John J. Gmiter Funeral Home, Ltd

Benedict (Big Ben) J. Savinis

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Official Obituary of

Benedict (Big Ben) J. Savinis

January 9, 1924 ~ November 28, 2024 (age 100) 100 Years Old

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Benedict (Big Ben) Savinis Obituary

Big Ben was a special man (WWII Veteran) who lead a wonderful life. He died at the age of 100 at his home surrounded by family and friends. Those who loved him, say an "Our Father" in his memory. Friends received at the John J. Gmiter Funeral Home, 119 South 15th Street, South Side on Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 12-8 pm. Funeral prayer on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 9 am. Mass of Christian Burial in Mary Queen of Peace Parish, St. Adalbert Church on Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10 am.

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Visitation

Sunday
December 1, 2024
12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
John J. Gmiter Funeral Home, Ltd
119 S Fifteenth St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Funeral Prayer

Monday
December 2, 2024
9:00 AM
John J. Gmiter Funeral Home, Ltd
119 S Fifteenth St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Mass of Christian Burial

Monday
December 2, 2024
10:00 AM
Saint Adalbert Church

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