Bucs, Pens Organist Passes Away
Vince Lascheid the longtime organist for the Pittsburgh Penguins and Pirates, has died. He was 85.
Penguins spokesman Tom McMillan says Lascheid was a Pittsburgh original. Lascheid worked for the Penguins from 1970 to 2003 and is in the team's hall of fame.
Lascheid still worked part-time for the Pirates.
Pirates President Frank Coonelly says the Pirates family is deeply saddened.
“Those that knew him well speak to his strong character, unwavering professionalism as well as his passion for life and for Pittsburgh sports," Coonelly said in a news release. "He was not only an extremely talented musician, but a wonderful father, grandfather, friend and true definition of the word gentleman. This is not only a huge loss for his family and the Pittsburgh Pirates, but also for the city of Pittsburgh."
“We are proud to say that even though he is gone, Vince will continue to be the Pirates organist through digital recordings. When our fans hear organ music at PNC Park it will continue to be Vince Lascheid for years to come. We can think of no better tribute than carrying on the tradition of playing Vince’s music at Pirates games," Coonelly said.
Lascheid is survived by his wife, Linda, and five children.
Penguins spokesman Tom McMillan says Lascheid was a Pittsburgh original. Lascheid worked for the Penguins from 1970 to 2003 and is in the team's hall of fame.
Lascheid still worked part-time for the Pirates.
Pirates President Frank Coonelly says the Pirates family is deeply saddened.
“Those that knew him well speak to his strong character, unwavering professionalism as well as his passion for life and for Pittsburgh sports," Coonelly said in a news release. "He was not only an extremely talented musician, but a wonderful father, grandfather, friend and true definition of the word gentleman. This is not only a huge loss for his family and the Pittsburgh Pirates, but also for the city of Pittsburgh."
“We are proud to say that even though he is gone, Vince will continue to be the Pirates organist through digital recordings. When our fans hear organ music at PNC Park it will continue to be Vince Lascheid for years to come. We can think of no better tribute than carrying on the tradition of playing Vince’s music at Pirates games," Coonelly said.
Lascheid is survived by his wife, Linda, and five children.
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