ANGELO S. RUNCO

Thinking of all on this anniversary of Angelo's passing. He was an amazing man and I am sure you still miss him greatly. Chris:)

You left important and beautiful indelible marks on the hearts of many with your kindness. Thank you RIP

Thinking of you all on the anniversary of your dad. What a wonderful man and how lucky the world was to have him for the 88 years he spent with us.

...a great man with a gentle soul and a big bustling family. Loved him.
-Mike Epps

Carol
School days blend but special friends and the memories we have with them have a strong hold on our hearts forever.
We share those kind of bonds and I want you and your brothers to know how deeply sorry Rick and I are over the loss of your dad.
We were away at the time and unable to pay our respects.
I was moved by the stories of your dad making house calls at all hours. I remember as a child him coming to our house too.
One call I will never forget though was the one you made Carol, to your dad well after midnight when all of the girls were having a mini reunion at our friend Tina Adreon's house.
While we where busy yacking inside for hours,
the snow was busy piling up outside in inches.
Your dad came out in that snowstorm and drove each and every one of us home, making sure we were all safe and sound that night.XOXO.He sure was a one Special Dad and I will miss him for many reasons.

With love to you all and
Respect to the families always,

Peggy Spangler

Theresa, Tony, Sammy,
The Runcos and Balsamicos shared cousins and compes and a love for each other in a quiet just kind of knowing way for many years.
Rick and I were away when Dr. Runco passed away and unable to pay our respects at the time.
Please know we are truely sorry and share in your loss and grief.
"Ange" as my dad would call him was wonderful to everyone in my entire family-----my grandparents, parents,
brothers, aunts, uncles, cousins and me and we all loved him and appreciated him very much. We will miss him very much.

With love to you all and
Respect to the families always,

Peggy Anne Spangler

The Runco family... three words that mean so much to me.
Time stood still for me yesterday as I learned the news of Dr. Runco's passing.
Thank you Mrs. Runco for making sure I knew.
As you talked and I listened I was reminded of just how many layers and levels of connections our families have shared through the years.
In that moment and now I am washed over with emotion thinking of Dr. Runco and you, his passing, and our families.
My heart feels sadness as I share in your family's loss,sorrow as I realize this very special man is no longer with us here on earth, hope as I am uplifted by the faith that we share, and after great reflection joy in the knowledge of God's promise of Eternal Life and his master plan that one day we will all be together again.
Rick and I were away at the time and unable to pay our respects. Please know how deeply sorry we are.
Dr. Angelo S. Runco will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
My wish for the Runco family is that your hearts can be lightened knowing that your grief is shared by many.

With love to you all and
Respect to the families always,
Peggy Balsamico Spangler

Dr. Runco was the best! I remember many house calls he made to our house to check on my sisters and me. He was the most gentle and patient doctor. I remember him speaking to my mom in Italian and even then he conveyed the same wonderful compassion and warmth. I sought him out to care for our children but he referred me to a practice very close to our home because he
knew the distance to his office would be
too great in an emergency. I saw him several years ago at the Opera and he easily remembered our family, inquiring about each of us, by name!
I have a daughter in medical school who is
considering pediatrics and I often tell her about my experiences with Dr. Runco. He has
left a wonderful mark on the world. Now may he rest in well deserved peace.

I extend my sympathy to the family of Dr. Runco, who was the best pediatrician in the entire world. My daughter is now 26 years old, and I remember having to call him at 2: am when she was just 3 months old. He was so patient and kind. He treated me like a family member. There will never be someone as wonderful as Dr. Runco.

How lucky we were that Dr. Runco was rounding on newborns at Shadyside Hospital the day our son was born in 1998! Our baby appeared to be perfectly healthy, but Dr. Runco patiently and persistently listened to my son's chest while our little one wailed loudly and refused to lie still. Finally, Dr. Runco declared he heard a "squeak" in our son's heart and called a fetal/neonatal cardiologist friend from AGH to call on us later that day. Dr. Runco's complete focus on fully examining our son provided the proper frame for recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of the heart-failure related problems that were soon to arise. A cardiologist at Children's Hospital, who was impressed that such a subtle sign would be detected on a standard newborn exam, was not surprised when he heard Dr. Runco was the doctor who made the initial discovery. The cardiologist explained that Dr. Runco had a special interest in cardiology and that he could actually be a cardiology specialist, should he choose to be.
Many thanks to Dr. Runco's family for allowing him to, so generously and completely, share his gifts to care for God's children here on Earth. As we enjoy the company of our now 16 year old son, we offer our condolences and prayers for your comfort on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend.

