CANTARINI Rudolph Vincent Cantarini, Rudy of Jacksonville, died peacefully at home Friday surrounded by loved ones and is now in his eternal home with the Lord. He was born December 9, 1929 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Sophia and Vincent Cantarini. He is pre-deceased by his only sister Edith Spera. A mass will be held at 10:00a.m. on Friday March 8, 2013 at San Jose Catholic Church, 3619 Toledo Rd. He served 4 years in the United States Navy where he attended Navy Aerographer s School in Lakehurst, NJ. He then earned a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Miami in 1959. He subsequently attained Professional Engineer status. His career highlights include Kennedy Space Center Apollo mission and Officer in Charge of Construction for the Trident Nuclear Submarine in St. Mary s, GA. After retiring, he traveled throughout Europe and the United States. He had a passion for playing his trumpet, jazz music, tennis and enjoying good Italian food. He was a life-long Catholic. Rudy is survived by Marie Lucille Cantarini, his devoted wife of 55 years; William Cantarini of Redondo Beach, CA, son; Paul and Sue Cantarini of Salt Lake City, UT, son and daughter-in-law; Joanne and David Bane of Jacksonville, daughter and son-in-law; Lisa and Alan Simone of Jacksonville, daughter and son-in-law. Two granddaughters: Carly Cantarini of Salt Lake City, UT and Grace Simone of Jacksonville, FL. The family extends utmost appreciation and gratitude toward the loving caregivers at Vitas Hospice. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his honor to the hospice of your choice or San Jose Catholic Church. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com
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Sending love to Marie and to Rudy children - another of this fine mans Legacy to all who knew and loved him.
Nancy Freeman
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February 28, 2019
With deepest sympathy during your time of grief...Our thoughts and prayers are with you during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
The O'Connells
March 11, 2013
Joanne, I am so sorry about your dad. May he rest in peace. You and your family are in my prayers.
Mary Sickles
March 8, 2013
Prayers for your comfort and peace.
Nancy Freeman
March 7, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the Cantarini Family. Andy Soltis from the Brierwood tennis group.
March 7, 2013
Sorry to here about this Lisa, be strong. He is in a better place now.
Rob Weathers
March 7, 2013
We offer our sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to your entire family. We will always have fond memories of Mr. C. May God bless you and watch over you all during this time.
Mike & Eleanor Lanza
March 6, 2013
Our prayers go out to the family for peace during this time. Rudolph must of been a great man to raise such a wonderful neighbor and friend like Lisa. Praying for the family!
Bill and Toni Gellerstedt
March 6, 2013
I am so sorry Lisa. I have such wonderful memories of meeting your Dad. Much, much love and prayers being sent to you and your sweet family.
Rebecca
March 6, 2013
You have left a beautiful family to carry on your legacy. May you rest in peace.
Michelle Krueger
March 6, 2013
Lisa,
God's arms are open wide and He is smiling! Prayers and Peace to you and your family.
Cindy Vermut
March 6, 2013
My heart aches BUT at the same time rests in knowing you are home without pain or suffering! Thank you for all you taught me and helping me become the woman I am. Your grateful daughter, Lisa
Lisa Simone
March 6, 2013
JIM MC CORMACK
March 6, 2013
Will miss you, Rudy. Your are in a better place now! Will miss playing tennis with you at Baymeadows. Go Canes! Bobby Clayton
March 6, 2013
I love you dad and am missing you immensely ,but your in heaven and at peace which comforts me.
Joanne Bane
March 6, 2013
Lisa Simone
March 6, 2013
Will miss and love you forever!!
Say hi to Chubby and Henry
March 6, 2013
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