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Bronius "Bruno" Sukys

September 29, 1924 - March 02, 2018

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Obituary For Bronius "Bruno" Sukys

September 29, 1924 - March 2, 2018

Sukys, Bronius (Bruno)

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bronius Sukys, age 93, of Castle Shannon, on Friday, March 2, 2018. Affectionately known as Bruno, he was an expert carpenter who people adored. He battled Parkinson's Disease for more than 30 years, but always pushed through because of his strong will and determination. He emigrated from Lithuania in 1950 and was always so proud of his heritage, which he instilled on his family. He was an active member of the Western Pennsylvania Lithuanian Citizens Society and fully remodeled the former Lithuanian Club on the South Side, which included a beautiful bar that proudly displayed the colors of the Lithuanian flag. He was always present at Pittsburgh Lithuanian events. He loved his vegetable garden, and each year, turned the entire back yard into one large garden that was the envy of all the neighbors. His grandson was the apple of his eye and always by his side. He faithfully attended his grandson's hockey games as well as other sports activities.

Bruno was preceded in death by his father Juozas Sukys, mother, Marcele Sukiene, and sisters Magdelena Zebrauskiene and Liudvika Zvingiliene, all of Lithuania. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Mildred, daughters Dr. Nancy Sukys of Wheeling, WV, and Janet Petrauskas of Pittsburgh, grandson Andrius Petrauskas, also of Pittsburgh, sister Ona Barkauskiene of Lithuania and numerous nieces and nephews, also of Lithuania.

Friends are invited to celebrate his life at a viewing on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 4201 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. Funeral prayer will be held Wednesday March 7, 2018 at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Winifred Church, Mt. Lebanon, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at St. Casimir's Cemetery.

Special thanks to Concordia of the South Hills, especially Elizabeth and Matt, for taking such good care of him. Also thank you to ViaQuest Hospice for their loving care during his final days.

Contributions in his memory may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation or ViaQuest Hospice, 610 Park Ave, Monongahela, PA 15063.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Our deepest sympathies go out to you Dr. Sukys in the loss of your father. Prayers for comfort and strength for your family during this difficult time. Thank the Lord you have had so many wonderful years full of good memories that will always be in your heart.

  • December 11, 2019

    Dearest Mildred, Nancy, Janet and family, So sorry to hear the passing of Bruno. My deepest sympathy. Love and prayers for strength to get you through this difficult time. Love Marsha Paprzycki

  • December 11, 2019

    Dr. Sukys Iâ??m so sorry about the passing of your dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Kerri

  • December 11, 2019

    So sorry to hear of Bruno's passing Bruno was always a gentleman when he came in to order materials and he had the most contagious laugh! a genuine good person he will be missed

  • December 11, 2019

    We are sorry to hear of Bruno's passing. I enjoyed listening to Bruno recall stories of his youth in Europe, while we waited for Helen (Mom) and Millie to be finished with Lithuanian class. He was a talented and gentlemanly strong individual. Our prayers and condolences are offered, and we regret our health prevents us from travelling to the viewing.

  • December 11, 2019

    I am very sorry for the loss of your father, Nancy. Stay strong and keep the faith. Your mother will be needing you more than ever.

  • December 11, 2019

    Nancy and the Sukys family, Our thoughts and prayers have been with you. May God give you comfort and peace during this time. Our love, Bruce and Sheila

  • December 11, 2019

    My deepest sympathy to all the family, I miss looking out my window into that beautiful garden.

  • December 11, 2019

    I wish to extend my deepest condolences to Bruno's family ... Mildred, Janet, and Andrius. Bruno was a beautiful person and a dear friend. We shared many wonderful hours together, where he reminisced about his beloved Lithuania. Farewell, Dear Friend. â?¤ Sending love and prayers.