Samuel J. Nania

Samuel J. Nania, of Monroeville, peacefully passed Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, at the age of 83. Samuel was the devoted husband of Concetta "Connie" (Cervi) Nania for 63 wonderful years. He was the loving father of Samuel J. (Robin) Nania Jr., Jeffrey (Linda) Nania and Anthony L. (Renee) Nania. He was the proud grandfather of Tara Nania and Brianna (Jeremy) Dawson; and great-grandfather of Ava Dawson, Alayna Dawson and Amira Dawson. Samuel is also survived by his brother, Nicholas J. (Joan) Nania Jr.; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in passing by his parents, Anna Marie (Mammarelli) and Nicholas Nania Sr. Samuel worked as a security guard at Allegheny General Hospital for 28 years. He was big on physical fitness and worked at the PA Athletic Club for 28 years. He loved to ride his bike and was an avid runner who completed 12 marathons. He was a Lay Minister at St. Colman Church in Turtle Creek and volunteered at the food bank. Samuel also loved classic cars. Above all, his greatest joy was his family. He will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Family and friends are welcome from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 at the ALFIERI FUNEAL HOME INC., 201 Marguerite Ave., Wilmerding, PA 15148, 412-824-4332. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Colman Catholic Church, Turtle Creek. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.