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James V. "Jimmy" Yocono

FUNERAL HOME

Ciriello & Carr Funeral Homes

39 South Miller Road

Fairlawn, Ohio

James Yocono Obituary

James V. "Jimmy"

Yocono

James Vincent Yocono, the beloved husband of Virginia, passed away Sunday, Jan. 26, 2003, at Hospice, sur rounded by his loving family.

Jimmy will be dearly missed by an extended family and many friends. His most complete expression of love was for his wife of 49 years.

Born in Akron, Ohio, Jimmy proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He was stationed in Honolulu, and was part of a mission to witness the first atomic bomb testing in the Bikini islands. Later, he married, started a family, and moved to Los Angeles, where he opened his first restaurant in 1960. Returning to Akron in 1972, Jimmy opened and operated Yocono's Restaurant for 28 years.

He was a member of the Italian- American Professional Businessmen's Association and the Ameri can Legion Post 473.

Although he retired early due to medical problems, he was the driv ing force behind his very successful family business. He took great pride in knowing that his devoted wife and daughters continued his vision of great food at a great price. Over the years, customers became friends, and employees became family.

Anyone who spent time with Jimmy learned of his love of fishing and passion for golf. His sister-in-law, Katy, was his favorite golf partner.

Preceded in death by his father and mother, Dominic and Mary, Jimmy is survived by his wife of 49 years, Virginia, who was his best friend, guardian angel, business partner, and biggest fan. He thought of Virginia as his rock and his hero. He also leaves behind his daughters, Becki (Zoltan) Kollat of Clyde, N.C., and Jamie (Jill) Yocono of Copley, Ohio. He is also survived by brother, Nunzio; sister, Sally (Ray) Cook; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Theresa Disbrow, Mary Tillet, Rosario Ferrise, Katherine (Arthur), Sam (Jenny) Ferrise, Albert (Rose) Ferrise, Tony Ferrise, Frank (Jenny) Ferrise, Patty (Mike) Patrino, Jean Sargon, Marianne (Tom) Lammers, all of Akron; and numerous nieces, nephews, and special friends.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the loving staff at Hospice of Copley and Semper Care of Akron. Our grati tude goes out to everyone who took time out of their busy lives to help and lend support during such a difficult time.

"Jimmy, we will miss you terribly and never forget your generosity, love, and kindness."

Calling hours from 3 to 8 p.m. TODAY at the Dunn-Quigley Ciriello & Carr, Fairlawn Chapel, 39 S. Miller Rd. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. En tombment at Rose Hill Burial Park, where Firestone V.F.W. Post 3383 will conduct military services. The family requests that donations be made to the Interval Brotherhood Home, 3445 S. Main St., Akron, Ohio 44319, or Hospice Care Cen ter, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, Ohio 44333.

(Dunn-Quigley Ciriello & Carr,

Fairlawn, 330-253-8121.)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Jan. 27 to Jan. 28, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for James Yocono

39 Entries

John J

February 27, 2003

Virginia, Becky and Jamie,

I will never forget the kindness and caring you and Jimmy have shown me through the years. He will be greatly missed, and my prayers are with you all.

Johnny

John J

February 27, 2003

Virginia, Becky and Jamie,

I will never forget the kindness and caring you and Jimmy have shown me through the years. He will be greatly missed, and my prayers are with you all.

Johnny

Guy Kollat

February 3, 2003

Virginia, becki, and Jamie,

We were very saddened to hear of your loss. We want you to know that you are all in our thoughts at this time of sorrow.

Your extended family,

Guy Kollat and Sam Mahin

Starr Ferketic

February 1, 2003

Dear Aunt Virginia, Becky, and Jamie,

We are sorry to hear of your loss. Although I never knew Uncle Jimmy very well I only heard good things about him. You were always so nice when we came to visit in the restaurant. I only wish our families could have stayed closer.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Starr Ferketic and Family

Chaker Fadel

January 30, 2003

Dear Virginia and Family,

I really feel your loss with the passing of Jimmy. No matter how ill he was or how much he suffered, losing him is sad and a void that is never filled.

You're a great family, one whom my mother thought the world of.

May Jimmy rest in peace and may you all find hope in Christ.

