Tuccio, Peter Frank
Coach Pete Tuccio, 87, of Phoenix, Arizona, died March 29, 2016. He was born in Bellaire, Ohio. He was a loving father and grandfather to five children and their spouses, eight grandchildren and their spouses and eight great-grandchildren. Pete was loved by many. A Memorial celebration of Pete's Life will be celebrated at 1:00 PM, Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Carl Hayden High School, 3333 W. Roosevelt Street, Phoenix. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Apr. 3, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Tuccio

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11 Entries

Barbara Richardson

April 16, 2016

I love you Pete,in my heart you will always be my dad. I will always cherish the time I was blessed to have you in my life. I always wanted to make you proud because of who you were and what you stood for. You were a honest beautiful soul who was always so strong for everyone else. You always loved your friends and your family with all of your heart. I will always think of you as my dad and remember how you helped me to become a better person. You were truly a gift from god blessing my life with love. I know your at peace and I will always smile when I think of my favorite coach.

Barbara Richardson

April 16, 2016

I first met Pete when I was about 14 and it completely changed my life. My father was not around at this time, but Pete was. Through the hardest times of my life he was always there with love and support. He became a father to me and my brother. I always wanted him to be proud of me because I loved who he was and what he stood for. He was a honest soul and a amazing man. He loved his family and his friends. In my heart I will always think of him as my dad. I will always cherish the moments I had with him in my life. In my heart he will always be my dad. I will miss him everyday and everyday I will try to make him proud. He helped me become a better person and that I will always be thankful for. This has been such a hard loss and I am so thankful for Frank and Sammy who have helped us get through it. We will miss you Pete and you will always be our favorite coach. I love you and I will always smile thinking about you.

Stan Stovall

April 7, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Coach Pete Tuccio. He was a wonderful man who played a major role in the development of countless young men and women at Carl Hayden High School, me included. First, he was an excellent teacher. I was in his World History class my Junior year. He made it interesting and relevant. His greatest impact on my life was as my basketball coach, mentor and surrogate father. I treasure the wonderful memories of playing for him as a member of the Varsity Basketball Team, but I value even more, the quiet, reflective moments of conversation about good sportsmanship, what it means to be a man, taking responsibility for your actions, and always be respectful and kind to others. I graduated from Hayden in 71' and moved away from Phoenix in 75'. My only regret is that I didn't get a chance to tell Pete in person, how much I appreciate the role he played in helping me be the person I am today.
Rest in Peace Coach

April 7, 2016

Are Deepest Condolence,TO THE TUCCIO FAMILY.IT sure was an honor to meet "coach" When i did.Such a blessed man.HE will truly be missed,by all but not forgotten."love you coach; your friend,PHIL&FAMILY...

April 7, 2016

Our sincere condolences to the family. We all loved his stories, and once even got to hear a short song. Such a giving man, and he truely loved to coach.

The Infusion Nurses at Banner

Kathy Setka

April 6, 2016

To the family of Coach Tuccio,
Your Father was an amazing man. He was a great role model for the students at Carl Hayden, both in the classroom and on the basketball court. My family went to CHHS from the beginning until 1969. But we continued go to the football and basketball games over the years. My brother, Steve enjoyed Coach Tuccio's friendship since his high school days. He made a difference in so many lives of CHHS students over many decades. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
The Setka Family

Marilyn Carter Karl Kindrick

April 5, 2016

So many people speak very highly of this man. He was a great teacher, a great man and we all enjoyed visiting with him at the Coaches Gatherings at Tosos. His children must be very proud of their father. Our heart's are with each and every one of you in this time of your loss. Sincerely, Marilyn and Karl.

Damita Moore

April 4, 2016

God Bless the family during this sad time. Mr. Tuccio was a great teacher and mentor. He had a positive impact on several generations. He will be greatly missed.

Damita Brooks Moore

Class of 1971

Tommie Taylor

April 4, 2016

Mr.Tuccio was my World History teacher my freshman year of high school. He was a wonderful teacher who stimulated discussion on the different events in world history and why they occurred. I remember his class being one of my best in high school.My sincerest condolences to his family. May God's love and grace surround you today and always.

V C

April 3, 2016

Thanks for teaching me the fundamentals of basketball Coach T

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