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Donald V. Petrucci
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Donald Petrucci Obituary
DONALD V.
Age 50, of Carnegie, a talented architect and artist, on Wednesday February 21, 2007. Beloved son of Frank and the late Dorothea Petrucci; loving brother of Gary (Mary Ann) Petrucci, Jan (Ray) Werthmiller, Lynn (John) Sauerbrun and William (Giulia) Petrucci; loving companion of Holly Muno. Cherished uncle of Nicole, Gary, Brian, Lori, Michael, Krista, Andrew and Carola; great-uncle of Anthony and Katie; also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. Visitation Saturday 6-9, Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at WILLIAM SLATER II FUNERAL SERVICE, 1650 Greentree Road, Scott Twp. Funeral Mass in S.S. Simon & Jude Church Monday 10am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family recommends donations to Don's alma mater, Kent State University School of Architecture. "Kaufmania Goes To Europe", c/o KSU Foundation, PO Box 5190, Kent, OH 44242, in honor and memory of Don Petrucci.
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March 14, 2007
sorry for your lost.my prayers are with the family. i didn't know Don but heard a lot of good things about him. Lonna's parents
Patty Gebhard
March 1, 2007
I knew Don back when he just graduated form college. He was such a good and funny guy---a real friend who I will always remember.I just found out today and I'm so sad--he was way too young. God must have needed some new designs in heaven. God bless you Don and your family.--Patty
Krista (Kee) Willhide
March 1, 2007
Don was more then just my uncle he was my friend,role model and a man figure in my life. He lived right down the street from us pretty much all my whole life, my memories fill a life time, that i will someday share with my children in the future. He will always live on.
Patricia Mazzarini
February 28, 2007
The Mazzarini Family in Pittsburgh and Holiday, FL sends their condolences to the Petrucci Family on the passing of Donald. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Roxanne 12th floor. Mercy Hospital
February 27, 2007
To the Petrucci Family, Donald will be missed very much. We shared a lot of time talking about many things at his stay at Mercy Hospital. I will Miss him very much , I lost a knew friend ,I had the pleasure of meeting and knowing as his nurses aide at Mercy Hospital to the friends and family God Bless You All ,you will be in my prayers , I think of Don often sincerely Roxanne 12th fl. Mercy Hospital of Pittsburgh Pa.
Julie Shriver
February 27, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I am so sorry to hear of Don's death. I wish I could have been near Don when he was "Called to Glory". May you find comfort in knowing that through his illness he touched so many lives, which made all who knew him a better person. I know for myself he was an exuberant man that was full of life dispite what his body was doing or not doing for him. I will miss him greatly, yet rejoyce in knowing that he is no longer in pain. GOD Bless you all.
Nicole Mitts (Petrucci)
February 26, 2007
My Uncle Don was one of a kind. He loved his work and everyone around him. He was famous for his jokes and dry sense of humor. He was a fighter and a strong person all the way to the end. He will be greatly missed and we all love him very much. I will always think of him when I watch a Steeler, Penguin, or Pirate game because he loved his sports. Rest in Peace.
SYBIL FORD (MERCY HOSPITAL)
February 26, 2007
DON PETRUCCI WAS AN EXTRAORDINARY MAN. FROM THE FIRST TIME WE MET ON 12 TOWER AT MERCY I WAS AMAZED AT HOW CHEERFUL AND KIND HE WAS DESPITE ALL THAT HE WAS GOING THROUGH. HE WAS TRULY AN INSPIRATION AND ONE COULD NOT HELP BUT TO LOVE HIM AND HIS SPIRIT.
"SEE YOU LATER,ALLIGATOR."
Bob Braithwaite & Family
February 26, 2007
Dear Petrucci Family and Friends, our family is very sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Don. Bob Braithwaite played baseball with Don on the Banksville team and he is very sad to hear of a fellow team mate and friend passing. He wants to send his special condolences for Frank and Gary (coach) and wants them to remember all of the fun experiences they had playing ball. Don will be deeply missed by all. Love, the Braithwaite Family.