I miss seeing you all at "Yocono's"

Chaker

Helen Fatkins

January 30, 2003

Varge, becki and Jamie, In addition to what i submitted today, when Jennifer would stop in to check on Jim while she was at Semper Care doing Dialysis,even in his sick bed he was always cheerful and he told her to make sure she gave me a hard time when she got home. I got a big kick out of it . Thank you Jim for touching our lives. Helen and Jen

Helen Fatkins

January 30, 2003

Dear Virginia,Becki,and my buddy Jamie, Jim will always have a special place in my heart. His smile and humor would brighten any day.His Kindness and gentle ways were amazing to me,the way he could tame a squirrel to eat out of his hand at the Bancroft house, the many things he taught me to fix at the restaurant.(like the wiring in the soup warmer,or the steampot drain) . I learned so many things from all of you,it has made me grow into a better person,to where i am at today in my career. You all have done alot for me the past 30 years, for that i am grateful you all are in my life.Jamie my best bud ,our friendship means alot.I will miss Jimmy terribly and the way he always jokingly and lovingly gave me a hard time.I must say that the Funeral was Beautiful and heartfelt,just like him.oh,and by the way,any doggone highway.My heart goes out to you all. love, Helen

John and Carol Ramey

January 30, 2003

Virginia and Family:

Our sympathies are with you in this hour of sorrow over the loss of your beloved husband and father, Jimmy. We know these have been most difficult times in recent months. You will have the memories of his many accomplishments and his love and contribution to your lives and the lives of others to nourish you into the future. Our thoughts are with you.

John and Carol Ramey, Akron

Ray and Pat Valle

January 29, 2003

Ray and I send our deepest sympathy to your family. Pat and Mike our prayers are especially with you, and all of your family.

Alexis Shreffler

January 29, 2003

Virginia, Becki, and Jamie~

I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. I'm sorry that I couldn't be closer to you during your time of need. Jimmy will be greatly missed. You are all in my prayers.

Veronica Shreffler

January 29, 2003

Virg, Becki and Jamie,

I would like to express my deepest sympathy (including a waterfall of tears). You all became so much a part of my family and I love you all very much. Jim was such a kind, loving and wonderful man, I was truely blessed to have known him. Thank you for your love and guidance. I am a better person because you care and believed in me. I always felt at home at the restaurant.

Jims smile was infectious as was your love for one another. Your family always knew how to have fun.

I always loved our talks. I will cherish every memory and never forget how wonderful he was. He was so strong and such a fighter. He is an inspiration.

Jim~ thank you for everything especially being so supportive of me and caring so much. I love you and you will be greatly missed. until we meet again . . .

I am sure he is smiling up there, I loved his smile!

Jack & Marlene Baun

January 29, 2003

My Deepest sympathy and love to you and your family.

Sincerely

Marlene

Janet Hinzman

January 29, 2003

Dear Virg and Girls,

I was so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Well-meaning folks will say "aren't you somewhat relieved?" We know different. We also know fighters, and Jimmy was a fighter. You, Becki, and Jamie are in my prayers.

Janet Hinzman

Augie and Jo Varca

January 29, 2003

You have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this sad time.

Vince Vinciguerra

January 29, 2003

I'm sorry to hear about Jimmy. He was a great person I'm sorry I didn't get the chance to enjoy him more.I remember him best for his ability to make me laugh, something we all need more.Also I'm sorry I don't get the chance to enjoy the rest of you more. Maybe we can change that.As time goes by our relationships and family is really all that counts. The best to all of you. If you like feel free to contact me.

Joan Crouse

January 29, 2003

To The Yocono Family,

I only knew Mr. Yocono for a few days. However, he was a super person. Sorry for you lost. Jo Crouse, Nurse from ESH

Terry Werntz

January 29, 2003

Dear Virginia, Becki and Jamie,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, and my thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Troy Sanders

January 29, 2003

My Condolences to all of Jimmys family and friends . He was a great guy , always a big smile on his face.

Theresa Vinciguerra- Saunders

January 29, 2003

Thinking of you at this time.

