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Alberico Pistone Obituary
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OCT. 27, 1938 - FEB. 3. 2009
Last of the Brooklyn born tough guys
Alberico "Big Al, Sonny" Pistone passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2009, at HealthPark Memorial Hospital in Cape Coral, Florida, after a battle with pneumonia. Al was a native of Brooklyn, New York and resided in Albuquerque, New Mexico since 1980 until recently moving to Cape Coral, Florida to live with his eldest son Ricky Pistone and his family.
Alberico was the son of Enrico and Stella (Pastorelli) Pistone. Big Al was in both the United States Marines and the United States Army and achieved the 4th Degree in the Knights of Columbus.
Al was predeceased in death by his wife of 48 years Sydelle Pistone, who passed away on May 25, 2008. Alberico is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Palma and Mario Angeri; his son and daughter-in-law Ricky and Christine Pistone and their children Victoria, Christopher, Michael and Nicole Pistone; his daughter and son-in-law Stella and Troy Newton and their children Jessica, Joshua, and Dylan; his daughter Andrea Pistone; and his son and daughter-in-law Scott and Wendy Pistone and their children Warren, Miranda and Jacob.
Al is now soaring high with the eagles that he loved so much.
A memorial visitation will be held at Coral Ridge Funeral Home, Cape Coral, Florida on Friday February 6, 2009 from 6-8 PM.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alberico Pistone
Richie & Lynn Sardiello
February 16, 2009
Dear Ricky.
Our condolences and prayers are with you Christine, Stella, Andrea, Scott and your familes. We were saddened to learn of his passing, but happpy to know he is in a better place with your Mom.
He was a fighter and never gave up, even before his illeness. I was happy, to see him at your house recently and see a smile on his face even after leaving his home in New Mexico and the recent death of your MOM. I grew up with your DAD and new him as Sony Boy and Sonny. In heaven after spending time with your Mom, Uncle Lenny, your grandmother and granfather, I would not be surprized to here your father was playing in the big poka card game with others in our family.
Yours Truly and Sicerely
Cousin Richie & Lynn Sardiello
Dolores
February 15, 2009
Dear Ricky, Stella, Andrea, Scott and families,
Our deepest condolences in the loss of Uncle Sonny, the last of the GREAT ONES! As you already know, your dad was a wonderful person who loved all of you more than anything else. He was so proud of each of you. He will live on in you as you continue his passionate love of family and his zeal for life with each other and your own families. He will never be forgotten!
With Our Love,
Dolores, Jim, Lauren & Christopher
Dolores Parisano
February 15, 2009
Dearest Uncle Sonny,
Although we have been miles apart physically, you were never far from my heart and thoughts. I have the best memories of your bigger than life personality, smile and laughter. Whenever I think back on my fondest childhood memories, you are right there, front and center. I will miss you deeply, but I am comforted knowing that you are with Aunt Sydell and the rest of "the gang". Till we meet again......With All Our Love, XOXOXOXO
Dolores, Jimmy, Lauren & Christopher
Lori Pike
February 13, 2009
Dear Pistone Family,
We are very deeply sorry for the loss of a very special member of this family. We will pray for all of you. May God watch over you. God Bless ! We love you Stella, Troy, and Dylan very very much.
February 12, 2009
February 12, 2009
To My Dearest Uncle Sonny,
I love you so very much and I promise you that there is no one like you and no one can ever take your place! You are geniune, loving, real, wise, honest and above all things someone who loved and lived for his family.
Uncle Sonny, thank you for being so wonderful to me and my family. I will always treasure your visits to stay with Dad in my home. How we loved when the Brooklyn Cowboy came to visit! I have so many wonderful memories of my Uncle Sonny and Aunt Sydell, (Remember, I thought I belonged with you both and Aunt Sydell had to ask my permission about being pregnant with Ricky!) How can we forget all the memories of being together at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We truly loved being together. And now you are all together again and though my heart breaks I cannot help but rejoice at the celebration you are having in heaven!
