Pericles John Rengepis, known to family and friends as John, passed away on November 5, 2026, at the age of 87. Born and raised in Philadelphia to Greek immigrant parents, he maintained close ties to his heritage and Orthodox faith throughout his life.
Born on February 6, 1939, to parents from Kalamata, Greece, Rengepis attended Bok Vocational School in Philadelphia, where he trained as an electrician and instrumentation technician. His career included positions at Boeing, CBS Records, and Coastal Oil. He retired in 2001.
In 2003, he and his wife, Pauline, moved to Lake Worth, Florida, after many years in the Philadelphia area.
His Orthodox faith remained central to his life. He was a parishioner in the Delaware Valley’s Greek Orthodox community before becoming a longtime member of Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Rengepis shared 60 years of marriage with his wife, Pauline (Jenny) Rengepis (née Georgatos). He is remembered by his family for his kindness, generosity, and devotion to those closest to him.
He is survived by his wife, Pauline; his son, John Rengepis; his daughter, Helen Rengepis, and her husband, Costas Koumenis; and five grandchildren, Kristianna, Anastasia, Jenna, Zoe, and James.
He was predeceased by his two sisters and his daughter-in-law, Kathryn (née Calogredes).
Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 11, at Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in West Palm Beach, Florida. A private burial was scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at Fernwood Cemetery in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in West Palm Beach.
Additional information and condolences may be shared through Vraim Funeral Home.
May his memory be eternal. Αιωνία του η μνήμη.