Carl & San Williams

January 28, 2003

Virginia, Becky and Jamie

We are so sorry that Jimmy is no longer with us. He will be missed so much. Whenever we would talk, he always listened so attentively as we would share stories of our past and our family. We thank God that we had a chance to know and love him. God Bless You.

Lisa and Craig Abraham

January 28, 2003

Virginia, Becki and Jamie,

Our thoughts are with all of you. For us, you are the "other family" we always enjoy seeing. Do you think St. Peter will give Jimmy a customer Check like I tried to?

We love you.

Lisa and Craig

Ralph&Rosetta Dalessandro

January 28, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.

jan sangaree

January 28, 2003

Thinking of you all with love during this difficult time. The obituary is so beautiful.

Lorraine Fields

January 28, 2003

Dear Mrs. Yocono,

I am so sorry for your loss, but my sadness is lifted when I think of Jimmy's smile and face lighting up when I walked into the room. Then I had my bubble busted when I found out he smiles for all the girls!!! I will say a prayer and light a candle for you all, God bless.

Bassam Hadi, MD

January 28, 2003

My condolences and deep sympathy in your loss.

Richard (Dick) Walker

January 28, 2003

Virginia, Becky and Jamie,

At a time like this words can not really express one's feelings..We all have our memories of Jimmy..May God bless you Virginia, Becky and Jamie..

Theresa Hew

January 28, 2003

To Jamie and Family,

My deepest sympathies in the loss of your dear father and husband, Jimmy. I will always remember his kind, gentle nature. I have many fond memories of him at Dino's in Inglewood. Nobody made a grinder sandwich as good as his! He is a reminder to us all to follow our dream.

May you find peace and comfort in one another. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

FRANK & JENNY FERRISE

January 28, 2003

MOM SACRIFICED WITH POP. SHE ONLY KNOWS. AND YOU SACRIFICED WITH JIM. EVERY ONE ELSE CAN ONLY GUESS. TRUE LOVE IS NEVER FORGOTTEN.

GOD BLESS JIM AND OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. LOVE FRANK & JENNY

Steve Grant

January 28, 2003

Dear Virginia, Becki and Jamie:

Over the past many years, it has been a privilege to know you, and although I never directly met Mr. Yocono, the pride that he had for you was always clear. He was a wonderful and lasting influence on your lives and he will live on through you. Bruce Wilson and I send our deepest condolences.

Sherry Kellett

January 28, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you - Virginia, becki, Jamie and the entire family.

Rick Walker

January 28, 2003

Dear Aunt Virginia, Becky & Jamie,

I was so saddened to read about Uncle Jimmy. He will be truly missed. My thoughts & prayers will be with you during this time.

Sincerly, Rick Walker

Emma Lieberth

January 28, 2003

Virginia, Jamie, and Becki~ I am sorry to hear about your loss. Jimmy was a great guy. Virg- the other counter girls and I always thought it was so cute when you guys would walk to the video store together. Take care of yourself..

dr.marvin sakol

January 28, 2003

dear virginia and family. our sincerest condolences on the loss of Jimmy. He was a fine man.

Valerie De Rose

January 28, 2003

Dear Friends,

I will always cherish the wonderful memories and the happiness you brought to mom. These will always be in my heart. God Bless Jimmy and all of you. He will be deeply missed. Love, Valerie

Donnie Moss

January 28, 2003

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Jimmy's loving family. He will truely be missed. I have so many fond memories of him over the past 20 years. But the thing I'll remember the most is the way he smiled almost every time I saw him.

Love Donnie

Dunn-Quigley Ciriello & Carr Funeral Homes

January 28, 2003

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Karen Fuller

January 27, 2003

Our deepest sympathies in your loss. God bless Jimmy.

The Fuller Family.

Mary Todd

January 27, 2003

Dear Mrs. Yocono,

God be with you, he was my favorite patient, he was a gem and I will truly miss him. All the best to you! Love,

Mary Todd(semper-care)

Michael Leslie

January 27, 2003

Dear Virginia, Becky and Jamie,

I am blessed for the time that I have spent with Jimmy. I will always have fond memories of the times we spent playing golf and the smile that comes to my face, when I think of him and Aunt Kathy teasing one another. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to you. God bless you Jimmy!

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