Eugene Rubin Scioli

It is with peaceful hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Dr. Eugene Rubin Scioli, cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 7, 1928, “Gene” was a remarkable man who touched countless lives in his 95 plus years.

A first-generation child of immigrants, Eugene was married to his beloved wife, Helen for 61 years until her passing in November 2015. Together they created a beautiful legacy: six children, twenty-two grandchildren and soon to be forty-three great-grandchildren, all of whom carry forward his spirit of love, faith and service. His life was anchored in his faith in Almighty God, which guided him daily and inspired everyone who knew him. He was very active in Christ the King Cathedral since 1960 serving in several leadership roles including Past President of the Parish Council, President of the Fr. Junipero Serra Club, he was a member of Knights of the Holy Sepulcher and on the Steering Committee for the Vatican Museum Exhibit which traveled from Rome to Texas. Eugene enjoyed his Monday inter-denominational prayer group/bible study where he cherished his friendships with such fine men. 

A proud Marine, Eugene was a patriot in every sense, dedicated to his country and to the values he held dear. He was the youngest Sergeant at age 18 serving 2 years before the GI Bill helped him attend Rutgers University-Camden. After his time at Camp Lejeune and college he channeled his commitment to service into medicine attending Chicago College of Podiatry becoming a respected Podiatrist and Board-Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon. Caring for his patients for over 47 years, they knew him not only for his skill but for his kindness and integrity as he treated all with the same care he extended to his own family. He was Past-President of the Texas Podiatry Association, and was appointed by Governor William Clements to serve on the Board of Texas Medical Examiners and was a member of the Cattlemen’s Association, The Lubbock Osteopathic Hospital Foundation. He was active in the Lubbock and Garza County Medical Associations and volunteered at various VA hospitals in Texas serving the patients for no charge. 

Eugene was a seeker of knowledge and a passionate, life-long learner. He relished attending the Art Lecture series at the Texas Tech Museum. In his free time, he found joy in fly-fishing and loved his annual trips for over 20 years with his group of friends “The Field Group”. 

He found peace and treasured moments at his beloved family retreat, Cherry Hill Ranch, a sanctuary where he could connect with nature, find serenity while working the land and spend time with loved ones weaving together memories that will live on for generations. 

His legacy of love, sacrifice, humor and unwavering faith lives on in the hearts of his family, friends, former employees, and all who were fortunate enough to know him including son Mark Scioli and wife Debbie, Daughter Laura Reagan and husband Brandt, Daughter Marybeth Scioli Hines and husband Larry, son Paul Scioli and wife Sharon, Daughter Camille Scioli Chambers and husband Rick and daughter Angela Scioli McGuire and husband Don. He is also survived by his brother Joseph Scioli of Stratford, New Jersey and his many beloved nieces and nephews.

His 22 grandchildren lovingly called him, simply “Grandfather”. They enjoyed listening to him whistle, create silly rhymes and sing funny songs while teaching the true meaning of life, leadership and love.

The family is grateful for Eugene’s caregivers Sulema Acevedo who cared for him and Helen for over 15 years, Gentiva Hospice and the staff of Cornerstone Caregivers. 

Open visitation will begin at 2:00 pm Monday, November 4, 2024, at Venue on Broadway, 2202 Broadway. The family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 pm with rosary beginning at 6:00 pm. The family invites you to join them for a reception to follow beginning at 6:30 pm.

Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Christ the King Cathedral Church. A private burial will follow.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributing to a charity of your choice or to Christ the King Cathedral Basket 52 Project, 4011 54th Street, Lubbock, TX 79413; The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, https://www.ifcj.org/ways-to-give; or The Junipero Serra Club, https://serraus.org/contact-us/ for priestly formation.