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Alfred Capobianco Obituary
Alfred A. Capobianco, 78, of Moravian Hall Square, formerly of Bangor, died Tuesday, January 1, 2008, at Moravian Hall Square. Born in Bangor, May 16, 1929, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Caterina (Confalone) Capobianco. Al retired in 1990 from John Hancock, after 35 years of service. He was a 1947 graduate of Bangor High School, where he excelled in football and basketball, and was inducted into the Bangor High School Athletic Hall of Fame October 6, 2007. For 49 years, Al was a P.I.A.A. official, officiating basketball and football games throughout eastern Pennsylvania. The highlight of his career was officiating the Easton Phillipsburg Thanksgiving Day football game for 15 years. He was the husband of the late Marjorie E. (Owens) Capobianco, who died on October 2, 2006. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 2, 2006. Survivors: Two daughters, Karen P. Kopsick and her husband Steven, of Wallingford, Delaware County, Ann C. Dally and her husband State Representative Craig A., of Bushkill Township; two sons, Alfred P. Capobianco and his wife Maria J. of Vienna, Virginia, John C. Capobianco and his wife Andrea of Nazareth; 10 grandchildren who were the passion of his life, Jane and Jonathan Kopsick, Sarah and Alison Dally, Julia, Matthew and Anna Capobianco and John, Caterina and Joseph Capobianco; three sister-in laws, Filomena Capobianco of Silver Spring, Md., Jeanette E. Feiser and her husband Charles of Souderton, Carol O. Shaplin, of Washington Township, many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, three brothers, John, Carmen, and Pasquale, and sister Josephine Romano all died earlier. Als extended family included the dedicated and exceptional caregivers of Moravian Hall Square, where he resided the last six years of his life after suffering a spinal cord injury. Services: A memorial service celebrating Als life will be held promptly at 7:30 p.m. Friday, January 4, at St. Johns Lutheran Church, 200 S. Broad St. Nazareth, PA. There will be viewing hours from 4-7 p.m., Friday at the Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, January 5, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, N. Garibaldi and 3rd Aves., Roseto. Interment will be in the New Catholic Cemetery, Roseto. The Guerro & Ruggiero Funeral Home, 126 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl is in charge of the arrangements. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that memorial donations be made to The Good Samaritan Fund, c/o Moravian Hall Square, 175 W. North St., Nazareth, PA 18064.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alfred Capobianco
Tom & Jo-Ann Knitter
January 17, 2008
Ann, Al, Karen, John and Families,
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your Father. He was a wonderful Father and Grandfather and will be greatly missed. Even though he is in a better place it doesn't make the loss any easier. The void that was created will never be filled. He has left behind a beautiful legacy for his children and grandchildren. May you always hold dear to your heart the many memories he has made for you. You are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the months ahead as you go through this most difficult time.
John De Luca
January 16, 2008
I WOULD LIKE TO OFFER MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE CAPOBIANCO FAMILY.I WORKED WITH AL
WITH THE SAME COMPANY FOR MANY YEARS;AS DID MY DECEASED FATHER,LOUIS DE LUCA.THEY ALSO GREW UP TOGETHER IN THE SAME COMMUNITY.I ALWAYS ADMIRED AL BECAUSE,TO ME,HE WAS THE EPITOME OF A "GOOD FAMILY MAN".I'LL NEVER FORGET A STATEMENT THAT HE MADE TO ME--"TO ERR IS HUMAN;TO FORGIVE IS DIVINE"! I'M SURE THAT HE LIVED BY THIS CREDO.-GOD BLESS YOU,AL.
JACK DE LUCA
David Sabatini
January 15, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Geri Andreacchio
January 9, 2008
To The Capobianco Family,
I was a neighbor of your parents, our backyards met. I remember your dad hanging out the wash while your mom was at work at the high school. Late summer he would bring us tomatoes that he grew. I will always remember, when the weather got warm, your mom would be out back at night with the grandchildren and flash lights singing songs. It always brought a smile to my face. They were two beautiful people. They are together again, in God's hands.
My prayers are with them.
Geri Andreacchio
John and Beverly SCHIMMEL PA
January 8, 2008
Karen, Ann, Al, John and families,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I am so sorry for your loss. I apologize for the lateness of this notice, If I can be of any assistance please feel free to contact me.
Lisa Ripper
January 7, 2008
Dear Al and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know how very proud you were of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, as are your many friends at FBI Headquarters.
Beverly (Beegle) Chamberlin
January 6, 2008
To the Capobianco Family,
So sorry to know your Father has passed, he fought a long and hard battle. I graduated with your Mother and knew Al for such a long time. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Beverly Beegle Chamberlin, Holden Beach, NC
[email protected]
Dick & Jo McNally
January 5, 2008
Dear Karen and all the rest of Al's Family
We were so sorry to learn of Al's passing today. Dick has many fond memories of football officiating and golfing with AL - not to mention happy hours spent eating cheese-steak sandwiches at Dietzi's Tavern. Had we known sooner, we would certainly have been at the service.
