Obituary for Gerald "Gary" E. Greiner (Guest book)

Message from colleen welsh

September 29, 2016 8:23 AM

I feel very blessed to have known Gary. He was a wonderful kind man. In the time I knew him I realized what a family man he was. I heard stories about his children and about his wife. I heard about trips they took and how much he enjoyed his neighbors. It was no nice to be in an office with him and his pleasant personality. He always made lemonade out of lemons! I will truly miss him

A candle was lit by colleen welsh on September 29, 2016 8:18 AM

Message from Rachel Noak Posset

September 29, 2016 7:34 AM

I recently was fortunate to reconnect with Gary through Facebook. He lived life to the fullest, adored his family and was loved by many. I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to his wife and children. They will be in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace, Gary.

A candle was lit by Rachel Noak Posset, SSC Class of '79 on September 29, 2016 7:25 AM

Message from Alex

September 29, 2016 6:30 AM

I am so sorry to read of Mr. Greiner's passing. I extend my condolences to his wife and the entire family. Psalm 34:18 says: Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit. May you be comforted by his words during your time of bereavement.

A candle was lit by Rachel Posset, SSC Class of '79 on September 29, 2016 5:46 AM

Message from Ken Volberg

September 29, 2016 5:35 AM

From an original South Sider , was shocked to hear of Gary's passing.
When you get news like this it brings back the memories of many years ago.
The Greiner family , my deepest sympathy to all of you. Very sorry for your loss.

Ken Volberg

Message from Larry McKain and Family

September 28, 2016 8:55 PM

Gary was a part of the biggest family in the world - The South Side. He belonged to all of us and was dearly loved. He was always OUR Gary. We are all saddened with the loss of Gary and will keep the entire family in our prayers. It was an honor to know our Gary

A candle was lit by C. Gmiter and Family on September 28, 2016 5:24 PM

Message from Sue Foster

September 28, 2016 12:00 PM

My deepest sympathy to all the Griener's and extended family.

A candle was lit by Sue Foster on September 28, 2016 11:59 AM

A candle was lit by Lucille Jarzynka on September 28, 2016 11:25 AM

A candle was lit by Jim and Sue Raco on September 27, 2016 2:41 PM

A candle was lit by Barb & Tom Godesky on September 27, 2016 2:10 PM

A candle was lit by Jill Sansom, Matt Baker and our children on September 27, 2016 2:02 PM

Message from Caroline Poiche

September 27, 2016 11:58 AM

I had the honor of working with Gary at Apria and UPMC. He was so much fun and a great guy who loved to talk about his family. I am so sad and will be praying for his family. God bless all of you and may Gary rest in peace til we all meet again.

Message from Joseph Hassett-

September 27, 2016 10:58 AM

My deepest sympathy to Gary's family - have not seen Gary in quite awhile -but always known him to be a stand up man and the salt of the earth. May the Good Lord give peace to his family . My prayers to you all and to Gary - I know being the man that he is and was he is surely sitting at the table with our Lord. God Bless Gary and his entire family.

Message from Jeffrey Vogel

September 27, 2016 9:46 AM

You and your family have my deepest sympathy.

A candle was lit by Jeffrey Vogel on September 27, 2016 9:45 AM

Message from Chris Kabay

September 27, 2016 8:29 AM

I worked with Gary at Medcare. He was a fellow liaison. I met him at our monthly meetings and we had talked several times on the phone with issues. He was a sweet guy. His life was taken way too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. May God bless and comfort you. Rest peacefully Gary.

A candle was lit by The Baginski's on September 26, 2016 7:55 PM

A candle was lit by Linda Valangevicia on September 26, 2016 7:53 PM

Message from Pam Parker

September 26, 2016 7:35 PM

I spoke to Gary or had an email from him every week. We worked together for MedCare. His sense of humor always left me with a smile on my face. His spirit was incredible about his family & his neighborhood. I loved hearing the stories. Peace to Donna & the family. I will miss my friend Gary greatly!

