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MARCO JUDE IANNELLI GIOVENGO
MARCO JUDE IANNELLI GIOVENGO
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MARCO GIOVENGO Obituary
Age 22, of Wexford, died on Fri. March 16, 2012 in his dormitory room at Robert Morris University. Beloved son of Jude and Donna (Iannelli) Giovengo; loving brother of Diandra Giovengo; beloved grandson of Robert and Cathy Iannelli and the late Dolores Iannelli and the late Antoinette and Anthony Giovengo; also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, fraternity brothers and close friends. Marco lived with muscular dystrophy but was still one of RMU's most active members. He was a drummer for RMU marching and pep band, a member of the homecoming court this fall and also a brother of the Phi Sigma Kappa fraternity. He was pursuing a degree in sports management and was expected to graduate in May. Friends received Monday 6-9 p.m. and Tuesday 2-4, 6-9 p.m. at T.B. DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME, 806 Perry Hwy., North Hills, Mass of Christian Burial in Sisters of the Holy Spirit Chapel, 5246 Clarwin Ave., Pgh., PA 15229, Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Marco Giovengo Memorial Fund at Robert Morris Univ., Office of Annual Giving, 6001 University Blvd., Attn. Jennifer Crawford, Moon Twp., PA 15108.
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Barry Hirsch
May 11, 2012
Dear Donna and Jude,
I just spoke with you this week having learned of Marco's passing. You know how terribly touched I am in this very sad time for you. I first began caring for Marco when he was 12. He was always so mature and appreciative during our brief interactions. We went through some relatively minor ordeals providing care, keeping him out of trouble, and assuring critical hearing, which he maintained.
I personally feel a huge void knowing we will not have those combined visits together. I do and will miss him very much. Though redundant, he is, not was, inspirational to everyone he met.
My heart felt sorrow,
Barry Hirsch
April 16, 2012
We just learned of Marco's passing recently. We knew Marco from the IFPAA Challenger Baseball league. Marco certainly taught others a lot about living life to the fullest. May your sadness someday be replaced with happy memories of him and the joy he brought to others! David, Kathy, Bethany & Josh Borgese
Susan Kern
April 16, 2012
Dear Jude and Donna,
A month has passed and I just learned of Marco's passing yesterday at our first IFPAA Challenger baseball practice. Everyone knows how much Marco loved baseball and it was wonderful that he was able to be on the field and play with us for so many years. Marco had so much heart and spunk. Nothing could keep him from accomplishing what he set out to do. Marco will be fondly remember. It was a pleasure and inspiration to have him in our lives.
Ron (Iron) Flynn
April 14, 2012
Dear Jude & family, I'm so sorry to hear of Marcos passing. He was such a determined young man, and you guys gave him every opertunity to succeed, and he did. Marco was an inspiration to all who knew him, and will be sorley missed by all. God bless you all.
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Sheila Todaro
March 24, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Marco was an inspiration to all who knew him, and touched many lives. I had the pleasure of knowing Marco when I worked at Robert Morris Univ. (Coordinator, Residence Life). God Bless and keep you in His care.
Katie Wisniewski
March 23, 2012
Always looked forward to seeing Marco . He was and will always be a huge inspiration. He touched the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him.
Cheryl Moses
March 23, 2012
Jude and Donna ....and Family...
Our deepest sympathy to all of you...it was so apparent to all who had the pure joy of ever meetiing him that he was such a
special gift from God.
Thoughts...prayers...and heartfelt condolences from all of us.
Cheryl and Tony Moses
March 23, 2012
I had the pleasure of working weekly with Marco during his middle school years. He was truly a joy to be around. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Sincerely,
Johnetta Artinger
March 22, 2012
Dear Donna, Jude and Family,
We were so deeply saddened to hear of Marco's passing. Words cannot express the sorrow that we feel for you and your extended families. Unfortunately , we are out of town and can't express our sympathy in person. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless, Noreen and Joe Orlando
Kiki Lockwood
March 22, 2012
Dear Donna, Jude and Diandra,
Our hearts are breaking for you.......and our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always! Sending much love, Kiki, Will and Kelly
Brian Trovato and Family
March 21, 2012
Marco was always a hero to me and always will be. Jude and Donna are amazing parents and we are so sorry for your loss. I hope you find some comfort that Marco has touched so many lives in his short time with us. I smile when I think of Marco and his Pap catching up. Although I wish it was more, I am so grateful for our time we spent together. God Bless his Family, Friends and RMU PSK Brothers.
