~ IN MEMORY ~
USAir/AA pilot & DL training Capt. John
Valentine Sabel
July 5, 1958 – October 22, 2025
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IN THE CARE OF H.P. Brandt Funeral Home
John Valentine Sabel passed away peacefully on
October 22, 2025, at the age of 67, after a courageous battle. John was
patient, thoughtful, and humorous; a hard-working, devoted, and beloved family
man. He was known for his kind-hearted nature and was an inspirational presence
to those around him, ever wise and brave.
John was born in Chicago to Magdalena and Rudy
Sabel and grew up in Clearwater, Florida. He was a graduate of Embry-Riddle
Aeronautical University and later completed his studies at Duquesne University
Law School.
In a distinguished career that spanned 38 years,
John was a pilot for USAir and American Airlines. After retirement, he worked
for Delta Airlines in their training department. He also practiced aviation law
and taught aviation law at various universities, sharing his vast knowledge and
experience.
For 35 loving years, John was the devoted husband
of LeeAnn Sabel (Pallotti). John has two loving daughters , Alissa Poole and
Mallory Sabel. John's family also included close pilot friends and his
brother-in-law, Russell Pallotti (Lisa). He is the Uncle of Nicholas and Kevin
Pallotti. John has a beloved Aunt Mary and cousins in Florida.
John's personal interests were as vibrant as his
professional life. He enjoyed boating in Florida and was a big fan of the
Pittsburgh Penguins. Clearwater, Florida, held a special place in his heart,
where he found peace watching the sunrise and taking walks on the beach. Above
all, he loved spending time with family and friends, creating cherished
memories.
John Valentine Sabel will be remembered for the
light he brought into the lives of everyone he touched.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday November
13th at 11am at
St. Margaret Mary Church, 1 Parish Place, Moon
Township, PA 15108
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in John’s
memory to The Sisters of Mercy,
3333 5th Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3165.
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