 2010
My father-in-law discovered John in the Miracle mile by following the smell of roasting peanuts. In those early days he had a peanut roaster outside the store. We bought coffee beans from John as long as he was in the Mile and followed him to Greengate for as long as we could. He always remembered what coffee blend we wanted. I have often thought of him since those days.
Stacy Wood
August 2, 2010
Prestogeorge Family,
My husband and I send our sympathy for the loss of such a special person. We always came into the store and looked forward to be taken care of by Mr. Prestogeorge. Such a sweet pleasant man who introduced us to so many amazing coffees including J.P. Hearty. He remined me so much of my pap pap who was a wonderful caring man as well. Cherish the memories. God Bless
Bill & Laura Welsh
August 2, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. As long time customers we always looked forward to John's smiling face and warm greeting. He made us feel like he knew us. The only thing better than the coffee was, talking to John. He always took time to explain how we could have our "J.P. Hearty" blended to suit us.....more Sumatra, or more Vienna. His blend is the best. Seeing his photo brought tears to our eyes. We can still hear him say, "It's our #1 best seller." J.P. will always be #1 with us. We will toast him with every cup we enjoy.
Chris & Celia Vuich
August 2, 2010
We will miss John's kind smile and gentle nature at Prestogeorge. May his memory be eternal.
Becky
August 2, 2010
Every Thanksgiving it has been a tradition to stop in with out of town relatives and see Mr. Prestogeorge and get a delish cup of coffee and a bag of his Holiday Blend. He will be missed by all.
Jill Gillen McKenna
August 2, 2010
We are so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. Mr. Prestogeorge was one of the first people to make us feel welcome when I took my son on his first visit to Pittsburgh several years ago. His warmth and enthusiasm colored our entire journey. May he rest in peace.
Leslie Oldfield and Family
August 2, 2010
To the Prestogeorge family,
My memories go back nearly 40 years to that house down the street, to the backyard parties (he never minded if you crashed but instead was happy to see you, even if you were only Stan’s friend’s little sister), and later, seeing him now and then at the store, it didn’t matter how many years it had been, or if he didn’t exactly remember which sister I was, he was at all times welcoming and friendly, and genuinely happy to talk. He was a kind and sweet man, and he will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.
The Kaminskis
August 2, 2010
We will miss his sweet smile Face @ Prestogeorge. He seem to always enjoy helping people, which is missing in today's world.
Michelle Kotsagrelos
August 2, 2010
May his Memory be Eternal!
Paul Weber
August 2, 2010
Wonderful store, wonderful product, wonderful man! Always enjoyed talking to Mr. Prestogeorge. So sorry for your loss, but please take comfort in the positive way he touched others.
Bob
August 2, 2010
I am only a longtime customer of the store, but I always looked forward to seeing Mr. Prestogeorge. He was a kind gentleman. You were lucky to have him as your Father.
Mary Battista
August 1, 2010
To the Family of John,
So sorry for your loss.
What a "GREAT MAN"! My husband and I always talked with him and never went to Strip District without stopping to buy tea and coffee.
He and his sweet "Smile" will be truly missed by all.
The Battista's
Paul and MaryMargot Buonarosa
August 1, 2010
Dear Christine and Family,
Paul and I are so sorry to hear of John,s passing. We are so glad that we were able to see you both @ Nick and Tootie's 50th Anniversary.
We will keep you and the family in our daily prayers @ this very difficult time
Nick Sfanos
August 1, 2010
Dear Prestogeorge Family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Prestogeorge. He will always be known and remembered for his dedication to Ypapanti. I will remember the grace and humble manner in which he carried himself. A role model by which all members of Ypapanti can follow to keep our church the truly special place it is. My sympathies to the entire family.
Nick Sfanos
August 1, 2010
Dear Prestogeorge Family,
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Prestogeorge. I will always remember the eloquent and humble manner in which he carried himself. He will always be known and remembered as one of those special people that make Ypapanti such a great community. My sympathies to all of the Prestogeorge family.
Nick Sfanos
Eric M
August 1, 2010
RIP Mr. J.P.
You were always with a kind smile and genuine desire to help people.
You will be missed.
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