A candle was lit by Michael LaBella & Heather McElroy on September 26, 2016 5:03 PM

A candle was lit by Cathy Flory on September 26, 2016 3:46 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was ordered on September 26, 2016

Expression of Sympathy

A TRADITIONAL FUNERAL BASKET was ordered on September 26, 2016

Expression of Sympathy

A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on September 26, 2016

My deepest sympathy for your family. My prayers are with you Love, Great aunt Irene Berczel

Message from Judy Glaze

September 26, 2016 11:21 AM

Donna,

So sorry for your loss. "GarBear" was a great guy. We have a lot of good memories of the great times we shared!!!!!!!

Again, my sympathy to you & your family.

Message from Marc Gross

September 26, 2016 10:03 AM

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Message from Joeseph and Brenda Stroz

September 26, 2016 9:49 AM

Gary seemed like such a kind loving person. He was always so smiley and upbeat when we saw him. May God keep his family in his will.

A candle was lit by Jenny Barnes on September 26, 2016 9:49 AM

Message from anne & george rost

September 26, 2016 9:24 AM

dearest donna and kids

so so sad on hearing this. what can anyone say about gary????good husband, great father, beloved son, fab brother and great friends. we watch him grow up into such a fine person. lots of fun at polish falcons with both of you. always friendly and very polite. he just tickeled my funny bone to no end. never forget our 25th anniversary when he & mark did the bartening for us. he always told me what a crazy lady i was. at least he says lady. haha.
may the lord take him up in his arms and the angels fly with him.

rest in peace gary (never knew his first name was gerald)
love anne & george rost

A candle was lit by Ruthann Hewston on September 26, 2016 8:54 AM

Expression of Sympathy

A PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent by Raco Family on September 26, 2016

A candle was lit by Tim Taylor on September 26, 2016 8:15 AM

A candle was lit by Rachel Noak Posset on September 25, 2016 11:36 PM

Message from Nick Pagano (former teacher at South Side Catholic)

September 25, 2016 11:22 PM

My deepest sympathy to the entire Greiner family. I was shocked and saddened to learn today that yet another has passed far too young. He is in my thoughts and prayers.

A candle was lit by The Shipmans on September 25, 2016 10:23 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A RAY OF SUNSHINE was ordered on September 25, 2016

Message from Katie Mohler Ricci

September 25, 2016 8:52 PM

Donna And Family,
I was so sad to hear about Gary's passing. I will be thinking of all of you.
Katie (Donna Szablewski's friend)

Message from Al mallah

September 25, 2016 8:41 PM

God bless Gary.lifelong friend from the Southside.played hoops together. Best kid in the world.not a mean bone in his body

A candle was lit by Lori Armbruster Hartman on September 25, 2016 8:34 PM

A candle was lit by Vanessa Shaffer on September 25, 2016 8:10 PM

A candle was lit by Karen on September 25, 2016 8:05 PM

Message from Maria (Vnencsak )Trebesh

September 25, 2016 7:34 PM

I am so sorry for your loss He will be greatly. Missed You all are in my thoughts and prayers .

Message from Irwin, Pa

September 25, 2016 6:34 PM

Gary was my friend and co-worker of 15 years. His passing came way to soon. I will always remember his awesome sense of humor and genuine sweet spirit. I remember him always talking about his beautiful wife and children and how blessed he was to have them in his care. What an honor is was to be trained by him and to know him as a person. Gary will forever live in all of our hearts. Knowing Gary he is probably up there, setting up a bowling league and cracking jokes! We will miss you Gary! Jenny Barnes

Message from Sherry Heisel Yanosick

September 25, 2016 6:15 PM

So very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I'm a South Side Catholic graduate of 1979, and Gary was always a wonderful person. It was so nice to reconnect with him through Facebook, and see his family and happiness in his life. It is a shock he is gone too soon from this world. I send my prayers and love to his family he helped build with his wife, Donna, and hope that peace will come to them.

A candle was lit by Nancy Franczak on September 25, 2016 6:13 PM

Message from Nancy Franczak

September 25, 2016 6:13 PM

I worked with Gary @South side hospitals. I was proud to call him a friend
We had lots of fun and caused lots of trouble. He spoke so highly of his family I felt like I knew you. He was such a sweet and good hearted person. I'm so sorry for your loss !! Wrap yourself in his wonderful memories always. All my sympathy and prayers to help carry you through time today and the days to come.

A candle was lit by Chuck and Patti Kurzawski on September 25, 2016 5:56 PM

A candle was lit by Susan porter on September 25, 2016 5:54 PM