I extend my love and sympathy to the Runco family upon the death, of Ange, Dr. Runco, our next door neighbor and our children's pediatrician. I always felt so secure about my children's health having Ange as both my pediatrician and neighbor. I knew he would be over quickly if needed. His house calls brought a sense of calm over everything. From our vantage as next door neighbors, we saw his comings and goings from long hours at his practice and hospitals. His morning call hour was a part of of his long day where he gave anxious mothers even more of his time. As our chlldren are now grown, we will miss him deeply as our neighbor, meeting outside as we take out the trash on Sunday nights or while walking our dogs. He has been an important fixture on our street, and will be sorely missed.

Dear Runco Family:
Dr. Runco was a wonderful pediatrician. Even though it has been many a year since he was my doctor, I have good memories of his taking excellent care of me. My mother sang praises about him as a pediatrician. I consider myself very lucky to have been one of his patients. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Dear Runco Family,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Runco and sharing in your sadness as I learn of this news just this morning.
Dr. Runco was without question the gold standard when it came to pediatric care for my 3 children. I continue to refer to him, his incredibly kind nature and his unique and personal attention to his patients to this day. There was no one like him when it came to the care of children. How he connected with parents and patients was beyond remarkable. From my first experience as a new mother through the birth of 3 children, he aided in moving them into a healthy young adulthood and was always there for us. I especially appreciated the fact that if needed, I could call Dr. Runco personally everyday!

We enjoyed so many conversations not only regarding my children's health but on our extended families, gardening and education. I truly felt he was a part of our family with an honest and heartfelt connection with each encounter.

I still keep a note he wrote to me after the birth of our last child, Nina. After delivery, I needed to have a minor surgical procedure so I was not available to see him when he came to examine her. The note said: "Mrs. Scolieri-Wonderful job....Nina is healthy and absolutely perfect in everyway". The comfort and compassion in those words was truly moving....I have it in my daughter's keepsake box to this day!

His memory will continue to live on in ours and our children's lives......our heartfelt sympathies to each of you,

The Scolieri Family,
Philip, Margaret, Paul, Alexandra and Nina

Our condolences to the family, he was such a great doctor and person he will be missed.

The Flamm family.

My condolence to the Runco family he will be missed by many. Great doctor and person.


Toni Williams

Dr Runco was a huge part of every city childs life---he was a wonderful Doctor...so gentle and caring...as a child I was sick alot and spent alot of time in his office...and the first thing I remembered when my mom told me he past was the smell in his office and the suckers we got when done. To the Runco family God gain an Angel... he will being caring for all the little ones in heaven now for sure. He will be remember by so many. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!

Dr Runco made one of his famous house calls over 50 yrs ago and saved my baby sister's life. He diagnosed a tumor that turned out to be cancer. Years later when I had children of my own there was no one else I would have as their pediatricuan. He had a special talent for calming new mothers.. Dr Runco was an incredible pediatrician and a wonderful man. I will never forget him. My sincere sympathies to his family.

Dr. Runco was my family's pediatrician. I remember him speaking Italian to my mom and making house calls. He was helpful and comforting to so many young immigrant Italian mothers. He was also the pediatrician for my two sons (now ages 12 and 21). He was wise, kind and extremely patient. He saw us through many difficulties and milestones. He was truly an extraordinary man and he will be missed by all of us. Our condolences to his family.

Mrs. Runco and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Runco. He was our children's pediatrician from infancy to Dr. Runco's days at Pittsburgh Peds. Dr. Runco was always available either in his office or by phone anytime day or night. He was the most amazing Doctor. He had a deep understanding of medicine and a soothing approach which helped to calm new parents.
We have lost a great man. My family is grateful for this wonderful doctor and so are all of his patients and their families.
Our Heartfelt Sympathy.

A great man with a great family. He was always very good to me and our crazy group of college friends. On a lighter note: he once told me that it was ok to eat a McDonalds meal every once in a while...

