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Rocco Civiello Obituary
75, of Uhrichsville, passed away at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, May 1, 2017. Born September 29, 1941, in Dennison, he was a son of the late Carmen Paul Civiello, Sr. and Constance Marie "Nellie" (Police) Civiello.
On September 2, 1961, he married Elizabeth Eileen Romig who survives. He is also survived by eight children, Marie (Susan) Civiello, Annette Civiello, Rocky (Marsha) Civiello II, Jeff Civiello, Loretta (Gary) Scott, Mark (Grace) Civiello, Carmen (Kimmy) Civiello, and Kevin Civiello; 19 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren with two more expected; brothers, Carmen (Nancy) Civiello Jr., David (Laurel) Civiello; sisters-in-law, Freida Romig, Juanita Westlake, Sandy Romig, and Charlotte Romig; and many nieces and nephews.
A lifelong Twin City resident, Rocco was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and a 1959 graduate of St. Mary's High School. He was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus; a member of the American Italian Club, Tuscarawas County Postcard Club, and the Cy Young Oldtimers Association; and an inductee into the Tuscarawas Football Officials Association and Softball Umpires Association Halls of Fame. He was the longtime owner and operator of Merchants Vending, Inc. Rocco was involved in numerous activities throughout his life including several bowling leagues for over 40 years, football officiating for 40 years and baseball umpiring for 52 years. Rocco was always a wealth of knowledge to his family and friends, especially when a sports fact needed to be verified. He had a very keen eye for nostalgia and was an avid sports memorabilia collector. Above all, he treasured the time that he spent with his family, especially Sunday dinners with Liz and the kids.
Father Tyron Tomson will celebrate the funeral Mass on Friday, May 5, at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Conception Church in Dennison. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery near Dennison. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. on Thursday in the R.K. Lindsey Funeral Home in Dennison, concluding with a 7:45 p.m. Christian Wake Service. Memorial contributions may be made to Immaculate Conception Church's Memorial Book Fund. His family extends special thanks to the nurses and staff at Community Hospice in New Philadelphia.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rocco Civiello
May 12, 2017
It was a distinct privilege to experience Rocco as umpire for local Class A baseball games. We didn't always agree on the strike zone, but he was fair and consistent. We all will miss his comment that we coaches always want to be umpire, too!
Bob Gerber
Sugarcreek
Kim Price
May 4, 2017
I am very Sorry For the Loss Of Rocco, He was a great man and will be remembered by our family as the Candy Man, Knowing the whole family is a Blessing my Sympathy to you all MUCH Love and hugs to each and everyone of you, June Meese,Kim Price and the rest of our family!!!
Thea Gibbs
May 4, 2017
Liz, so very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear husband. When things calm down I will give you a call. your bowling buddy, Thea Gibbs.
Fr. Martin J, Ralko
May 4, 2017
Liz and family.
I am so very sorry to hear of Rocky's death. I always enjoyed his straight forward ways: a true Ump! I fondly remember Rocky asking me a question in the middle of one of my Sunday homilies! He was truly one of a kind and I will miss him.
Be assured of my thoughts and prayers during these difficult times.
Linda & Harlen Smith
May 4, 2017
Condolences, Prayers, and Heartfelt sympathy to the Civiello family at this time of grief, in the passing of a wonderful soul. I will miss him. I enjoyed the talks we had when we would run into each other. God Bless
Ken & Shirley Yant
May 4, 2017
Sorry for your loss. He was a good man.
Barbara Bloom/Croniser
May 4, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Geralyn (Rundo) Kriynovich
May 3, 2017
Prayers to the family,going to miss him.
Thomas Rundo
May 3, 2017
Rocky - Rest In Peace. Thoughts and Prayers for everyone.
Tim Mullet
May 3, 2017
So many fond memories with you on the baseball diamond Rocco! You had such a passion for the game. Thoughts and prayers are with the Civiello family
Toni Hillyer
May 3, 2017
Liz and family, Our deepest sympathy you and your family are in our prayers. Brian and Toni (Green) Hillyer
DrE
May 3, 2017
Keep calling em like you see em pops!
Debra Crabtree
May 3, 2017
I will always remember the extra treats for the kids when Gene was in the garage
Teresa Green
May 3, 2017
Many fond memories of Rocky. Prayers and Love to all of you.
Janie Western
May 3, 2017
With our deepest smpathy to the family.
He will be missed by many such an Awesome guy. I just want to she this story. When his son Mark was a little guy he played baseball his Dad (Rocky) was Umpire and called Mark out witch Mark did not think he was out. Mark started debating with the Umpire that he was not out and Rocky had to call time out so he could get Mark off the field. I got a kick out of this but poor Rocky probably was embarrassed. When I would see Rocky hear and there I would always think about that day. Our love gose out to all family members
Butch and Janie Western
Karla,Randy Mike Heather and their families
May 3, 2017
My sympathy and prayers to Rocky's family. We had a lot of fun growing up in the Twin Cities, going to St. Mary's football and golf. He was a lot of fun. Rest In Peace
Woody Gross
May 3, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Civiello Family. Rocky was a very nice person & I am sorry about his passing.
Arleen Transou
May 3, 2017
My sympathies for all of the family and friends both far and near, he was a really good guy, Rest in Peace Rocco
Larry & Patty Wolfe, Paula Wolfe
May 3, 2017
Love & condolences to the family of a very dear man we have had the honor of knowing since childhood. Praying for God's blessings to comfort you during this time & keeping those golden memories with you as you lay to rest one of the best
Rhonda and larry Beans
May 3, 2017
Carmen and kimmy...so sorry about your dad...you have my prayers for strength to continue lifes journey!
Bill Dodds
May 3, 2017
Jeff,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I will always remember our good times at PHAC. Your poor dad never got to enjoy a game because we had to recruit his services behind the plate. Though I am sure he enjoyed his son protecting him! Such a giving man, I am sure your family is proud to call him dad.
Missy Yoder
May 3, 2017
I'm very sorry for your lose. You'll all be in my thoughts and prayers.
David pica
May 3, 2017
To David and all the family I am sorry for your loss. Rocco was a great guy who always had a great outlook on life. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sister Wilma Ross
May 3, 2017
Dear family of Rocco,
Prayers and sympathy on the death of your loved one. I have known the Civiello family from years past. May the Risen Lord take him into his place of Joy. God bless all. Sister Wilma Ross, SCN
Pog Ervin
May 3, 2017
Lots of good memories with Rocky running around the football field together. A good man. Rest in peace.
Chris Civiello
May 3, 2017
So,sorry for the entire families loss..he was a good man,and a great grandfather to my children...you are all in my prayers
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