Sebastian "Sal Carci" Carcioppolo

Sebastian Carcioppolo Obituary

CARCIOPPOLO - Sebastian "Sal Carci", passed away peacefully on December 9, 2007, at his home in Wellington surrounded by his family. Sal was born in Brooklyn, NY on July 8, 1929. He joined the U.S. Navy, where he served his term at Guantanemo Bay, Cuba. While serving his tour, Sal, became a baseball umpire for the United States baseball teams who did their spring training there. Mr. Carcioppolo founded Carci Alfi Forms and Labels in Hauppauge, Long Island. He pioneered the "label - form" combination and was the first and largest business form manufacturer on Long Island. "Sal Carci" (as he was known in the industry), was number one in quality and dedication to his customers, employees, friends and family. His reputation and knowledge in the manufacturing industry is still talked about years after his retirement. Sal retired to Florida in 1995. He is survived by his wife Catherine, his sister Josephine Fucci, his children Michael ( Maryann) Carcioppolo, Robert Carcioppolo, Karen (Paul) Mazzola, David ( Elyssa) Carcy, Lisa ( Jack) Boddy, Joann ( Kevin) Anton. He also leaves to cherish his memory his grandchildren; Nicholas and Christian Carcioppolo, Kristin Carcy and husband Steve Seachman, Michele and Joseph Mazzola, Suzanne Sarni and husband Vito, Tyler and Zachary Carci, Anthony, Jake and William Boddy, Kevin and Adriana Anton, Cole and Carter Sarni. Sal's family would like to thank hospice of Palm Beach County for providing the most wonderful family of Angels who provided the care in Sal's final journey. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice of Palm Beach County would be appreciated in his memory. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Dorsey - E. Earl Smith Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 3041 Kirk Rd., Lake Worth, Florida 33461, 561-964-3772.

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Published by Newsday on Dec. 11, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Sebastian Carcioppolo

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Barbara Cirillo

January 7, 2008

Sal was a great man. He was kind and generous and he loved his family very much. When we go to Italy we will lift a glass to you Sal and remember all the good times. You will be truly missed by all the Cirillo's. Love ya Sal

Catherine Carcioppolo

December 11, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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