God Bless,
Mike Epps

I will always be grateful to Dr. Runco for the way he cared for my mother in law's 5 children, the way he cared for mine and reassured me as a nursing mom with a baby who didn't want to cooperate, and the great job he did "training up" all those Dr's at Pittsburgh Peds. He was truly a special man

So sorry for your Family's Loss. Dr Runco was a wonderful man and a very wise Doctor. I worked with him at Shadyside Hospital newborn nursery , he always took time to teach new nurses. Dr Runco took care of both my Son and Daughter after delivery. He will be greatly missed. My Sympathies to Marge and Family

Dr. Runco was the best!!!!!!! He was my daughter Christine's Pediatrician for eighteen years. The only person in the whole world that could call my daughter Chrissy or Chris!!!!!!! And only because he was the most wonderful doctor ever. We have wonderful memories of how Dr. Runco helped us through the very very trying colic newborn issues and so much more!!!!!

Thank you Dr. Runco

Our deepest sympathies to his family.

I was saddened to hear of Dr. Runco's passing. He took wonderful care of my daughter no matter what time of the day or night. I remember as a new mother he told me to relax and let him worry about everything. Amazing and kind man. So many families will always remember you.

Thank you Dr. Runco for being my pediatrician, friend and inspiration. I start my pediatrics residency next year. I will never forget you.

I was so sad to hear of Dr. Runco's passing. He took care of my sisters and I when we were little girls and then he took care of my daughters for many years. There couldn't have been a better pediatrician! He will truly be missed.

Dear Marge, My deepest sympathy to you in the passing of your husband. When I saw his picture in the paper it brought back so many memories of the many dances I had with the doctor at Arthur Murray's practicing our steps. His picture reminds me of the same Dr.Runco of the old Arthur Murray days so long ago. With love and best wishes and my deepest sympathy. Dolly Michler

Dr. Runco and Marjorie raised a wonderful family. Dr. Runco kept his sense of humor when it came time to tell healthy 19 year-olds that they needed another doctor. He was the best! Nancy Flaherty Beck

Our family, the Carlino's, send our condolences to Dr. Runco's family. He will truly be missed as one of the greatest pediatrician's in the Pittsburgh area. His name was always brought up in our family through the years with his expertise. He was my pediatrician, and I made sure to send my three children there too and knew they were getting excellent care with his gentle and calming demeanor. Thank you for all the wonderful years as our pediatrian. Dr. Runco will truly be missed and will never be forgotten.

To the Runco family,
We were beyond shocked & very sad to read about the passing of OUR Dr.Runco. He and Mrs.Runco used to attend mass at Immaculate Conception Church and everytime we saw him we'd give him a BIG HUG, partly because we've known him all our life and partly because we truly loved him! He was the perfect doctor here on earth and now heaven has the perfect doctor!
Riposino in pace.
Sandy Colaizzi & family

"Dr. Andy" as my siblings and I fondly referred to him was a wonderful doctor and being the oldest remember his gentleness with my younger siblings. He was always there to help our parents and helped them get my sister diagnosed and treatment for cerebral palsy. I even remember him making house calls when my Mom couldn't get us to the office. A truly wonderful, dedicated man. RIP

The only pediatrician my parents trusted with all of their children, such a great doctor. I am so sorry for the family's loss. You all are in my prayers.

The Falcione Family was saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Angelo Runco. My husband and I admired his competent and excellent care he provided for our five children, Julia, Steven, Linda, Sandra and Barbara. He is fondly remembered by my adult children as their doctor. Thank you Dr. Runco for the great love and care you gave to my children and to all children.
Rest in Peace! Forever loved never forgotten!
Anna Falcione
Bloomfield

I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. I enjoyed many a Sunday dinner listening to his great stories surrounded by his fabulous family. Condolences to all.

The Drodge family sends their condolences to the Runco family. Angelo Runco was a great man/ docter.

Runco Family,

Words can't express the loss I feel in the passing of Dr. Runco.

Not only do I remember being young with chicken pox, along with my brother and he made house calls. All the visits my mother would take us along with my sister on a bus to his office.

Than myself and my husband taking our three daughters to him.

Than my granddaughter had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Runco at Pgh Peds.

I just saw him last year, and he looked fantastic .

Dr. Runco will be truly missed.

