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Michaelangelo Accetta Obituary

ACCETTA, MICHAELANGELO JR. "MIKE" 90, passed away October 31st. Son of the late Michaelangelo and Maria (Mendillo) Accetta, Sr.; husband of the late Margaret (Parente) Accetta; father of Michaelangelo Accetta III and his wife Karen, and Richard Accetta and his wife JoAnn; grandfather of Gregory, Stephanie, Michaelangelo IV, Matthew, and great-granddaughter Jordan. He was the brother of the late Mary Alviano, Joseph, Louis and Vincent Accetta. Mike worked for the city of Providence Department of Public Works for 32 years and retired in 1984 as Superintendent of public works. On October 6, 1968, he proudly helped to establish the Public Employees' Local Union 1033, L.I.U.N.A. He served as a Trustee and Delegate of Local Union 1033 to the Rhode Island Laborers' Retiree Council. A Federal Hill Legend. Extremely Proud of his Italian Heritage. Mike was and Avid sports fan and Truly a Die Hard YANKEE'S FAN. He was a friend to all and was always there to help anyone in need. Loved and respected by his family and all who knew him. He had an uncanny talent for telling stories from Back In The Day and had an answer for everything. He was truly a man of unwavering principals and said it the way it was. A man who was deeply and sincerely proud of his Son's and Grandchildren and of all their accomplishments. He was particularly fond of his Blue Member's Only Jacket. Visitation Tuesday 4-7 p.m. with a funeral Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the PONTARELLI-MARINO Home, 971 Branch Avenue, Providence, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Augustine Church, 639 Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Providence. Graveside burial will be in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Home & Hospice Care of RI, 1085 North Main Street, Providence, RI 02904. pontarellimarinofunerals.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Nov. 3, 2014.

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MIchaelangelo Accetta 3rd

November 20, 2014

Thanks dad for showing me the way ??

MIchaelangelo Accetta 3rd

November 20, 2014

I will miss you Dad forever thanks for showing me the way

November 13, 2014

Richard: Our condolences on your father's passing. Fellow Yankee fans,
Donald and Linda DeCiccio

Joanne (Sweeney) Wittman

November 9, 2014

Rich, Greg and Steph,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your father/grandfather. Please know that I'm keeping you all in my prayers.

Joe Fargnoli

November 8, 2014

Rich, sorry for your lose, your dad was a good friend. Had great times w/him @ Yankee games,told amazing stories of old Yankees, Like Rizzutto, Joe D,,all the paisani, peace be w/you and your family

John A Pernorio

November 6, 2014

Sorry to here of Mike's passing. He was a great supporter of the Rhode Island Alliance for Retired Americans and the Local Union 1033 Retirees.
Fraternally, on behalf of the RI ARA and it's members,John A. Pernorio, President

Mike and Deb Mellor

November 6, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the Accetta family. We know the love and joy Michaelangelo brought into your lives and how much you will miss him. We love you all and are so sorry for your loss.

November 5, 2014

To the Accetta family. May the memories of Mike always be a blessing. I will always be grateful that I had the pleasure of knowing him.
Mike Botvin

November 5, 2014

To the family of the late "Mike" Accetta, Jr.
You have my sincerest and deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Mike was a "Great Guy" and he will be truly missed. Such wonderful memories with many years of friendship and solidarity.
Betty Jackson, Vice President Local Union 1033

John & Karen Laurenzo

November 5, 2014

To The Entire Accetta Family, We are so sorry for the passing of Mike. Reason for writing is that we noticed in the pictures that you put in the journal. And the one of where Mike, and four other men were standing. I think in Federal Hill, and were talking, and working on the road. The man to the far right was my Dad, Charlie "Brown" Laurenzo. I am hoping someone can verify this for me. My Father died back in 1956, and my Mother 2 years ago at 100 yrs old. My Dad came from Federal Hill, and was a die hard Yankee's Fan, like Mike. I would appreciate it if anyone can get back to me at the link "contact me" on the bottom of this note.
Again we are so sorry for your loss, and will keep Mike in our prayers.
John & Karen Laurenzo

November 5, 2014

RIP Mike, I will miss seeing you every morning at the bakery. My thoughts An prays go out to your family.. Cheryl Manni..

The Florio Family

November 5, 2014

Our Deepest Condolences to the entire Accetta Family.
The Life and Times
of this Man were truly representative of the
Classic Italo-American Male of the Twentieth Century.
May God's Perpetual Light Forever Shine Upon
Michaelangelo
"Mike"
Accetta Jr.

stephanie accetta

November 4, 2014

Grandpa Mike,
I will forever cherish all the time I got to spend with you. I loved coming over and listening to all your stories. RIP grandpa, words cannot express how much you will be missed, tell grandma maggie I love her. Your legacy and stories will continue on through the lives of your family and friends you have touched in your 90 plus years here on this earth. Love you grandpa.

