Joseph F. Cvitkovic PhD.

Dr. Joe helped me tremendously about 10 years during a rough time. I only learned of his passing as I was looking him up to reconnect with him. So sorry I missed this and so sorry for the families loss. He was truly one of the most caring and genuine people I've ever known. I still often reflect on stories he told me as I'm going though life.

I just learned of Dr. Joe’s passing. You have my deepest condolences. He was so special, and simply put, he saved my life. I will be forever grateful to him. May he Rest In Peace, and may his goodness and light shine on in those he touched.

I just learned of Dr. Joe’s passing. You have my deepest condolences. He was so special, and simply put, he saved my life. I will be forever grateful to him. May he Rest In Peace, and may his goodness and light shine on in those he touched.

I knew Joe since a young age, and I only just tonight learned of his passing :( Rest in Peace and know that your hard work paid off!

I just learned of Joe's death today 10/03/2019.

The memories of our adolescent friendship flowed flawlessly into
Our adult years. On multiple occasions Joe contacted and visited me
in Washington DC on his professional conferences.

Joe had a goodness and intelligence that did more than strike my heart, they struck my Soul! Rest In Peace, my friend.

I just learned of Dr. Joe's passing. Words cannot describe the respect and appreciation that I have for this man. Although our relationship was technically a Dr./patient, he was so much more to me. A mentor, a voice of reasoning, a business advisor, a person that I truly admired. Although I'm confident that he knew, I wish I had the opportunity to thank him for all of the wisdom, kindness, humor, and tools that he has provided to me over the years. Such a legacy. Such a special person.

Thank you Dr. Joe, your lessons are life-long.

My sincere condolences to his family. He will be missed, but never forgotten.

Dr. Joe was always warm and compassionate when ever we would talk, never judgmental or negative. I will never forget his words to me - "we are always a work in progress". I will greatly miss our times together and my condolences to his family for such an unexpected loss of such a wonderful man. Thank you Dr. Joe.

Joe was such an excellent psychologist and always helpful to his colleagues. I was so saddened to hear of his recent death. What a
great loss to his family, his friends and to his community. As a friend and colleague, I will sorely miss his wisdom, his kind sense of humor and his friendship.

I met Joe in the late 70's and saw him at intervals in the 80's and 90's. He provided important support and guidance at times when I was most troubled.

We had not been in contact for many years,but he came to mind often over those years. He was a good man and a very good counselor. He sits in a special place in my heart.

I just learned today about Joe's recent passing. I just began to see him this past spring, professionally, and was developing a new and personal counseling relationship with him. I knew something had to be wrong when I arrived for my latest appointment the first week of September to find the Emergency sign on the door and no call from him- he always called if an appointment change was necessary. I was truly a blessed man to have been in Dr. Joe's company for the time I knew him. I knew we had more work to do but will savor his wise words and suggestions for they were subtly helpful. Blessings to your family and know that he was truly loved by many.

My sympathies to the family I was deeply saddened and shocked to read of Dr. Joe's passing. He helped me through a tremendous period of loss and I will forever remember him and all of the kind, Sage, advice he gave me. His words were golden. Rest In Peace Dr. Joe!

I'm saddened to hear of Dr. Joe's passing. He helped me more than words ever can really express. He had a natural kindness about him that made me feel comfortable talking to him and the advice that he gave was never judgmental. He helped me make sense out of the things in life that don't always make much sense. He was a light in this world and will be missed.

I just saw this today, and am beyond shocked and saddened. My heartfelt condolences to Dr. Joe's family and friendsI know how lovingly he always spoke of his family, and I cannot imagine the loss that they are experiencing. What an incredible light and guide he was to so many!!! In a word, irreplaceable. As a friend of mine, and fellow patient of his said when I gave her the devastating news of his passing, He left us in the right direction. Up to us from here. So, thank you for all you gave to so many, Dr. Joe. You truly changed my life, and I'm sure countless others, and your wisdom, wit, and light will be so greatly missed. In sympathy, Tracey Kail

Memories are the Best Legacy one leaves behind. I know we will all cherish our Joe memories. RIP Joe

I came to Dr. Cvitkovic a broken woman. He was my friend and mentor for 12 years. Without him I would not have been able to rebuild my life. Today I remember our talks and more than once I wrote down the critical things he said to me. I hope we will see each other again someday.

Nancy and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Joe was a great man! I worked with him for 8 years at Jefferson, he was easy to work for and so kind. I will forever remember his apron he used to wear while handing out trays for our holiday meal at the hospital...his apron was monogrammed with Ho Ho Joe. I will miss his smiling face and the thumbs up sign he always gave.

Thoughts and prayers to Nancy and Family.. Rest In Peace Joe.

Prayerful support to you. I'm so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. We would see one another at the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis gatherings as well as at the PA Psychological Association conventions. Joe did lots of good work quietly behind the scenes. Like you, I will miss him. Peace and good health to family and friends.

Joe Cvitkovic, the most authentic person you could hope to meet. You lived life, Joe. You and Nancy were beautiful together. Words cannot express the loss felt by those of us that were fortunate enough to know you. Pax te cum.

