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Anthony Merola Obituary
Greece: June 26, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves his life wife of 54 years, Josephine; children, Terri (Chris) Battaglia, John Merola, Dan Merola, Ann Marie (Nick) Leonardi; grandchildren, Brittni, Codi, Anthony, Brooklyn, Hunter, CJ, Andrew, Nicholas & Gianna. Pooch was a loving husband, dad & papa, who cared for his family. He was the head football coach and teacher at Mt. Morris High School for eight years, Cardinal Mooney High School for thirteen years, and Fairport High School for eighteen years.
Friends may call Tuesday, 4-7 PM at the funeral home, 777 Long Pond Rd. (between English & Latta). Funeral Mass, Wednesday, 10:00 AM (NOTE TIME CHANGE) at St. John the Evangelist Church (West Ridge Rd.). In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may contribute to the family, c/o of the funeral home, to offset medical expenses.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Merola
Antoinette Curley
June 23, 2019
Rest in peace Pooch-You are with Jesus now but missed here on earth....
Pat and Antoinette Curley
July 5, 2015
Merola family. Mr. Merola will be remembered always.. He was a great teacher and coach..our thoughts and prayers are with the family..Mt. Morris Central School Class of 1963
Virgil Cotton
July 1, 2015
Merola Family - I was stunned and grieved when I heard of Coach Merola passing away. He was like a father to me during my days at Mooney. Though we lost touch during my college days, I always held fond memories of him. Coach was tough when neccessary and gentle went it counted. He had a heart as big as the sky. I will sincerely miss him. My prayers go out the family.
George Lord
July 1, 2015
My condolences to the Coach's family. He made an enormous impact on my life. The lasting example he set was you shouldn't chase the "fluff" in life but put your head down and focus on the right goals. I hope God is ready for Coach Merola!
I think I can still name everyone in the Coach's First Mooney Football team from 1964.
David Harris
July 1, 2015
Circa 1984 Dave "The Rave" has a great memory of you as my gym coach at FHS. While playing anouncer you introduced me coming to bat. You placed a dollar bill on home plate, challenging me for a home run. I gave you one and collected said bill Pete Rose style. RIP Coach
J Riley
July 1, 2015
July 1, 2015
June 30, 2015
Ann Marie and Nick,
We're so sorry to hear about your resent losses
Our thoughts are with you and your children
God bless
Deb and Greg Maccallini
Stacey Hasiotis
June 30, 2015
Josie, AnnMarie, Nick and family we are very sorry to hear of your loss.
Sincerely, Stacey and Bill Hasiotis
Debbie Stein
June 30, 2015
RIP Tony
you will be missed!!
My prayers are with you and your family!
Gary viavattine
June 30, 2015
My deepest sympathy to your family coach was a great guy and he always brought me BEAR memorabilia I think deep down he was a closet BEAR fan he will be missed
June 30, 2015
Dear Josie, Terri and Merola fammily,
It was with great saddness that I learned of Tony's passing. I have wonderful memories of him and of all of you. You were and still are one beautiful family so giving and caring of all who you came in contact with. I will never forget having Terri as a student in my first grade and in the joy i came to know of knowing your family. May God give you strength and comfort in this difficult time.
Margaret Gorzka
Chris Coke
June 30, 2015
My deepest condolences go out to Mrs. Merola, Terri, Dan, John, and the entire Merola family. I not only had the pleasure of being taught and coached by Coach Merola but also was honored to have had the opportunity to learn from him my first few years as a coach at Fairport. He is part of the reason I am the man I am today. He was loved and will be missed. Thank you for sharing your husband, father, and grandfather with the rest of us. I hope you find some peace knowing that he touched so many lives and how they are better people because of him. RIP Coach.
June 30, 2015
our thoughts are with you dorothy and frank comardo
Ed Dorris, Mooney '75
June 30, 2015
RIP Coach
June 30, 2015
Anthony was a person who had a profound and always positive affect on my life and many other youths who grew up in Caledonia. He taught us to love sports, to play clean, to always show good sportsmanship, to compete to win, but never hang our heads in defeat. He always would find a way for us young, would-be athletes to somehow get in the game with our elder heroes like Pooch, maybe by having us play center in football sandlot games, hiking for both sides. His words and example taught us more than even our excellent coaches, Bob Freeman and Les Eaton. I called him a couple of years ago to tell how much he meant to me as a friend, a coach, a mentor, and an example. I'm sure there are literally hundreds of former players in Mt. Morris, Mooney, and Fairport who have the same life-long memories and respect for what Pooch taught them. I send my deepest condolences to Josie, Anthony's children and all his family, friends and loved ones. His life was a blessing for which I--and many who loved him--are grateful. David Connor, Vermont
Brian Virgil
June 30, 2015
To the Merola family,
Mr. Merola was a good guy. I had him for gym class a few times at Mooney. We respected him greatly. He was a good man. RIP Mr. Merola.