We had the most wonderful visit in Florida this summer and I am forever grateful that Bob and I and our children got to experience that magical evening in Ricky's home, around the table where you held court telling stories, playing cards and smoking hooka!!!! I am smiling now just thinking about it.
Thank you Uncle Sonny for being such a wonderful uncle to all of us. Thank you even more for being such a wonderful brother to my beloved dad. Daddy loved you more than you can imagine and one of his last words was to "Tell my brother I love him". You were so loving and attentive to each other and you and dad taught us about unconditional love.
On behalf of my husband Bob, my daughter Diona, and my son Robert, we would like to say we will forever love you. Go to the light Uncle Sonny....until we meet again.
Love,
Your niece Stella
~ Stella Lotito, Deer Park, New York
February 12, 2009
February 12, 2009
To My Dearest Uncle Sonny,
I love you so very much and I promise you that there is no one like you and no one can ever take your place! You are geniune, loving, real, wise, honest and above all things someone who loved and lived for his family.
Uncle Sonny, thank you for being so wonderful to me and my family. I will always treasure your visits to stay with Dad in my home. How we loved when the Brooklyn Cowboy came to visit! I have so many wonderful memories of my Uncle Sonny and Aunt Sydell, (Remember, I thought I belonged with you both and Aunt Sydell had to ask my permission about being pregnant with Ricky!) How can we forget all the memories of being together at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We truly loved being together. And now you are all together again and though my heart breaks I cannot help but rejoice at the celebration you are having in heaven!
We had the most wonderful visit in Florida this summer and I am forever grateful that Bob and I and our children got to experience that magical evening in Ricky's home, around the table where you held court telling stories, playing cards and smoking hooka!!!! I am smiling now just thinking about it.
Thank you Uncle Sonny for being such a wonderful uncle to all of us. Thank you even more for being such a wonderful brother to my beloved dad. Daddy loved you more than you can imagine and one of his last words was to "Tell my brother I love him". You were so loving and attentive to each other and you and dad taught us about unconditional love.
On behalf of my husband Bob, my daughter Diona, and my son Robert, we would like to say we will forever love you. Go to the light Uncle Sonny....until we meet again.
Love,
Your niece Stella
~ Stella Lotito, Deer Park, New York
February 12, 2009
February 12, 2009
To My Dearest Uncle Sonny,
I love you so very much and I promise you that there is no one like you and no one can ever take your place! You are geniune, loving, real, wise, honest and above all things someone who loved and lived for his family.
Uncle Sonny, thank you for being so wonderful to me and my family. I will always treasure your visits to stay with Dad in my home. How we loved when the Brooklyn Cowboy came to visit! I have so many wonderful memories of my Uncle Sonny and Aunt Sydell, (Remember, I thought I belonged with you both and Aunt Sydell had to ask my permission about being pregnant with Ricky!) How can we forget all the memories of being together at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We truly loved being together. And now you are all together again and though my heart breaks I cannot help but rejoice at the celebration you are having in heaven!
We had the most wonderful visit in Florida this summer and I am forever grateful that Bob and I and our children got to experience that magical evening in Ricky's home, around the table where you held court telling stories, playing cards and smoking hooka!!!! I am smiling now just thinking about it.
Thank you Uncle Sonny for being such a wonderful uncle to all of us. Thank you even more for being such a wonderful brother to my beloved dad. Daddy loved you more than you can imagine and one of his last words was to "Tell my brother I love him". You were so loving and attentive to each other and you and dad taught us about unconditional love.
On behalf of my husband Bob, my daughter Diona, and my son Robert, we would like to say we will forever love you. Go to the light Uncle Sonny....until we meet again.
Love,
Your niece Stella
~ Stella Lotito, Deer Park, New York
Stella Lotito
February 12, 2009
To My Dearest Uncle Sonny,
I love you so very much and I promise you that there is no one like you and no one can ever take your place! You are geniune, loving, real, wise, honest and above all things someone who loved and lived for his family.
