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David Lance Gannis

July 22, 1960 - April 16, 2024

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Obituary For David Lance Gannis

Age 63, passed peacefully in his sleep, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, formerly of Brentwood.

Survived by his loving spouse of 32 years, Susie Conley; beloved son of Edward and Mae "Corkey" Gannis; brother of Edward J. (Ellan) Gannis, Jr. and Linda (the late Glenn) Pasquini. Also survived by his niece, Ella. David was a graduate of Carnegie Mellon, Class of 1982 and spent his working years as a Mechanical Engineer in the Aerospace Industry. A lifelong member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. David was a kind soul and good friend to anyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from 1-8 p.m Funeral prayer on Wednesday morning at 9:45. Mass of Christian Burial in Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Sylvester Church at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memorials Processing, Memphis, TN 38105.

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  • April 01, 2025

    Kirk Rummelhoff

    I recently learned of Dave's passing (April 2025). My deepest sympathies to Susie and the Gannis family. I played drums in Dave's band "False Pretense" in the early 90's. Dave was a great bandmate and a valued friend. I feely very fortunate that our paths crossed.

  • June 15, 2024

    Donna (Milliron) Miller

    My sympathy to Susie and the Gannis family. Dave was a kind soul and good friend in high school. It still makes me smile thinking about him asking if my Dad still had all those guns. Apparently, my Dad made a lasting impression on him as a young suitor. God Bless. Donna (Milliron) Miller

  • May 01, 2024

    John Comito

    Dave worked for my dad he was a lot fun to be with I had no idea he past so sorry for your loss the Gannis family was and is a great group of people from Brentwood

  • April 29, 2024

    Eddie Bronowicz, Jr.

    My deepest sympathies to Eddie, Corky and to all of the Gannis Family. Respectfully, Eddie Bronowicz, Jr. Cranberry Township, PA

  • April 25, 2024

    Misi Bielich

    I was so sorry to hear of 'Pesky's' passing. He was our paperboy in high school and every day was an adventure. May his memory be an eternal blessing. Misi Bielich-Hillman Street

  • April 23, 2024

    Adrian Zvarych

    Remembering Dave from high school and our CMU days.... Spot on about being one of the kindest people, just great to be around. No doubt he touched and affected many lives along his journey. Warmest thoughts and prayers to his family and those he was closest to. Adrian 'Mac' Zvarych CMU E82....

  • April 23, 2024

    Donna Stine Baize

    Words cannot express my sorrow for the loss of a beautiful person. Dave, I wish we could have caught a Steeler or Pens game at a sports bar like we talked about. I would have loved to meet your wife. You would love the men in my life I always post about. (Hubby, sons and grandsons). I pray that our Lord wraps His arms around your family in comfort and peace. Rest easy my dear, old friend.

  • April 23, 2024

    Elias and Ana Moawad

    Dear Susie, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Dave's family at this difficult time. God Bless. Elias and Ana Moawad.

  • April 21, 2024

    Cathy Ann O’Farrell

    My heart and prayers are with you Uncle Ed, Aunt Corkey, Baby Eddie and Linda. David was taken too soon. Treasure the wonderful memories that David made with all he met. Love, Cathy

  • April 21, 2024

    Nita Cappetta Houston

    Deepest Sympathy to all the Gannis Family. Nita Cappetta Houston

  • April 20, 2024

    Doug Sikora

    Our condolences to Linda, Ed and Corky. Dave was a very good friend thru high school and beyond and always brought a smile to everyone's face. He will be missed!!! Doug Sikora

  • April 19, 2024

    Brian Powell

    Sending prayers and love to David's family in this most difficult time. Being a PIKA Brother was a surprise to me. I was a music major and guys like me didn't usually get rushed. I was honored by the invitation but what I didn't know was that these young men would be in my heart forever. David was a kind and wonderful spirit whose heart always was open to us all. I can hear his laugh and feel his presence as I think about him and how God has called him home. I'm grateful for David's friendship. I will carry it with me always. Brian Powell PIKA/CMU/1981