June 30, 2015
Josie, and family,
My heart is heavy for you all. God lift you during this time and stay close as you grieve. We've know each other a long time and I share in your struggle. Much love , Bev Bleier
J Riley
June 30, 2015
Merola Family, I am sorry for your loss. He was a good man and a great coach at FHS Class 84. I will always remember his expressions "Load the wagon up with wood", etc...God Bless
Ed Dorris Mooney '75
June 30, 2015
RIP Coach
Jim Bonacquisti
June 30, 2015
I loved listening to Pooch, Coach Santini and my dad sitting around talking football when I was young. I enjoyed the Mooney football games my dad used to take my brother and me and watch Coach Merola's great teams. The best was going back to the school and celebrating with his team after a big win over AQ. RIP Pooch and my condolences to his family.
Otis Davis
June 29, 2015
In addition to Coach Merola's success on the football field, he was also an excellent track coach. I'll always remember him as being a really caring person.
June 29, 2015
Carmen Cappotelli
June 29, 2015
Dear Josie & family,
All these wonderful acculades for Poochie are so well deserved, but I remember him most growing up in the West End in Caledonia with the Cappotellis and Rapones.
Bernie Wilson
June 29, 2015
Hey Pop, we are going to all miss you. We enjoyed the time we spent together. Thank you so much for all the great memories. Josie, Dan, and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
VJ Stanley
June 29, 2015
Very few people know he was the head hockey coach at Fairport High school in 1977. great man. great coach. Im forever grateful to him.
Michael Urbonas
June 29, 2015
I will never forget him or ever be able to repay all that he did for me. May God bless and keep his family during this difficult time.
Frank Allen
June 29, 2015
I remember him well as both my high school track and science teacher at Mt. Morris Central School. Fond memories.
Pegi Davis
June 29, 2015
We are blessed to have known you and we are better people because of you. May you enjoy everlasting peace in God's sweet embrace.
Dennis Farrell
June 29, 2015
Thanks for all your support thu out the years coach
Vicki Stocking
June 29, 2015
Mrs. Merola and the whole Merola family, Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Mr. Merola was a wonderful man and he will be greatly missed by all. Please let us know if you need anything.
Vicki, Robin, Shaun and Nicki
Coach Merola's 1st Mooney Varsity 1964-65
Richard Jacobs
June 29, 2015
Coach Merola loved God! He loved his family; the kids he taught and coached and was a positive influence throughout his life. Our loss is Heaven's gain. Peace be with you our beloved coach.
CM '66
Dale Szczech
June 28, 2015
Thank you for ALL your amazing advice and support. You were a Fine man. RIP.
Dale Szczech Mooney Class of 74
CM 71
June 28, 2015
The Cardinal Mooney HS Class of 1971 sends prayers and condolences to the family of Coach Merola. He will be remembered for his guidance and dedication to his students and athletes.
Antonette Curley
June 28, 2015
Dear Josie.
May all of your happy family memories remain in your hearts and minds forever.
Love
Pat and Net(Oak Hill Va.)
Daniel Macca
June 28, 2015
I send my condolences to the family and friends of coach Merola.. I had the great pleasure of being coached by Mr. Merola at Fairport H.S. and found him to be a kind and thoughtful man.
He will be missed by many.
Patricia Rask
June 28, 2015
To Josie and family, we are so very sorry to hear of your loving husband and dad had passed away. We send our heartfelt sympathies and may God bless all of you during this time of mourning. Patty Rask and Florence Megna from the St. Padre Pio Chapel.
Linda Pettrone Bach
June 28, 2015
Dear Josie, Terri and Merola family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. What a wonderful man and what beautiful memories you are able to keep close in heart and to share with each other. Love and sincere sympathy
Maureen Congdon-Berruti
June 28, 2015
Coach Merola was loved and admired by so many. My heartfelt condolences go out to your family.
June 28, 2015
I send my condolenses to the Merola family,for the lose of a great man,thank you Mr.Merola for being a part of my life,it was short but sweet.
Alan Gardner; Class of '74
June 28, 2015
Coach Merola was dedicated to his students he taught and the athletes he coached. He will be missed.
Victory is easy; we offer this to you. Defeat is hard and we also offer this with all our hearts.
The Athletes
-Inscription on Athletes' Shrine to our Blessed Mother; Cardinal Mooney High School
John Hendry
June 28, 2015
Loved coach Merola.Taught football with controled energy. I learned a lot about life, respect and values. Great man.
John Hendry
June 28, 2015
Loved coach Merola.Taught football with controled energy. I learned a lot about life, respect and values. Great man.
linda,genova duryea
June 28, 2015
rip mr merola,you were a great coach,you are the one to introduce me to the love of sports and a cheerleader,my sympathy to your family
Gary Urbonas
June 28, 2015
Mr Merola touched many lives over his many years of coaching. He will be missed!
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