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Peter G. "Peppy" Kosanovich

September 30, 1947 - February 20, 2019

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Obituary For Peter G. "Peppy" Kosanovich

September 30, 1947 - February 20, 2019

Kosanovich, Peter G. "Peppy", age 71, of Jefferson Hills, formerly of South Side, on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at home peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Beloved husband of Luba "Lou" (Szestak) for over 44 years; loving father of Peter J. (Kara) and Shawn (Holly) Kosanovich; grandfather of Caitlin, Meka, Mila and Michael; son of the late Peppy and Meka Kosanovich; brother of Phyllis (Terry) Kulics. Also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews. Former employee of J&L/LTV Steel Pittsburgh Works, a member of HTC Men's Club, American Serbian Club, and a longtime member of Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral. Peppy graduated from California University of Pa with a Bachelors degree in Education. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Sunday, February 24, 2019 from 12-8 p.m. and Monday morning in Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral from 10:00 until the time of his Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Pomen Service Sunday at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Cathedral, 450 Maxwell Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Please accept our deepest sympathy Shawn, Holly and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

  • December 11, 2019

    So sorry to hear of Peppy's passing. We enjoyed fond memories with Peppy and Lou at social gatherings. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. May his memory be eternal. Lou and Irene Anetakis

  • December 11, 2019

    I said out loud " Oh no - Not Peppy !!!" Like others my heart aches. My next trip to Pittsburgh I wanted to see Peppy. Another instance where I should have gone back to visit. Phi my heart goes out to you, Winnie & Peppy's family. I am having difficulty finding the words to say how saddened I am. Just know that there is love & prayers headed your way from Oklahoma.

  • December 11, 2019

    My heart is broken, to my big cousin,growing up together was so much fun,with your mom's love,and our crazy family. Love to Luba and the boys. Cousin Susie

  • December 11, 2019

    Dear Phyllis and Terry, Marie and I send our sincere condolences for your loss. I remember Peppy as a very happy person with a tremendous personality. He was unique, genuine and devoted to his family and friends. God Bless his soul, memories forever. Love Mitch and Marie

  • December 11, 2019

    Dear Lu: I was shocked to hear of Peppy's death. He always made me feel comfortable at any or our outings at Zen's. I know what you are and will be going through. If there is any way i can help you get through this, please call. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. Gerry (Linda's aunt)

  • December 11, 2019

    â??Oh No!â?? I said out loud when I read notice on Facebook and now, tears are pouring down, thinking about our big loss and how he always made everyone laugh at the picnics or club with his teasing and jokes! Oh, will we miss him, but how happy +Jules, my +Gus and the South Side Pittsburgh +gang will be. I can just see the old Bingo ladies being in their Glory, rushing him to welcome him....... oh Memory Eternal to one great guy! He was so proud of his grandchildren! Peppyâ??s here! Always with us! https://babamim.com/pittsburgh_steel_history__karajlovich_family

  • December 11, 2019

    My heart goes to Peppyâ??s family. It it very sad news news here hear, indeed! Peppy embodied the spirit of us Pittsburgh Serbs! We grew up in the heart of the â??Steel Town,â?? Pittsburgh, Pa! 3rd Generation steelworkers, the same college, and of course St George Serbian Orthrodox in South Side Pgh Pennsylvan-I-A, where I get pay! Peppy will live on in spirit forever! God bless you, my brother! With all my heart felt love! Pete â??the Serbâ?? Mamula

  • December 11, 2019

    My deepest sympathies to all who knew and loved Peppy. Iâ??ll always remember him for his kind spirit and willingness to be a friend to everyone who crossed his path. Healing prayers for Phyllis, his wife and children.

  • December 11, 2019

    So sorry to hear of Peppyâ??s passing. A great guy and good friend. My condolences to his family. Rich Heil. In South Carolina

  • December 11, 2019

    Dear Shawn, Holly and family - Lou and I are so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing, and our hearts go out to each of you. Your dad left you with wonderful memories, and you now have your very own guardian angel watching over you. God bless..... Love, Lou and Franny

  • December 11, 2019

    My heart is broken to hear of Peppyâ??s death. He was a great and kind man. My love and condolences to his wife, children, sister and entire family. We are all better for having known this special person.

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