Theodore Mitch
March 21, 2012
Dear Donna, Jude, Diandra, & Giovengo family,
Marco was an inspiration to me and everyone else who has ever came across to meet him. It was truly an honor to not only know him, but become a friend and brother with him. He will continue to be an inspiration to me and many others that he touched throughout his life.
Many thoughts and prayers,
Lynette Riello
March 21, 2012
Dear Donna, Jude, Diandra, and the Giovengo family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marco was an incredible man.
Clearly he was loved, admired, and respected by so many people.
He taught us how to enjoy life and make the most of each day.
Much love,
Lynette Riello and Dylan Schmotzer
Brad and Susan Forbush
March 21, 2012
We found out through Tom about the loss of your son. Our heart goes out to you across the miles and years at this sad time.
-Susan Zytka Forbush
Dear Jude, It was many years ago, I remember sitting next to you, I think it was at the wake for Susan's mother. You told me all about your son. I was impressed with how much you cared for him, and that impression has stayed with me all this time. I'm sorry for this great loss.
Sincerely
Brad Forbush
March 20, 2012
Dear Jude and Donna, I am saddened by this terrible news. My thoughts, my prayers and my love are with you and your family......if you need me, please call...............Richy Muckle
Chad Zappa
March 20, 2012
Donna and Jude. I was shocked and sad to hear of Marco's passing. I was fortunate enough to meet and befriend Marco for a short time. What a fine young man you raised. Always had a smile on his face when we would talk, and his determination was so strong. Please accept my deepest sympathy... my prayers are with you and your family at this time.
The (Martorella) Campalong's
March 20, 2012
Jude & Donna,
I have learned that it is not the "physically handicapped" that are handicapped but those that do not have the "physical" limitations. And Marco was living proof of that for 22 years, thanks to you two and your family. From his Dean's list accomplishments, his participation as a drummer, his fraternity commitment, etc., etc., etc. He inspired so many people in so many, many ways yet because he did not feel "handicapped" (as he was NOT), he and you may have not even know the extent of it. He was, and still is, God's blessing that he gave to you and so many others. If only some of us could have viewed life as he did and could be half as good of a person that he was....
Carley Church
March 20, 2012
Dear Jude and Donna, I give you my deepest sympathy for the loss of Marco. He was such an amazing person, and cousin. I'm sorry that i couldn't be there in person this week for you both. Love you.
March 20, 2012
We are very sorry for your loss. Marco was truly an inspiration to anyone that knew him or knew of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
- Ann, Christy, and Kaelyn Campbell
Luke Bulino
March 20, 2012
Dear Donna & Jude,
Laura and I were very sad to hear of Marco's passing. We wish you lots of love during this tough time and wish we could be there to help support you with the rest of the family.
Love,
Luke
Brigitte Riello
March 20, 2012
We were so sorry to hear about Marco. Please accept our deepest sympathy. The loss of a child is the worst loss in the world. He touched many lives and had an endless stream of accomplishments. It was a joy to follow his life on Facebook.
Christopher McShane
March 20, 2012
Marco,
I never met you in person, but I know from knowing you through facebook and our bond as Phi Sigs and brothers that you are special. I will remember our common love of sports, and the buccos and pens and steelers. God bless you my departed friend, I will miss you.
March 20, 2012
Jude and Donna, So sorry for the loss of Marco, may his good memories last and comfort you for your lifetimes. Mike & Elaine Poliziani
Todd Zimmerman
March 20, 2012
Dear Jude,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. I never had the honor of meeting your son, but from everything I have heard he was an incredible person who touched many lives. You and your family will be in my thoughts.
David and Jennifer Fagan
March 20, 2012
We never met Marco but heard nothing but wonderful things about him through Mary Smith, the nurse. She takes care of our daughter Sierra. We are so sorry to hear of Marcos passing. May God give you peace.
Ramona Funovits
March 20, 2012
I was so sorry to hear of Marco's passing. He was a remarkable young man. He marched with my boys in the NA Band. I was a very active Band Parent and was truly inspired by Marco's attitude and enthusiasm. He will be missed. May God Bless and comfort you in this time of sorry.
Ciccotelli Family
March 20, 2012
To Marco's family: Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Our son, Nick, is also a drummer in the RMU Band. Marco was truly an inspiration to everyone, and will be missed.
Debbie Scotto
March 19, 2012
I knew Marco in his days as a member of the NA Marching Band. He was a very special young man and the world is a little less for his passing.
