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FEDERICO, Philip A., 77 of Land O' Lakes, Fla., passed away July 16, 2010. He was born on September 27, 1932 in Paterson, N.J., and was a retired circuit court judge for the 6th Judicial Circuit of Pinellas and Pasco County. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbara Maier; sons, Philip J. (Angie), Michael (Kristin) and Richard; daughters, Marybeth Storts (Craig) and Jean Marie Casimo; 10 grandchildren, Nicole Federico, Alexis and Nicholas Federico, Eric and Monica Storts, Noelle and Madison Casimo and Roman, Sophia and Gabriella Federico; a brother, Joseph (Ann); a sister-in-law, Dorothy Veach (Raymond); a brother-in-law, Fred Maier (Bonnie); and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Judge Federico graduated from Fordham University with his Bachelors of Science degree in political science in 1953, and from Fordham University School of Law with his Juris Doctorate degree in 1958. From 1953 to 1955 he served in the U.S. Army, Counter Intelligence Corps, during the Korean War. He became a member of the New Jersey Bar Association in 1959 and the Florida Bar Association in 1970. After practicing law in New Jersey for 10 years, he and his wife, Barbara moved their family to Clearwater, Fla., in 1969. He was elected to be a county judge in Pinellas County, in September 1972, and began serving in that position in January 1973 through 1975, when he was appointed to the Pinellas-Pasco Circuit Court by Governor Reubin Askew. He served as a circuit court judge from 1976 through December 1994 when he retired. He served as chief judge of the 6th Judicial Circuit from 1987 to 1991 during which time he oversaw the planning and construction start of the Criminal Justice Center that is located on 49th Street in Clearwater, and that continues to serve the residents of Pinellas County today. In retirement, he continued his law career as a civil mediator from 1994 to 2009. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in his name to the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis www.coalitionforpf.org. There is a memorial page for Judge Federico on the Coalition website. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday, July 19, 2010, at Trinity Memorial Gardens. A funeral Mass will be celebrated in his honor at noon, tuesday, July 20, 2010, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Clearwater. Burial will be at Trinity Memorial Gardens. Trinity Memorial Gardens (727) 376-7824 www.trinitymemorial.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip FEDERICO
August 2, 2010
Dear Barbara,
We will always remember the wonderful time we had getting to know you and Phil on our Alaska trip....may you find peace and comfort in those special memories.....
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this sad time....Love, Joan and John Ciampini
Denise Veach
July 25, 2010
Aunt Barbara sorry for your loss..........uncle phil will be missed :) Love,
Denise & Ray Veach, Jr.
Angele Tatem
July 25, 2010
I am sorry to hear of Phil's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John and Cathy (MacLeod) Slack
July 21, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debbie Ossino Daniels
July 20, 2010
Dear Aunt Barbara,
God has blessed you and Uncle Phil with a wonderful life together and family. I know that you and your children will find comfort and laughter in these memories. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Debbie Ossino Daniels
Jane Rowland
July 20, 2010
Rich Federico's Power Lift family would like to extend their sympathy to the family of Philip Federico. A donation has been made to the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis in his name.
Alan Gilmer
July 20, 2010
To Mike, Kristin, Rich, Phil and Barb, we are so sorry for your loss. Phil was saint to us, as he was to others. Our memories of our wedding day were special because of Phil. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always.
With Love - Alan & Debbi Gilmer,
Jim Chiari
July 20, 2010
To: The Federico Family- We are sorry for the loss of Judge Phil Federico. Everyone in our family (Chiaris) truly appreciated his dedication and loyalty to his friends and family. We will very much all miss Uncle Phil.
Cherie Smith
July 20, 2010
To: Michael & Kristin Federico and Family - Our deepest condolences to all of you at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherie, John, Brice, and Alexis
Kurt Young
July 19, 2010
Mrs. Federico and Family,
On behalf of my parents and myself, how sad it was to hear of your loss just hours after we ran into Phil at Morton Plant as my dad was going in for a procedure just this past Friday.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mike, also to you, We are very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a Great Dad.
July 19, 2010
To the Federico Family:
My deepest sympathies are sent to all of you in your loss. Judge Federico was such a kind, considerate and compassionate man who cared deeply for everyone.
I knew Judge Federico as a Judicial Assistant to Judge Penick when I worked there. I have very fond memories from everyone I came in contact with.
I am so glad that his son is taking care of us here in Pinellas/Pasco County. I am now retired but keeping myself busy.
My sincerest condolences are being sent to all of you. Mary Ann Vecchio, Clearwater, FL.
July 19, 2010
What I will treasure the most in my memories was Phil's sharp wit. My love goes out to all of the family. Tracy and Eric share in my condolences.
Sharon Wammock, Neptune Beach, FL
Bill Pontrello
July 19, 2010
I have missed him since he left the bench, I will still be missing him.
He always respected the parties, the law, and the docket.
July 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need.
Bob and Kay Dillinger
skip and jan olney
July 19, 2010
jan and i have fond memories of judge federico. we were saddened to hear of his passing. the federico family will be in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Gary Hewetson
July 19, 2010
My condolences and prayers to the Federico family. I will remember Philip as a firm but fair judge who possessed a unique capacity to bring to settlement even the most vexing of cases.
George Sanchez
July 19, 2010
I've had several cases before Judge Federico...I found him to be a no-nonsense judge in his rulings. He was fair and honorable. He will be missed.
Kay Hutchinson
July 19, 2010
Dear Bea and family,
I was so saddened to read about Phil's death. Phil was a true gentleman and man of integrity. I treasure time spent and memories shared with you, Phil, and the A Travel Fair gang.
As a family I know you will comfort each other but my prayer is that God, the Supreme Comforter will surround you with His love and peace in the days ahead. You are close in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love and Sincere Sympathy,
Fredric Zinober
July 19, 2010
Judge Federico was the very first judge that I tried a felony case in front of. Strong, bold, courageous, intelligent, and a true gentleman. He will be missed.
July 19, 2010
Although no works can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer
(Stephen & Helen Veach N.Y)
July 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Federico family. Sal Musumeci and family.
July 19, 2010
I will miss you Uncle Phil.
Mary Ellen Chiari (John and June's oldest daughter)
Warren LaFray
July 19, 2010
I spent a large part of my life appearing before Judge Federico. He was a tough but compassionate man. I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing.
July 19, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Phil.
John and Candy Lenderman
Colleen Slater
July 19, 2010
Mrs. Federico and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Judge Federico. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nick Cavallaro family: Dan, Jerry, Ted, Vicki, & Doti Chambers
July 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Federico family.
Gina and Dale Engerer
July 18, 2010
Phil, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Claire Skinner
July 18, 2010
Aunt Barbara, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this most difficult time. Uncle Phil meant a lot to our family and he was there for me, personally, in the bad times and the good. He will be missed. Please know you are in my prayers. Love, Claire and Mark
John Bothwell
July 18, 2010
Judge Federico was a giant with a lasting legacy. He will be missed but more importantly remembered for a life that influenced so many. My thoughts and prayers are with all the Federicos as they mourn his passing.
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