Uncle Sonny, thank you for being so wonderful to me and my family. I will always treasure your visits to stay with Dad in my home. How we loved when the Brooklyn Cowboy came to visit! I have so many wonderful memories of my Uncle Sonny and Aunt Sydell, (Remember, I thought I belonged with you both and Aunt Sydell had to ask my permission about being pregnant with Ricky!) How can we forget all the memories of being together at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We truly loved being together. And now you are all together again and though my heart breaks I cannot help but rejoice at the celebration you are having in heaven!
We had the most wonderful visit in Florida this summer and I am forever grateful that Bob and I and our children got to experience that magical evening in Ricky's home, around the table where you held court telling stories, playing cards and smoking hooka!!!! I am smiling now just thinking about it.
Thank you Uncle Sonny for being such a wonderful uncle to all of us. Thank you even more for being such a wonderful brother to my beloved dad. Daddy loved you more than you can imagine and one of his last words was to "Tell my brother I love him". You were so loving and attentive to each other and you and dad taught us about unconditional love.
On behalf of my husband Bob, my daughter Diona, and my son Robert, we would like to say we will forever love you. Go to the light Uncle Sonny....until we meet again.
Love,
Your niece Stella
Stella Lotito
February 12, 2009
To My Dearest Uncle Sonny,
I love you so very much and I promise you that there is no one like you and no one can ever take your place! You are geniune, loving, real, wise, honest and above all things someone who loved and lived for his family.
Uncle Sonny, thank you for being so wonderful to me and my family. I will always treasure your visits to stay with Dad in my home. How we loved when the Brooklyn Cowboy came to visit! I have so many wonderful memories of my Uncle Sonny and Aunt Sydell, (Remember, I thought I belonged with you both and Aunt Sydell had to ask my permission about being pregnant with Ricky!) How can we forget all the memories of being together at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We truly loved being together. And now you are all together again and though my heart breaks I cannot help but rejoice at the celebration you are having in heaven!
We had the most wonderful visit in Florida this summer and I am forever grateful that Bob and I and our children got to experience that magical evening in Ricky's home, around the table where you held court telling stories, playing cards and smoking hooka!!!! I am smiling now just thinking about it.
Thank you Uncle Sonny for being such a wonderful uncle to all of us. Thank you even more for being such a wonderful brother to my beloved dad. Daddy loved you more than you can imagine and one of his last words was to "Tell my brother I love him". You were so loving and attentive to each other and you and dad taught us about unconditional love.
On behalf of my husband Bob, my daughter Diona, and my son Robert, we would like to say we will forever love you. Go to the light Uncle Sonny....until we meet again.
Love,
Your niece Stella
Andrea Pistone
February 12, 2009
To My Gentle Giant and Brave Warrior...I will miss you sooooo much, but never forget what you have taught me - the value of love, honor, respect, and living life to its fullest.
Thank you so much for being my Dad, Friend, and Hero. There is no other that compares ... you cracked the mold ... simply the BEST Father a person could ask for. I am so proud and honored for being your daughter. I will NEVER...EVER forget who I am and where I came from ... I learned this from you.
Always your Baby Girl-
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxo
Stella Newton
February 12, 2009
Daddy,
You are my hero and best friend. I will miss you so very much, but knowing that you are with Mommy, makes it a little easier, because you too, are happier now. You will always be in my heart and soul. I will never forget what you have taught me in life. I will carry it with me every day. I will cherish all of the fun, sad, and hard times forever. Just to let you know, Daddy, in my book, You are THE BEST DADDY EVER! I love you will all of my heart -
Stella
xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxxoxox
Dylan
February 12, 2009
I love you and I will miss you so much. You are the best Popa ever. I will keep you in my heart forever.
Love,
Dylan xoxoxoxoxoxox
Troy Newton
February 12, 2009
Al was a great person and father-in-law. I will rember all the good times we had together. I will also miss the phone calls he would give me in the afternoons just to talk. I know he is in a better place with his wife. I will miss him deeply.