Pam Wagner
February 26, 2007
The world has lost one of it's brightest lights. Don was one of the most interesting, talented men I've ever known....and although our paths diverged years ago, he's been in my thoughts very often. God's blessings to his loved ones.
Operating Engineers Local Union #66
February 26, 2007
Condolences from the officers and membership of Operating Engineers Local #66 in the loss of your loved one, Donald.
Lou Dangelico
February 26, 2007
Don was the first friend I ever had in my life. Even though it has been over thirty years since I have seen Don the news of his passing has hit me like a hammer. My condolences to the Petrucci family and may God bless you all.
Terry Dorman
February 25, 2007
To the Petrucci family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. It's been a long time, but some memories are with us forever..Banksville baseball will never be forgotten. Take care,
Terry Dorman
Kate and Wanda 12E Mercy Hospital
February 25, 2007
It was an honor and a privledge to know and care for Don. He was an amazing man who was taken to soon. God bless and our deepest sympathy in this time.
Mike Wayhart
February 25, 2007
I first met Don in our freshman year at Canevin High School in Architectural Drawing and Art class. I remember sketching each other and building house models from our designs. His talent was obvious and he was so funny, always with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye.
I am so sorry for your loss, my heart aches. You have my deepest heartfelt sympathy.
Anna
February 24, 2007
Don .. You thanked me once for sharing my sister with you. I am so grateful that you had Rosanne to comfort you and most especially to pray with you. The bond you shared was from God and I know that you are now at home with Him.
Melanie Mountain
February 24, 2007
We, at Mercy Hospital 12E, are all blessed to have known Don. He was truly courageous during his whole ordeal. When I think of Don, I think of the word "class". Holly and his family was such a great support to him. I think that meant a lot to Don. He'll be looking down on you and smiling. God Bless.
Scott Lukens
February 23, 2007
Don and I had countless good time at Kent State architectural school. We roomed together for three years. Don was a talented architect with an amazing capacity to enjoy life. He made all of our lives much more fun and enjoyable. I will miss his hilarious sense of humor and witty demeanor.
All the Gang from 5A SCI unit UPMC-IRR @ South Side
February 23, 2007
You touched our lives with your courage and grace. Crisis became oppurtunity and hardship became a chance to share your humanity.You shared with us the arts of caring and kindness.
The Lunardini Family
February 23, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Darrell & Amy Thomas
February 23, 2007
Gary and all the Petrucci family. Please accept our deepest sympathies in you time of loss. God be with you all.
Jim Campbell
February 23, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss. We enjoyed working with Don over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Patrick Gilligan
February 23, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kathleen Gerace
February 23, 2007
Everyone on the 12th floor @ Mercy Hosp. loved Don and was touch & inspired by his open heartedness & fighting spirit.
Kathleen Gerace,Chaplain
Mercy Hospital
Mark Schuster
February 23, 2007
Our heartfelt sympathies to the families and friends of Don - and to Holly who provided all of the love and care in the final months. I sincerely hope that the heavens provide Don with an endless canvass where he add his masterpieces for all to see.
Mark and Cindy Schuster and family
Paul Fedorka
February 23, 2007
Donnie was one of the funniest people I've known. One minute he'd frustrate you that you'd want to hit him & the next minute you'd be holding your sides from laughing.
I was his roomate for a short time &
we shared common interests.
I spent time with him and got to know his outlook on life and will carry those memories with me.
He was definitely a lot of fun.
He was taken from us way too soon.
Godspeed Don.
Brenda Stratus
February 23, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Lonna
February 23, 2007
No more pain, you are now an angel who spreads his wings wide to fly. I will miss you my stubborn italian friend, you have taught me more than any classroom ever can ! your loud italian friend...Lonna
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