January 5, 2008
Dear Al,
We will miss you so very much. The void in our lives will be great. As Ann has said, "I know he was ready but I wasn't. " That sums it up for us all. We all know this was best for you. You are free. You will live on in the hearts of all of us, especially your family. I thank You for the support you have given our children in all they have done the pass 9 years. You were their surrogate grandfather in so many ways and we thank you for that. We pray you will find the peace and comfort you are so deserving of.
Love You Always,
Michael , Karin , Matt & Kate
the Colahan Family
January 5, 2008
to the family of Al Capobianco
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
David Carmichael
January 5, 2008
To The Capobianco Family,
The Carmichael Family sends our deepest sympathies on the passing of your father, Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort. May Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior, bless all of your family.
The Carmichael Family
Lynda Hughes
January 5, 2008
Karen, Ann, Al, John and families,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Lynda Hughes & Children
Joe and Sandra Sylvester
January 4, 2008
Karen Ann Al John
God and your mother must be having a debate and God called the finest referee He knew to help Him. We knew who won that one.May you find peace and comfort knowing that they are together in Gods' presence.
Karen Zampell
January 4, 2008
Dear Karen and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ed & Linda Demansky
January 4, 2008
To the family of Al Capobianco
Words cannot express the empathy and sympathy we feel for all of you.
We can only hope you know how much a part of many lives they have been and with Al's passing, it truly is the end of an era. Without Marge and Al none of us will ever be able to fill the space their passing has created. However, they left us we so many memories for which we are thankful.
Your family is and will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Linda & ED
Fred, Carmela, Mary & Nick Sabatino and Family
January 4, 2008
We would like to express our deepest condolences to the entire family at the passing of Cousin Alfredo. We extend our thoughts and prayers to the entire family and know he is in a better place now.
From our family to yours - may God Bless you all.
Eric Fraunfelter
January 4, 2008
John & the entire Capobianco Family:
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You parents are very special to me and they represent many of the memorable and special times in my life. I remember all of the sleeps overs and your dad's great sense of humor, as well as, all of the great dinners that Marge would prepare for anyone who walked through the door (at times 8-10 of us). I thank your dad and mom for the wonderful memories that I will cherish for a lifetime and your friendship as well. May your father rest in peace and I will keep him in my prayers. My deepest sympathies to your whoile family.
Susan Smith
January 4, 2008
Ann, Craig, and Family. Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. What a valiant fight he waged for the passed 6 years. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Bruce and Susan Smith
Mike and Jenn Rinker
January 3, 2008
Dear John and family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
January 3, 2008
To John Capobianco and Family,
It is always a sad time when we lose a loved one, especially a parent. The loving memories can help guide and strengthen you as you carry on with your life.
We are sorry for your loss.
Mike and Barbara Schiavone
Rosann Sherry
January 3, 2008
Dear Karen, Ann, Al & John,
I often think of our childhood days and the wonderful memories we have to treasure. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Karen and Leroy Mengel
January 3, 2008
Ann, Craig and Family,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. I know your happy memories will be with you during this time of sorrow. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard & Sandra Stinson
January 3, 2008
We were very sorry to hear of Al's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Joe Diorio
January 3, 2008
To the family of Al Capobianco,
Your father was a true mentor to fellow football officials and I will never forget the help and advice he gave me over the years. He was admired, was a true gentleman, and was someone who will be sorely missed.
Jack, Elaine and Bobby Finelli
January 3, 2008
To the Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Al rest in peace. He will be missed.
Frank D'Angelo
January 3, 2008
To the family and friends of Al,
Just wanted to drop note expressing my sorrow for your loss. I had the honor of officiaiting with Al (including 11 of those 15 Easton/P'burg games) and he was a credit to the game. He will be missed by all his officiating brothers but we do know that he will be watching us from a much better seat!
Beth Kowalski
January 3, 2008
To the family of Mr. Capobianco,
There are no words to describe how sorry I am for your loss. May Al find peace with Marge now that his suffering is ended. As I read his obituary, I smiled as I recalled so many wonderful memories of growing up with your family; sporting events, cheerleading, Roosevelt Elementary School, sleighriding, and the list goes on and on. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fondly, Beth (Fishler) Kowalski
The Pritchards
January 3, 2008
Al, Karen, Ann, John:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your families. It still seems strange to go past the house and not see or hear something going on. There's not much left of the "lifetime neighbors" anymore. We're thinking of all of you.
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