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Ossie Rometo Obituary
Jan 19, 1940 - Aug 15, 2018
Ossie E. Rometo, age 78, of Sarasota, FL, passed away August 15, 2018. He was born January 19, 1940 to Oswald and Hazel Rometo, in Welch, West Virginia. Ossie graduated from Turtle Creek High School in 1957 and went on to graduate from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1963 and received his Masters from Temple University in 1966. Ossie was a distinguished Art Professor/ Teacher at McHenry Junior College. He also enjoyed being a wrestling coach in Coatesville High School in PA and Crystal Lake, Ill., and lead the McHenry Junior College Woman's Softball Team to many victories as their coach, ultimately leading to his achievement of Illinois State Softball Coach of the Year in 1977. He was the in-residence artist at the Art Avenue Gallery at Siesta Westfield. Ossie's specialty in his art career was the beautiful biblical art he created. Of his biblical art, his most revered accomplishment is the Papal Portrait he did of Pope Paul II that is hanging in the Papal Apartment in Rome. He also was named Outstanding Artist of Sarasota County from 1999-2001. Ossie was also was proud of his fluency in both Latin and Italian. Ossie was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his children, Margo Rometo, John Rometo, and Gina Caruso Rometo; his grandchild, Valente Caruso; brother, Kenneth J. (Mary Ann) Rometo; his former wife, Maria Portelos; and many nieces, nephews and extended family members. Visitation will take place on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 from 10 am – 11 am at Robert Toale and Sons Funeral Home at Palms Memorial Park; 170 Honore Ave., Sarasota, FL 34232. The Funeral Service will follow the Visitation, beginning at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Church of the Palms Presbyterian Preschool Program.
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Bill Knox
April 21, 2019
I had Ossie as an art teacher at MCC from 1977-1978 in Crystal Lake. Nice man, made the class fun. Pretty eclectic group in there. Condolences to his friends and family.
April 14, 2019
I had Ossie as my art instructor at McHenry Co College in 1977/78. The atmosphere he created there was very encouraging for anyone who wanted to pursue art or had an interest in it. He certainly was one of the top teachers of my school years. Fine individual. My condolences to his family and many friends. I have many fond memories of MCC because of his class. Bill Knox . Bull Valley ILL.
William Morkemo
September 26, 2018
I will never forget Ossie. He taught me how to draw and paint. He inspired me to achieve higher. I am a better man because he was my professor at McHenry College.
Pax,
W.C. Moreno
Robert Cleminson
August 22, 2018
We are very saddened to hear of the loss of our dear friend Ossie.
Ossie was a very talented and successful person. Art was where his talents flourished and later became his crowning achievement. His love though was Coaching the Girls softball at Illinois. I faintly remember the humor, devotion, respect, and affection that were a part of the many stories of his Athletes. The results speak for themselves.
With sympathy and best wishes,
Cordially yours,
Barbara and Bob Cleminson
Kathy Baker
August 21, 2018
I will always remember Ossie. He was so sweet & kind. He was so enthusiastic about his art. He really loved his family. I am very fortunate to have met him. He will be missed.
Patricia DelPizzo
August 18, 2018
Uncle Ossie will be remembered as a generous, family-oriented,fun-loving Renaissance Man of his time. He encouraged those around him to strive for excellence and enjoyed the successes of those he mentored. Requiesce in pace Uncle Ossie.
Mike and Teresa Pack
August 17, 2018
Love is of all passions the strongest, for it attacks simultaneously the head, the heart and the senses.
Lao Tzu
Helene
August 17, 2018
I only met you a few times at the Smoke Shop thru Ken & Maryann. My condolences to the family.
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