March 19, 2012
Our hearts go out to the Giovengo family. While we did not know Marco well, it is evident that he was a young man of strong will and determination. Heather thought very highly of Marco and would speak with pride when telling about his accomplishments. Neal and I are grateful for the few times we got to see Marco and share some happier family events. May his memory be a blessing and comfort to you. Michelle and Neal Farkas
Daniel Weiner
March 19, 2012
I am so sorry to learn of Marco's passing. I will miss seeing him.
Chris Bender
March 19, 2012
Donna and Jude,
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Marco has made an imprint on more lives in his 22 years than most of us ever have the opportunity. He will be greatly missed and remembered always.
Michael Jacobs
March 19, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Michael Jacobs
Blooms Florist
Mark Charitan
March 19, 2012
Jude,
Tom Zytka told me of your loss. I am very sorry to hear the news, and will pray for your son. I lost my boy at 4 months old. It's never easy. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Mark Charitan
Jane Early-Groom
March 19, 2012
Marco's presense was a gift to the world. Trust in God and he will lead all of you thru this time of sorrow.
Joyce Creese (Kelly)
March 19, 2012
Marco is now among the angels as we know our Bart is.He was a gift to all who knew him.Such a special young man who will be sorely missed. Our family's deepest sympathy to Donna, Jude and your family.Love, Aunt Joyce
Kathy Thomson
March 19, 2012
My deepest condolences to you Jude and your family. Marco was a remarkable young man. We in the industry have followed Marco's journey through your loving stories of him. Peace be with you my friend.
Frank Tatone
March 19, 2012
Please accept my thoughts and prayers, and may The Lord sustain you now and always. Marco had been my 9th grade student at NAI, then as a part-time instructor at RMU, I had been blessed by his company in seeing him on campus, at football games, and through emails. Knowing Marco is a blessing.
Wendy Roan
March 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Giovengo and Iannelli families. I met Marco through a friend. He was a real inspiration. Thank you for sharing him with us.
Patti Snyder
March 19, 2012
God is our refuge and strength...
Deepest and sincere sympathy.
Tom Silverblatt
March 19, 2012
I was so sorry to hear the news. He was a very special young man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dana DiBasilio
March 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to both the Giovengo and Iannelli families. Marco will be missed but we now have another angel watching over us.
Vincent and Brian Panucci
David and Dana DiBasilio
Lisa Riello-Jones
March 19, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Al Nicholas
March 18, 2012
My God! He will be missed. May God and The Blessed Mother hold him close. May God Comfort his family and friends. I know Marco since the day he was born and what an inspiration he was to all that came to know him. He was the coolest guy I knew. Our hearts have an ache from the loss and a Joy from knowing him. Jude, Donna and Family my Family is here for you.
Debbie Heinecke
March 18, 2012
Donna and Jude,
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Marco was always such a wonderful boy who grew into an fantastic young man. He was such an inspiration with his persistence to follow his dreams as well as all of your efforts to give Marco the best life possible. I will keep all of you in my prayers! God Bless You!
Christina (Hughes) Hall
March 18, 2012
Marco accomplished so much and was such an inspiration to all. For this, I am proud to have known him. I love the young man that Marco was and am saddened by his sudden passing. The Giovengo family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Keegan Beemsterboer
March 18, 2012
Marco was an inspiration to all those around him, living his life to the fullest. Always in good spirits. God bless.
MIchael Calderone
March 18, 2012
I am sorry for the loss. He will be in my thoughts and prayers.
March 18, 2012
I was one of Marco's nurses in his NICU/RCU days. Such a beautiful child. Such a wonderful family. I have thought of you often. It was time for another angel. Run fast, Marco!
Darla RN BSN CPN
March 18, 2012
Marco what do you say about a young man who inspired me so much, he was caring, loving and a piriate fan for life. I will mis you deeply. Jude and Donna if you ever need to talk, call anytime.
love you always Cathie
carolann gentile
March 18, 2012
Marco was a fabulous young man...a true "GEM" I send you prayers and love. God bless..I love you all!
Donna Wood-Schempp
March 18, 2012
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved son, Marco. You have my very deepest sympathy and I will
pray for comfort and peace for you and your family.
Joan Hughes
March 18, 2012
Marco's spirit will always be alive in the hearts of those who knew him. His determination to be a regular guy was admirable and successful. Marco taught me the true meaning of courage. I already miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Pitt Baseball
March 18, 2012
Marco was an ispiration to all of us. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe Jordano
March 18, 2012
deepest swmpathies to you and family if yu ever need us anytime mr and mrs chook martorella
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