MARION SCANZONI
STAUNTON — Marion "Mario" Joseph Scanzoni, 90, of Staunton, passed away at 4:33 p.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia, Illinois.
He was born on July 7, 1925, in Livingston, Illinois, the son of the late Joseph and Alma (Cescolini) Scanzoni. He was married to Mary (Cignetti) Scanzoni on August 28, 1948, in Staunton, Illinois, and she preceded him in death on April 20, 1998.
He worked as a clerk at Williamson Coal Mine, a bookkeeper at McKay Auto Parts, and then as a bookkeeper at American Steel Foundries in Granite City, Illinois. After retirement, he worked part-time for the Staunton Water Department.
Mario loved working in his garden. He was an avid golfer who enjoyed his last round of golf at age 89 with his daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter. He enjoyed watching golf and baseball on television and always hoped to see the Chicago Cubs win the World Series. He especially loved spending time with his family.
Mario was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church in Staunton, Illinois.
Survivors include one daughter, Carla (husband Jim) Folkerts of Centralia; one granddaughter, Jaime (husband Jason) Jackson of Centralia; two great-grandchildren, Gia and Drew Jackson of Centralia, and several nieces.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister , Lena Repovsch, and by his grandson, Joseph Folkerts.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, January 15, 2016 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Staunton, with Rev. George Radosevich officiating. Friends may call before Mass from 9 to 11 a.m. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Staunton. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Staunton.
Memorials are suggested to St. Michael's Catholic School or to the charity of the donor's choice. Williamson Funeral Home, Staunton, is in charge of arrangements. To sign the guestbook or leave an online condolence, please visit our website at www.williamsonfh.com.
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Rest in peace my dear friend and neighbor, from a small child on up. I remember when Mary fixed my moms hair, you and my dad shooting the bull every day, getting triple scoops ice cream cones for a nickel from Mary's mom and dads tavern. That smile of your could steal anyones heart. I will miss you pushing me over in church to sit next to Jack so that you could sit on the end. You and one of your best buddies Jack Knaus was happy to see you arrive in heaven. So until we meet again my friend, goodbye. Now you are in no more pain and sitting with our Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven.
Joyce Leitschuh (Pernicka)
January 17, 2016
Carla,Jim & Family, So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man. Sincerely, Susie Brenzel.
January 13, 2016
Carla so sorry for you loss of your Dad. Mario was such a good neighbor and a great friend to Mom when the were older. Will miss him a lot. Cant go by the house and not think if all the good times there.
Carol Borgic
January 13, 2016
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