Dr. Salvatore J Mascari

Dr. Salvatore J Mascari obituary

Dr. Salvatore J Mascari

Salvatore Mascari Obituary

Published by Legacy on Nov. 5, 2025.
Dr. Salvatore J. Mascari
May 16, 1935 - November 2, 2025

Salvatore J Mascari, age 90, of North Hills passed on November 2nd, 2025. Loving father of Natalie (John) Bauer, Sal (Michele) Mascari, and Lisa Mascari; Grandfather of Ashley, Brandon, Rachel, Courtney, Chelsea, and Austin; Great-grandfather of three great grandchildren; brother of Mary Ann Nardina and the late Robert Mascari.

Sal spent his entire adult life in church ministry (Teacher, Director of Religious Education, and Pastoral Associate). Alongside this, he served in hospital ministry for five years at Allegheny General Hospital and three years at Kane. Dr. Mascari completed his undergraduate studies at La Roche College. He continued his education, receiving his Masters Degree in Theology from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 1975, his second Masters degree in Formative Spirituality from Duquesne University in 1983, and later earned his Doctor of Ministry Degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. In 1989 he joined the preaching staff at St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center. He also completed 36 credits towards a Ph.D. in Systematic Theology at Duquesne University. His book, titled, "Jesus said, Love one another" published in 2009. Sal enjoyed visiting Penn State, cooking, and traveling.

A small family viewing and memorial service will be held at Schellhaas Funeral Home followed by a burial at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

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Vince Ornato

November 6, 2025

My heartfelt condolences to family and friends of Sal. I got to know him by attending many retreats at Saint Paul's, looked forward to seeing him there and treasure the many conversations I had with him regarding many things, religious and secular. In particular, his memory of hearing Vincent Van Gogh's nephew speak at CMU stayed with me--the crowd gasped when Theo Van Gogh's son walked on stage as he looked just like Vincent. He gave me much helpful insight regarding my inner life as related to my journey as a professional artist. I have his book. He is always with me. Thank you, Dr. Sal. R.I.P.

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