Dr. Runco delievered me and my sisters. We were the 1st Triplets born in Bloomfield Pa..So if wasnt for him I would not be here!RIP DR Runco..I will never forget you..My sympathy to the family..He was a great Doctor.
Love Michele Popinski Bennett

My sympathy. K Huth

To The Runco Family:

Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Dr. Runco. As a child, he was my pediatrician and many years later, I got to work with him at Pittsburgh Pediatrics which to me was an honor. He was a wonderful physician, well loved by all of those whose lives he touched and treated. Please know that all of you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Dr. Runco was always just a super human being! I reflect now on just how easy going and tolerant he was of the antics of his children and his children's friends, that's a lot of kids running around all of the time! He was also very kind and generous. I reflect especially and most warmly on the many trips I was a part of with Mark Runco, my brother Pete and any other rug rat who tagged along to go to "The Land" to ride motorcycles off road in Butler, PA. I always enjoyed sitting up front in "the shot gun" position in the car and chatting with Dr. Runco for the hour ride out & back. I am sure he is in good hands by God! My sincerest & heartfelt condolence to the Runco Family and anyone whose life he touched

Dear Runco Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.You are in our prayers.
Mary and Mike Mariani

Beloved Friend & Neighbor,
You are with the angels.
Rest in Peace,
Kind and Gentle Servant.
Love and Condolences ~
~ Elaine

When my child was born he had what looked like a thick skin tag atop his head. The doctor on-call said they will tie it off at the scalp and it will drop off in a few weeks. I told him not to do anything until our Dr. Runco examines the baby. Thank God for Dr. Runco. He was a wise wise doctor. He came in to my hospital room after the examination and sat on the side of the bed, and explained to us, that this wasn't an ordinary skin tag. He right away ordered an MRI of the brain and soon after he came in with the results and told me my newborn had to have neurosurgery. It was a tumor that had ruptured partly during childbirth thru the soft spot of the skull. The neurosurgeon said that Dr. Runco saved my son this type of invasive tumor. He said if the skull would have closed over this tumor it would have continued to grow downward into the brain, and we wouldn't have known it was there until the baby would have some deficits and symptoms. Today I could say my son is a healthy 25 year old who is a graduate of Penn State and is an engineer today.
We owe so much to this gentle man. A man from Whom God sent to protect and keep his children healthy.

God Blessed us for having him. My prayers go out to his family.

Dr Runco was pediatrician to both my daughters, Beth Ann now 54 and Kari-Sue now 44. Both my girls had Dr Runco for their children also. He was a great doctor and a wonderful man. Georgia Marciniak

Dr. Runco truly saved my daughter Ilona Grenzig's life. When she was having a horrible allergic attack, he met us a Children's Hospital and took her in his arms and actually cried. We love him and remain eternally grateful to him. May your family be comforted in the fact that he was loved by all whom he met and his care and friendship were treasured by all. May he rest in peace. Amen.

My Mom had worked at Magee for many years and knew all the good pediatricians. When my daughter's pediatrician, Dr Rita Rosini (recently deceased) retired, I asked Mom who she would recommend and without a hesitation said Dr Runco's name. What a joy he was ! With that winning smile of his I always felt very comfortable in taking my daughter to see him. He always took his time and made my daughter and I both feel at ease. The last time we saw him he filled out her driver's license application papers, looked up at her and said when he had to stand on a stepstool to look into his patient's eyes it was time for them to move on. I felt a wave of sadness knowing he was right. My daughter now is married and with two children of her own. Having been to one of the pediatricians with one of my grandkids they see I found myself hoping someone out there would learn from doctors like Dr Runco - take your time and listen.

God has a new angel with Angelo Runco.

Dr. Runco was my sons' ( now 25, 30) pediatrician. He was wise, calming, funny and helped this new mom feel confidant so I could be a better parent. They wanted to see him until college and did. He was a real treasure and I'm grateful to him. And thanks to his family for sharing him, he took his own call and was so available. Sympathy to all of his family especially his wife Marge whom he spoke so proudly about.

Dr. Runco was so kind to a very young, clueless and anxious new mother - me, 40 years ago. I will never forget his touching demeanor or thoughtfulness. Our world will most surely miss him. Eve Young, Charleston, WV

Dr. Runco was my son's pediatrician over thirty years ago. His knowledge care of children was in a class all its own. The world and Pittsburgh is a far better place having had Dr. Runco. My condolences to his family.
Susan Petrunya

Dr Runco was my pediatrician when I was a child, I then chose him as the pediatrician for my children now 36 and 33.
He was so patient with new moms.
He was truly a treasure.
My sympathies to the Runco family.

