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Samuel Bello Obituary
Samuel M. Bello Sr., 82, of 325 S. McKean St. died Wednesday at Butler Memorial Hospital after an illness.
Born in Butler, Sept. 11, 1922, he was the son of Michael and Conchita Allen Bello.
He owned and operated Bello's Auto Body Shop in Butler for 45 years.
Mr. Bello was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church, the Sons of Italy and a 50-year member of the Butler Moose Lodge. He was a former board member of Butler Area Sports Hall of Fame; one of the founders of the Butler Area Midget Football League, where he also coached for a number of years; and a former athletic manager for Butler Cubs ASA Football Team. He was an avid sportsman and fisherman.
Surviving are his wife, Margaret "Mickey" McMahon Bello, whom he married April 2, 1945; two sons and daughters-in-law, Samuel M. and Marcia Bello Jr. of Findlay, Ohio, and George T. and Elizabeth Bello of Olean, N.Y.; a daughter and son-in-law, Catherine and James E. Swift of Butler; and three sisters, Mrs. Rose Pintell, Mrs. Mary Vero and Mrs. Lillian Giunta, all of Butler. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Joseph N. and Ginger Bello Sr. of Findlay, Samantha Swift of Butler, Mark and Christine Swift of Butler, Stephanie Swift of Pittsburgh and Angelina Bello of Olean; a great-grandson, Joseph N. Bello Jr. of Findlay; and a number of loving nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Bello.
BELLO - Friends of Samuel M. Bello Sr., who died Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2005, will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at MARTIN FUNERAL HOME, 429 Center Ave. A blessing service will follow at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with his church pastor, the Rev. James Dolan, officiating. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery.
The Bereavement Group of St. Michael Parish will hold a scriptural wake service at 3 p.m. Friday at funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Bello
CATHERINE BELLO SWIFT
March 11, 2005
DADDY, I MISS YOU WITH MY WHOLE HEART AND SOUL. SO MANY PEOPLE LOVED AND RESPECTED YOU FOR THE WONDERFUL THINGS YOU DID IN YOUR LIFE. YOU AND YOUR MEMORY WILL LIVE ON IN MY HEART FOREVER...... LOVE, YOUR LITTLE GIRL
Gary Bellis
March 9, 2005
To the Bello family, we offer our condolences. I'll always remember Sam, "Mr. Bello", from his coaching days.
Gary and Carol Bellis
Karen (Rattigan) Vargo
March 5, 2005
Dear Kathy and Sam, So sorry to read of the loss of your father. Jim and I were away for the month of February and just learned of his passing. I am sorry we were not here to express our sympathy in person.
kathy coyle
March 2, 2005
Kathy, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I wanted to come to the funeral home but Dad got sick suddenly and was unable to come. I really feel bad for you cause I know the lost you are feeling. You will be in our prayers. Love Kathy & Pat.
Dave Cochran
February 22, 2005
My sympathies to the Bello family. I never got to know Sam very well but he was certainly a leader and mentored many of todays technicians and shop owners. He will be missed by all.
Mel Miller
February 18, 2005
Sam, George, and Bello Family: I was so sorry to read of Sam Sr. passing. My thoughts lead back 50 years when Sam umpired our Bantam league games. Subsequently I was helped by his efforts with football, the Cubs, and in business. Sam's unstinting contribution to the youth of Butler and his work in the business community were monumental. My deepest sympathies and warmest regards to the Bello, Guinta, Vero and Pintell families.
Mel Miller
Dave Zinn
February 15, 2005
Dear Bello Family: Sam was an old friend from years ago , I will always hold him in my good memories.
God Bless you all>
Holly (Hageman)Hartzell
February 14, 2005
Cathy, Jim & family,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family as I know how very close you all were.
God Bless
Holly and family
polly winchester
February 12, 2005
Dear Mickey and Family
I am feeling so sad for you loss, I know how numb you all are feeling as we lost Gene ten weeks ago today.
I was in there to see Sam yesterday and told you who I was,but don't expect you to remember as I am still numb.We met Sam many years ago and always admired him to what a beautiful man and friend he was. now they are at piece with God and no more pain, may God bless all of you.you are in our prayers.love Polly Winchester and family
polly winchester
February 12, 2005
Dear Mickey and Family
I am so very sad about your loss, I know how numb you are feeling as i lost Gene ten weeks ago today.we all know they both are at peice with God. we met sam many years ago and always knew he was a beautiful person and friend, may God bless all of you to get through this, you are in my prayers love polly winchester and family
Gary & Kandy Archer
February 12, 2005
Our heartfelt sympathy is with you all at this sad time. We know how much you will all miss him. Sam will be missed by all who knew him.
Gary and I are away for the month of February and just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,
Gary and Kandy
Michele Fichera
February 12, 2005
Deepest and heartfelt condolences from the Offutt family.
Lorraine Koscinski
February 11, 2005
George and Liz,
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Please know you and your family are in our prayers.
Lorraine, Tim & Hanna
Roz Goorin
February 11, 2005
You have our deepest sympathy and Love, Roz and Marshall
Ralph Burris
February 11, 2005
My sympathy to the Bello Family. Sam was a great friend and will be missed.
Dorothy Ray
February 11, 2005
I would like to send my deepest sympathies to all, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Harry & Jeanne Thompson
February 11, 2005
Dear Cathy & Bello Family:
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time-May you find comfort in your memories. Harry will always remember Sam and his dancing.
Ed & Dianne Kelley
February 10, 2005
George & Liz, We are sadden to hear the loss of your Father. He is in peace now. Just for Today, & One Day at a Time.
Judy Saleet
February 10, 2005
Dear Bello Family ~ Just wanted to let you know that you are in our thoughts ~Our families have been friends for a long time and i wanted you to know that you are all in our prayers. God Bless Judy (Leventhal) Saleet PS ~ Liz~ email me ~ I lost your email address when my PC crashed<3
Jill Badertscher
February 10, 2005
My deepest sympathy to you all. My heart is with you.
Michael & Dee Dee Newcaster
February 10, 2005
Our deepest sympathy to the Bello & Cathy Swift families. Sam was a very nice hard working man, that will be missed by many. I will miss seeing him at the Butler Moose Lodge. May his soul rest in peace.
Mike Cicco
February 10, 2005
George,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these trying times. I lost my mom in December and know exactly what you are going through. She is now with my dad and my brother David. May god bless you.
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