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Joseph H. Linz

September 21, 1945 - December 31, 2024

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Obituary For Joseph H. Linz

Age 79, of Pleasant Hills, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

Cherished husband of 57 years to Sandy (Lombardi) Linz; doting father of Amy (George) Kotsagrelos, Lisa (Neil) Reno, Anne (Bill) Schlegel and Kimberly (Gene) Cranmer; proud Gaga of Kayla, George, Nick, Ashley and Tony Kotsagrelos, Stephanie and Jessica Moles, and Emily Schlegel and his precious great-granddaughter, Gracie Anne Schlegel; son of the late Joseph and Ann Linz; brother of Janet Hartbauer and the late Joann Koontz. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and their families. He served in the U.S. Army and retired from UPS Beaver Avenue. Joseph's greatest joy in life was his family. He was deeply devoted to his wife, who was his steadfast partner and confidante. He lovingly referred to his daughters as his "four girls," and he took immense pride in each of their lives. He adored his grandchildren, doting on them with a heart full of pride and joy, and his great-granddaughter held a special place in his heart as a bright light in his later years. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Friday, January 3, 2025 from 2-8 p.m. where a blessing service will be held Saturday at noon.

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  • December 30, 2025

    Sandy linz

    My darling husband. Today is one year without you. Tonight on the night you passed i will relive again every step of meeting you, dating, marrying, building our family and home with them . I miss every time we knew our love would never die and now it goes on. Needed to just tell you how much i love you and will never let go of you. I know you are in heaven and i am praying you come for me when it is my time and we are together forever again. I just had to vent and continue loving you.

  • January 06, 2025

    Shelly Barthelemy/Mehrenberg

    Joe and the Linz family lived in my neighborhood when I was young. Nice family..still refer to the house as Linz's! My sympathy to all of Joe's family, especially Janet. May he rest in peace.

  • January 04, 2025

    Jerry Barthelemy

    Joe and I went to St. George School together from 1st through 8th. We were in cub scouts together when his mother was our den mother. Our den meetings held at their home. Not sure if he went to St. George H.S. but he did South Hills where we bother graduated in June of 1963. Wasn't much contact between us after that. I did see and talk with him after he been in the Army. The repaired his speech problem. R.I. P. Joe

  • January 01, 2025

    Lori and Jim

    Joe was one of the very few genuinely nice men I have ever known. Blessings to Sandy and his kids and grands!

  • January 01, 2025

    Anne Schlegel

    My father was my greatest teacher, a man who demonstrated genuine care and respect for everyone he met. He taught me kindness, compassion, and the values that shaped the person I am today. He loved being with family, always making us feel cherished and supported. Even in his pain, he never stopped checking on me, showing his selflessness and unwavering love. While it feels selfish to wish you were still here, I find peace knowing you are free from pain and walking in a place of comfort and joy. Daddy, your love and lessons will forever guide me, and I will miss you more than words can say. Anne

  • January 01, 2025

    Kathy Morus

    Two of my memories of "Joey" are: him dancing at Grandma and Grandpap Linz's 50th anniversary. He bounced down on the floor into a type of split! The other is him having been my partner at Janet's wedding. I didn't know any of the others in the wedding party and was happy that he was my partner. My sympathy to all of you. I will miss my "cuz".

  • December 31, 2024

    Ray & Terry Gross

    We're so very sorry for your loss of such a gentle, loving husband/father/grandfather. We treasure memories of getting to know Joe, and the social times we spent together. Sending all our love and sympathy. Ray & Terry

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