My deepest sympathy to Dr. Runco's family he was a wonderful man he truly was the best doctor he touched so many lives I use to enjoy seeing Mr. and Mrs. Runco each week at mass now Dr. Runco has a seat next to Jesus. Rest in peace Doc you will be missed.
Sincerely,

I worked with Dr. Runco as a new RN in the NICU at West Penn. He was respectful of the nurses and listened to us regarding the baby's status and care. He was a kind and gentle soul. It was an honor to work with him.

So sorry to hear of your loss . . . Dr. Runco took care of both of our children when they were born in Magee and again when the one near our house retired. He was a very nice man and a wonderful doctor. Donna Johnson

Dr. Runco was the best Pediatrician there ever was; he was so compassionate and he took care of my two daughters now 39 and 41. You couldn't ask for a kinder person. We'll all miss him.

Dr. Runco was the pediatrician for my two children 50 years ago and I have very fond memories of his care and consideration for my children as they were growing up. He was a skillful and knowledgeable professional and humble to boot! RIP. My condolences to his family.

Dr. Runco was the Pediatrian that examined our son at Maggee Hospital the day after he was born. He found an orange size neuroblastoma tumor in my sons abdomen. My son is 42 years old now, thanks to Dr. Runco. I thank God for Dr. Runco. My heartfelt sympathies to his family.

Dr. Runco was my son's pediatrician over 40 years ago. A wonderful doctor, a fantastic human being. May the memories of the good he did comfort his family in this difficult time.

Dr. Runco was my pediatrician when I was little. He was always so sweet and I used to love getting a prize out of the treasure chest after my appointment. After I had children of my own we would see Dr. Runco at my kids pediatrician . He was truly a great man.

Dr. Runco was a truly wonderful and kind person. He took care of my three children who grew up in Pittsburgh, and I would not have wanted anyone else. He was deeply loved and respected and will be sorely missed. Condolences to his family.

We have thought of and spoken of Dr. Runco many times over the years as we recall our experiences with him as our children's pediatrician.He was a most kind and gentle person as well as a top notch clinician. He was able to calm anxious mothers as well. We were lucky to have him care for our children. Please accept our condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Doctor Runco was the kindest pediatrician a kid could ever have, and a wonderful neighbor. Many times he came to our house in the evening if my little brother or I were sick, and he always told my parents it was never a bother, never any trouble, because he was a doctor and that's what he did. Every Halloween he and his wife dressed as circus clowns to pass out candy from their front porch, and all of us kids, not knowing who they really were behind the makeup and costumes, were amazed that these colorful clowns somehow knew our names. I have many fond memories of him, and offer my deepest sympathies to the Runco family for the passing of a truly wonderful man.

If a man is honest with others and with himself ... If he receives gratefully and gives quietly. If he is gentle to feel and strong enough to show his feelings If he is slow to see the faults of others but quick to discover their goodnessIf he is cheerful in difficult times and modest in success If he does his best to be true to his beliefs THEN he is truly an admirable man. That was my Godfather Dr. Runco.

Dr. Runco was my pediatrician when I was little. I remember he made house calls. I ablieve his office was on Highland Ave. RIP you will always be remembered.

Dr. Runco was a "Great Man". In the late 60's he even made a house call to our row house in Point Breeze and refused to take a nickle from my parents, when he saw us all piled in there like mice. A true Gentleman and a Real Hero. Thank You Doctor Runco, may your Soul Rest in Eternal Peace !

Dr. Runco was my children's Pediatrician many years ago when we lived in Pgh. We just loved him! He was a great doctor & a very kind & gentle man. Our world has lost a good guy. My heart felt sympathy for his entire family. God Bless You All!
Judy Curran O'Donnell

As a nurse at Children's and then parents of 3 in Highland Park, we fondly remember Dr. Runco. He made house calls and personally answered the AM phone hour patiently and wisely. He was a class act in every way as is his family. Our sympathy to his family and community. Sincerely, Gail and Ken Rowles

Dr. Runco was a wonderful doctor for our 2 children, now age 33 and 28. He provided me with many practical advises, taught me to be a relaxed mother and helped me avoid over medication. I believe he had a lot to do with our very healthy and well adjusted children.
Much sympathy to the family. You had a great husband, father and grandfather.

Dr Runco is remembered very fondly in our household as he took care of our children when they were very young. he was a wonderful man please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss