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Carl L. Cantella

July 02, 1933 - February 15, 2017

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Obituary For Carl L. Cantella

July 2, 1933 - February 15, 2017

Cantella, Carl L. Age 83, of Bethel Park, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family, on Wednesday, February 15, 2017.

Born in the North Side in 1933 to Carmelo and Lorenza ( Avampato) Cantella. In 1956, Carl married Virginia Donalies, who preceded him in death after 42 years of happiness, in 1998. Carl is survived by his very dear sweetheart, Peggy Gannon, who brought him great joy in his later years, and by his children Deborah (Thomas) Phillips, Robert Cantella, Linda (Andrew) White, Denise (Norman) Gatz and Karen (John) Buchino. He was the proud grandfather of Andrew (Sara) White, Jr., Daniel (Kristen) White, Anthony Amrhein, Christa (Evan) Haughey, Amanda (Casey) Durham, Michael (Sarah) Cantella, Joshua (Catherine) Cantella, Jennifer Cantella, Thomas Phillips, Dylan Buchino, Heather Buchino and Tyler Gatz and great-grandfather of Tyler White, Noah White, Addyson White, Jocilyn White and Eli White. Carl is also survived by his sister Santa (Rege) Hubert. Carl was also preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Michael (Ann), John (Margaret), Charles (Antinita) and Lorenzo and his sisters Josephine (Frank) Balestrieri, Mary Cantella, Angeline (Harry) Hattal and Mary (Philip) Costa. Carl proudly served as a Corporal in the United States Army during the Korean War, after which he worked for Westinghouse as an engineer for over 30 years, and was the finance officer of American Legion Post 725, and of the South Side Hilltop Memorial Day Committee. He also served at daily masses at Saint Valentine Catholic Church as an altar server and Eucharistic Minister, worked with bereavement ministry and communion services for the homebound, and delivered Meals on Wheels in the South Hills until shortly before his death. In his spare time, Carl enjoyed spending time with his family, bowling, woodworking, and gardening. Carl was deeply loved and will be missed by many. Family and friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227, Friday, February 17, 2017, from 1-8 p.m. and Saturday, February 18, 2017 from 10 until the time of funeral prayer at 11:45 am. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Valentine Catholic Church, 2710 Ohio Street, Bethel Park, Pennsylvania 15102, Saturday at 12:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations in Carl's name to the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association, 104 Persimmon Place, Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania 16066. (Carl's grandson Tyler has this syndrome.)

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  • December 11, 2019

    I've only know Carl for the past year through our Bible study at the Spiritan Center. He was such a nice man with a quiet sense of humor. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this sad time. Carol Slippey

  • December 11, 2019

    Deepest sympathies tony

  • December 11, 2019

    Deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved father. He truly was a special person and heaven has gained a beautiful angel. You have many wonderful memories I am sure. Revisit these memories with family and friends often. Laugh, cry and love all of the treasured moments you have. He is resting in the arms of Jesus now, safe, happy and pain free. God's blessing on all of you.

  • December 11, 2019

    You have my very deepest sympathy.

  • December 11, 2019

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. My greatest memories were the family picnics. After they were over Uncle Carl & Aunt Virginia would let me come over to continue the fun with my cousins!!! Just know Uncle Carl is at peace with all of our ANGELS who passed before him!!! LOVE YOU Marie Wahl and Family