Cape Coral Civic Association
February 12, 2009
Cape Coral's Oldest Civic Organization Expresses Our Heart Felt Condolences To Ricky, Christine And The Entire Pistone Family Over The Passing Of Ricky's Father Alberico "Big Al, Sonny" Pistone.
God Speed "Big Al"
Ralph LePera, Immediate Past President.
Freddie & Bonnie
February 12, 2009
Sorry For Your Loss.
Our Prayers Are With You And Your Family.
Ricky, Your Dad Was Blessed To Have A Son Like You.
GOD BLESS
Freddie And Bonnie
Palma Angieri
February 12, 2009
I Love You Very Much And Will Miss You.
Your Sister,
Palma
Ralph & Alex LePera
February 11, 2009
Dear Ricky, Chris and family,
Please accept out heartfelt sympathy over the loss of your father, Al. Our thoughts are with you.
God bless,
Ralph and Alex LePera.
Charlie Armato
February 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
george rodriguez
February 10, 2009
sorry for your loss ricky ,me and sue send our condolences and prayers ,give us a call if you guys need anything ok
Richard (SirD) Goodhouse
February 8, 2009
Ricky and Family,
I never knew your Dad, but I little stories you were able to share over time. I also know that any man is a reflection of his parents and your actions tell me you are a very good person and great friend.
Please accept my deepest condolences in the grieving of your fathers passing.
Sadly, I am not be able to be there to help celebrate your fathers life here on the planet earth, with you and your family. May your father rest in peace.
February 8, 2009
Ricky and family,
I did nto know your dad Rick but the love that your family had for him was the best i have ever saw in year dear.
I am very sad for you and your family at this time of grieving know in my heart I am there please hugs to you all.
Rob Simpson
February 7, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.May Big Al rest in peace and be with your mother.
Kenny M
February 7, 2009
Hey Ricky we can only send our deepest sympathy to you and your family I know words don't help at this time. From my family here in Australia we are thinking of you. We hope your family is strong and you all get through this sad time in your life.
Kenny (aka Gismo/katz)
Trident ~ Belinda
February 7, 2009
Hello Ricky, Trident from SG. I just wanted to say to you and your family how sorry i am about your loss. Your dad is in a much better place where he will hurt no more. God speed be with you all now and always. Be well -
BB, from Ftachicks
February 7, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Pistone family. your raised a good son,good man,husband n father.i'm proud to know RICK as my friend. may god bless you all.be safe n love 1 another.
rest in peace BIG AL!!
Ftachicks Habz
February 7, 2009
From Habz,Chick and everyone from Ftachicks we would like to give our deepest condolences to the Pistone Family..
May Sonny and the Pistone family find peace.
Dave Benn
February 7, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
February 7, 2009
Hey Ricky its Kat my condolences are with you and your family. Your father was lucky to have you by his side. Prayers to your and your family in your time of sorrow. God Bless!
LEONARD PISTONE
February 6, 2009
UNCLE SONY,I Always Thought of You as MY
Second DAD I Will Always PRAY For You
And Keep You Close To My Heart
As You And My Dad Were Brothers,It WILL
Continue With Ricky And I.
Loving You ALways, LENNY JR
victoria pistone
February 6, 2009
Grandpa,
You are so special to me, the best grandpa ever. I will always cherish the good times we had together. I am so blessed to have had you in my life and in Florida with me. Love you always
Your first grandchild,
vicki
Christine Pistone
February 6, 2009
Dad, You will always be in my heart and I will treasure all the memories you left me.
I will always remember all the good times we had here in Florida. I love you and miss you dearly.
Your Daughter
Ricky Pistone
February 6, 2009
Dad, I Will Never Forget You.
You Will Live In Our Hearts Forever.
I Will Miss You Dearly. My Dad, My BEST Friend.
Your Loving Son
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