Kansas City, Missouri
Samuel J. Ancona, 88, passed away February 8, 2010. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday, February 12, at St. Therese Catholic Church, 7207 NW Hwy. 9, Kansas City, MO 64152. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-9 p.m. Thursday at Passantino Bros. Funeral Home, 2117 Independence Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64124, where the rosary will be said at 7 p.m. Sam was born September 29, 1921, in Kansas City, MO, to Jack and Giovanna Ancona. He served his country in the United States Navy as a Chief Petty Officer aboard the USS Yancey during WWII. Sam worked hard to make his way up the ladder of life and was very successful. He joined the Teamsters and there he found his true calling – the art of negotiation. His skill in dealing with union issues was recognized at the highest levels and he was selected to serve the International Office. Sam's greatest source of pride was his family and he never let anything come before them. He was always there for his children and grandchildren, whether they needed an extra dollar or a piece of advice. His generosity was legendary. Sam was preceded in death by his wife, Susie Ancona, in 1991; brothers, Joe Ancona and John Ancona; and sisters, Genevieve Gilbert and Rose Sorrentino. He is survived by his children, Jeanine Robinson and husband Tom, Rosemary Ancona Sylvan, Jack Ancona and wife Mary; grandchildren, Anna Sue Fasone, Michal Fasone, Sam Sylvan, Nick Sylvan, Lori Strada, Joe Strada, Susie Ancona; great-grandson, Colton Fasone; sister and brothers-in-law, Rosinae and Tony Campobasso, Charles Gilbert; brothers- in-law and sisters-in-law, Scoots and Lola Scudiero, Anthony and Mary Jane Scudiero, Mary Ann Monteleone; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pallbearers: Joe Gicinto, Dr. John Campobasso, Duke Nabors, Joe Sorrentino, Jack J. Ancona, Michael Monteleone. Honorary Pallbearers: Del "Dub" Nabors, Chuck Cacioppo Sr., Dick Sandifer. Sam's family would like to thank the staff and residents of Sweet Life of Rosehill, The Atriums, and Odyssey Hospice; and offer a special thank you to a close member of the family Sr. Rita Amarante, and special caregiver Shell. (Arr.: Passantino Bros. Funeral Home, (816) 471-2844.)
Read MoreJack and Mary, Steve has told me about your Dad, I offer my condolences to yourself and family, always remember the great
times and all the laughter that you all have had, one door closes
and another opens for the comfort of all, my prayers be with you.
Paul D. Las Vegas Nev
March 02, 2010
Jack and Mary, Steve has told me about your Dad, I offer my condolences to yourself and family, always remember the great
times and all the laughter that you all have had, one door closes
and another opens for the comfort of all, my prayers be with you.
Paul D. Las Vegas Nev
paul depierro
March 02, 2010 | Las Vegas, NV
Jeanene . . . I'm so sorry for your loss.
Karol VanKirk Edinger
February 26, 2010
Jeanine, Tom, Roaemary, and Jack,
It was such an honor to care for your dad during the years he lived at The Atriums. He has left us with so many laughs and stories we may not need to repeat. LOL Each and everyone of you were so faithful caring for him and it was great working with each of you. Our staff truly felt like apart of the family.
You are in our thought and prayers.
Chris Carbah
Atriums Assisted Living Staff
Chris Carbah
February 13, 2010 | Overland Park, KS
Dear Jack, Rosemary, Jeanine
I just found out about your father. I'm so sorry for your lost. Words can never ease the pain that you must be feeling. You are in my thoughts and prayers..
toni begulia-donegan
February 13, 2010
Cruiser, Jeanine, & Rosemary, please forgive me for not attending, I have the worst cold. My thoughts & prayers are with everyone of you.
All my love,
Kathy Bonacorso
Kathy Bonacorso
February 12, 2010 | Kansas City, MO
Jeanine, Rosemary and Jack.....
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Just remember that our Lord is always with you.
Roseanna Sorrentino
February 11, 2010 | South Chicago Heights, IL
To the Family of Sam and Susie:
I have many fond memories of Sam and Susie, and the years I worked with Sam in the Teamster Joint Council office. Sam always thought he needed to protect me from some of the "elements". If it looked like I was getting into "dangerous waters" at some of the Christmas parties or events, Sam all of a sudden would be there telling me it was time to go home. Sam always made me laugh. I remember I always thought Susie was very beautiful and had a kind smile...
Janet Lawson
February 11, 2010 | Overland Park, KS
jack, our thoughts are with you and your family at this time of grief. you should feel some comfort and peace of mind in knowing that you were a good son. may the memories which you have and that time do not erase help you to carry on. rafael and hortencia
February 11, 2010
