Passed away at the age of 44 from complications of Hepatitis C, which he contracted many years ago from a blood transfusion. Beloved son of Teodozia (nee Szymanska) and the late Michael Pepe Jr., loving brother of Christopher Pepe and Julie Pepe Jackovic, dear grandson of Sophie Szymanski; also survived by seven nieces and nephews, his aunts, uncles, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday 9:30 to 11AM, Burns Funeral Home, 9708 Frankford Ave., followed by his Funeral Mass 11:30 AM, St. Katherine of Siena Church. Entombment Oakland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Hepatitis Foundation Intl. at www.hepfi.org in his memory would be appreciated.