Our condolences to family members Sylvon & Paul McCarthy and Sarah & Marcus McBrien on the loss of a beloved brother & uncle.
-Dana & Lora McBrien

I was a patient of Dr. Cvitkovic and he helped me through a very difficult time in my life. He was a very caring man. Sending my deepest sympathy to the family.

I am so sorry for your loss. Just wanted the family to know what a nice person Joe was. I worked at Jefferson and he always treated me with respect and kindness.

Dr. Joe was an amazing person. I only knew him as my doctor, but he has left a life long impression on me. He was patient, kind, caring, intelligent, funny, and just a overall great guy to be around. He truly was a bright light in this often dark world, someone who made everyone else around him better.

You will be missed dearly. Thank you so very much for your help and guidance. You have forever changed my life for the positive and I will never forget you. May you rest in peace good friend.

I was deeply sadden to hear about Dr. Joe's passing. I was a patient for his for almost twenty years. No one had the expertise in the way he taught you cognitive therapy. What a huge loss to all the patients who loved him.

Condolences go out to family and friends. He was a great doctor!

I've known Joe a long time and am saddened by his unexpected passing. Deepest Sympathy to his family and friends. We worked together briefly in 2012. We shared a strong interest in our Croatian ancestry. RIP Joe....your good works will live on.

What a remarkable man that we are honored to have known. One is reminded from a quote by Mother Theresa.

"Be the living expression of God's kindness; kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile."

Joe lived this every day, He lives on in the hearts of so many forever.

Bob Twining

Dear Nancy and family
Joe was my friend and colleague for many years. To me he represents the best that Pittsburgh as a Psychology community has to offer. I feel honored and privileged that you have asked me to speak at his service on Saturday September 14.

RIP Joe, and condolences to the Cvitkovic family.

Dear Nancy and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time.

I will never forget Dr. Joe's kindness and words of wisdom when my world fell apart a few years ago. His help and guidance were instrumental in getting me back on my feet again. He will be missed by many. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Hold on Joe, I'll be late for our next sit down consultation. You are missed heartedly.
Mike Flaherty

Dear Nancy and family.

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Joe. He was my valued friend and dear colleague for my entire professional career. We would visit regularly at St. Francis Hospital,Tambellini's restaurant in S. Side, or after Board meetings for GPPA or meetings at PPA. He always was my co-traveler upon whom my mind and soul could find solace - right up to the end. When he up and left to Europe to help is ancestral brothers and sisters, I stood in awe of a rare, truly great man.
I will miss him, immensely. I share your loss.
Mike Flaherty

Dr. C was a wonderful human being who helped me through a rough time while I was caring for my mother. He will be missed.

The "Best Friend" a friend could have.
May you rest in Peace

Dr. Joe helped me immensely last year when I saw him a few times to help manage stress. An amazing man full of wisdom and a loving heart. I'll never forget him. God bless his family and friends.

My deepest Sympathy at this time for the loss of Husband,Dad,Grandfather Joseph.Keeping you all in prayers.Mrs Cynthia Messes.

Nancy and family, No words can ease your pain. My heart and prayers are with you all. Gracie (Seelman) Micklos

Nancy and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. What a wonderful man. I have fond memories of working under his direction. God bless, Karen Bennett and husband, Earl.

50 years ago, Joe was my hall counselor at IUP. It was evident even back then that he was a patient, compassionate, caring man - even when dealing with a floor full of teenagers. A true good guy. My sympathy to his family and friends.

Anyone who knew Joe was blessed to have him in their life. Joe was my friend, colleague, and we became each other's work spouses. We would leave meetings and immediately talk about why things weren't going to work and how we could do it better. Our days of yoga classes were funny cause we would get sleepy instead of energized. His wisdom, sense of humor, overwhelming concern for others and his story telling plus more made him my gift in life. Joe and I both had great difficulty retiring from something we loved. He counseled me on retiring and then he didn't do it til later. Rest In Peace my friend. I'll always have you in my life with wonderful memories

Had the opportunity to be his neighbor for over 20 years, good man and very friendly. Joe , you will be missed.

Joe was a blessing to so many of us and myself in particular. He was always there for me when I needed him. His capacity for giving seemed boundless. I will miss him greatly.

Deepest condolences to all.
Dorothy McCall Phd

So sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Cvitkovic. He helped me through many challenging times and was a kind, thoughtful, caring man.

Joe was a cherished friend of mine for many years. He will be deeply missed.
Samuel Knapp

Sending all our Love and Prayers to Nancy and Beloved Family.
Joe was the Best the world has to offer. He was a breath of Fresh
Air each time you were in his presence for he acted as if he was meeting you for the first time. His joy, kindness and so much more will live on in
the hearts of his family and all who who were Blessed to know him on this earth. I believe in Heaven and the Best is yet to Come. So,dear
Joe you will be so very missed but this is not Good bye but for now giving your soul to God who made you and praying that Erernal Rest
be granted to you. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

All Our Love
XOXOXO
Jim and Cathy Howe and Family

I loved Dr. Cvitkovic. He was truly a life saver (with a great sense of humor). My deepest sympathy.

Nita Fandray

God Speed Joe.... You were such a joy to work with a fair and honest man. Jodi Dobnak 3SWT

Joe I am going to miss you more than anyone knows. You were so much help for me when I lost Diane and other problems I had.