Gary A. Agostini

Gary A. Agostini, age 75, loving husband of Bernadine I. (Suchecki) Agostini, of Phoenixville, PA, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022. Born on January 21, 1947 in Erie, PA, he was a son of the late Rocco Sr. and Frances (Voltz) Agostini. Mr. Agostini was a graduate of Academy High School in Erie, PA. He received his Bachelor's degree in Secodary Education from Penn State University, where he was a member of the Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He was awarded a National Science Foundation grant to earn a Master's degree in Biology from Purdue University. A biology teacher at Great Valley High School he loved to share his wit and wisdom with his students. During his tenure he served as Assistant Athletic Director, golf coach, and as a longtime throwing coach in track. He was also involved with the S.T.A.R. Team and the Getaway Special project. Family came above all else. He loved spending time with them, looked forward to family events and special occasions. He was a devoted father and grandfather who enjoyed coaching his sons' youth baseball and soccer teams, the fishing experiences with them and the grandchildren and the tall tales associated with that. He was an avid Penn State football fan. In addition to his wife, Mr. Agostini is survived by one son, Anthony A. Agostini of Tempe, AZ; two grandchildren, Dominic and Bella Agostini; one sister, Janet, wife of Richard Sposito of Erie, PA; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Agostini was preceded in death by one son, David T. Agostini, and two brothers, Rocco Agostini, Jr. and Paul Agostini. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral mass at the St. Ann Chapel, 604 South Main Street, Phoenixville, PA on Saturday, September 3, 2022 at 11:00 am Officiating will be Rev. John J. Newns. Burial will be held privately. Friends will be received from 9:00 am - 10:45 am Saturday in the Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Paoli Hospital Foundation, 255 West Lancaster Avenue, MOB 3, Suite 231, Paoli, PA 19301. Condolences may be made by visiting www.PhoenixvilleFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Campbell - Ennis - Klotzbach Funeral Home, Inc., Phoenixville, PA.

Gary A. Agostini

January 21, 1947 - August 28, 2022