Louis "Luigi" Pollice

Age 95, of Beechview, Louis “Luigi” Pollice, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024.  He was born in Cantalupo nel Sannio, Italy on April 26, 1929, son of the late Ferdinand and Carmella (Crivellone) Pollice. Devoted husband of 70 years to Mary (D’Uva) Pollice. Brother of the late Mario (Mary) Pollice and Nicolena Manello. Beloved father of Mary (Walter) Wisneski, Anthony (Lisa) Pollice, and Carmelina (Rick) Arzenti. Treasured grandfather to Nicole (Ryan) Kowach, Stephen Wisneski, Lauren (Keith) Cavanaugh, Derek (Christine) Pollice, and Sara Hnatiw. Blessed to welcome two great-grandchildren, Peyton Jo Cavanaugh and Grayson Rudolpho Pollice. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews scattered around the world.

Lou was a well-known tailor in Pittsburgh and worked at Bonds and Hughes and Hatcher finally ending his career at Macy’s downtown store as the main fitter in the men’s department. 

He was a devout Catholic devoted to his hometown patron saint, St. Anne and was a faithful viewer of the daily mass at home. He was proud to be head usher for many years at St. Catherine of Siena Church (now St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish) where he was also the cold hand poker dealer at the summer festival.

Lou was also an excellent bowler and bowled in the ISDA league where he was known as Lucky Louie. He rolled a number of 200 games with his unorthodox bocci style of bowling. A member of the ISDA Giosue Carducci Lodge #66 and served as financial secretary for many years. He also enjoyed dancing and was a member of the I Campagnolo dance ensemble. Lou was an urban farmer growing tomatoes, zucchini and figs in his backyard while doing battle with the local groundhogs. He also was a premier wine maker and was very proud to share his wine with others.

He was a loving provider and sacrificed for the sake of love for his family. We will miss him tremendously.

Friends received 3-7 p.m. on Friday, July 5th ONLY at BRUSCO-NAPIER FUNERAL SERVICE, LTD., 2201 Bensonia Ave., Pgh., PA 15216. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 6th at 10 a.m. in St. Teresa of Kolkata Parish—St. Catherine of Siena Church, 1810 Belasco Ave., Pgh., PA 15216. Everyone please meet at church. Entombment to follow in Calvary Cemetery. To order flowers or to leave a memory of Lou, visit our website: www.brusco-napierfuneralhome.com

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