Love, Stephanie & Ariana

Tom& Denise D'Amore

November 4, 2014

Sorry Richard for the lost of your Father and a friend of myself and family.I will not forget how your mother and father were so good to my wife when in Las Vegas for our first Liuna convention.Mike and Margaret were great parents and grandparents to a wonderful Family.God bless

John L Cassino

November 4, 2014

Richard I'm sorry for your loss I know your dad was a great inspiration to many people May you always find comfort in your memories of him. May our Heavenly Father give you and your family comfort and strength during this time. God Bless

Elissa Bristol

November 4, 2014

My heart goes out to the Accetta family. Although I have never met your father personally, I truly enjoyed reading about his life. Clearly, he was a wonderful man who touched many hearts. I hope you can find strength, as I always have, in knowing that God promises to never forget his faithful ones (Malachi 3:16). Please accept my deepest sympathies and rest assured my prayers are with your family.

Phyllis Manzi

November 4, 2014

Richard and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a great man and we will miss him at Health and Safety Fund. May he RIP my friend.

Don and Annmarie Iannazzi

November 4, 2014

Dear Richard, Mike and family, we join with our entire 1033 membership in wishing our Brother eternal peace. And we will remember all the good time forever.

Robert Mancini

November 4, 2014

Richard, Joanne & family;

Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful Dad. His commitment to family, friends, his work ( and ) his beloved Yankees will forever remain as centerpiece to his legacy.

He's with our Lord watching over his terrific clan.


God bless.
Bob Mancini
Rose Marie Clemente

Larry Roberti

November 4, 2014

Dear Richard, Mike and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on Mike's passing. I recently ran into him at a bakery on Admiral St. and he made my day. I always enjoyed his company !!!
Please know that we will keep Mike and all of you in our prayers.

Sincerely,

Larry and Paula Roberti

Artie Frattini

November 4, 2014

Mike and Karen, so sorry for your loss ,thinking of you

Carolyn Knight

November 4, 2014

Dear Richard,
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

November 4, 2014

We join all of Mike's Union Sisters and Brothers in extending our condolences to Mike, Richard and family. Your Dad will remain in our prayers. A great friend and a true Laborer. In Solidarity, Don and Annmarie Iannazzi, Palm Beach Gardens, Fl.

Stephen Grant

November 3, 2014

Mike & Richard, Words cannot convey my inner feelings. He was a good man and a great father. My memories shall never be erased. I have nothing but fond mmemories of our childhood neighborhood.

Doreen Casey

November 3, 2014

Mike,Karen,Matthew and Michael and the Accetta families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless- The Casey's

Angela & Stephen Castellucci

November 3, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the family at this most difficult time. Mike was a great guy and "family friend" in the neighborhood. He will be missed~

God Bless~

November 3, 2014

BEAUTIFUL HEAVENLY POEM
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998<



Dear Richard and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Hoping that this poem will bring some comfort to you.


Love

Judi and Richard

Pamela Lombardi

November 3, 2014

Oh Richard, JoAnn and family, I was so saddened to see this today. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. I will never forget the smiling face of this man in and outside of the office... all the Mayor's Holiday Charity Fund events etc.
And of course, his love for the Yankees.
God bless and may he rest in eternal peace. May your wonderful memories of him help you through the difficult days.
Much love,
Pam Cafferty-Lombardi

November 3, 2014

Dear Richard, Joanne and Family, We are thinking of you all at this differcult time. Our deepest sympathy. Bob, Suzie and Family

November 3, 2014

Stephanie, my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your grandfather. Warmest regards Rosemarie Gesualdi

Deborah Parente

November 3, 2014

Michael, Richard and families. My sympathy to all of you, he was 1 in a million and now he is with his soul-mate.

bobby sisto

November 3, 2014

nothing but good memories of the man. godspeed, mike and thanks for that ride to rocky point in 1961.

November 3, 2014

Richard, Joanne and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. With Deepest Sympathy.
Love Annette & Joey

Deb Imondi

November 3, 2014

Dear Richard, Jo-Ann, and all of Mike Acetta's family and friends,
Please accept my sincere sympathies on the passing of your father/grandfather. I remember you telling amusing stories of your father, Richard. May he be reunited with your Mom in heaven, and may he rest in peace. God bless him and all of you and may He be a comfort in your grief.
Deb Imondi

The Staff of Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home

November 3, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

November 2, 2014

May you find comfort from God

D Hodges

November 2, 2014

Near the time of Jesus' death, his apostles became distraught. Jesus consoled them with these words: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Exercise faith in God, exercise faith also in me.” He told them: “I shall not leave you bereaved. I am coming to you.” (John 14:1-4, 18, 27) His words

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