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Domenico Petronio Obituary
He was the devoted husband of Josephine E. (Arrigo) Petronio. They were married for 45 years. He was born in Providence, a son of the late Thomas and Leonilda (Cortellessa) Petronio.
Dr. Petronio was the loving father of Maria L. McAfee and her husband Thomas of Narragansett and Greenville, Bethany J. Coia and her husband Dr. David of Greenville, and Lisa J.D. Efird and her husband Jeffrey of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Cherished Papa of Michael, Rachel, and Sarah Coia and Bianca and Angelica McAfee. Dear brother of Everett Petronio, Esq. of Cranston and Thomas Petronio, Esq. of Greenville.
Dr. Petronio attended St. Anthony Grammar School in Providence, RI, LaSalle Academy, wherein he graduated with honors, and Providence College with a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Biology. Dr. Petronio also graduated from the University of Bologna Medical School, the oldest medical school in the world. He completed an Internship at St. Joseph Hospital and a Residency at Rhode Island Hospital in Pediatrics. He was inducted into the United States Navy as a Lieutenant Commander, where he was Chief of Pediatrics at the Pawtuxent Naval Hospital, Lexington Park, MD and later achieved the rank of Commander.
Dr. Petronio was a sole practitioner of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine for 33 years until his retirement in 2003. He was lovingly called Uncle Dom by many of his patients. He was on the medical staff of Women & Infants Hospital, Hasbro Childrens Hospital, St. Joseph Hospital, and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital.
A resume, though descriptive, can not always capture the essence of a man. Dr. Petronio was an avid sports enthusiast, a die-hard Boston Red Sox fan, and a Providence College Friar! He coached the Naval Air Force basketball and softball teams to the division championships, where they won both titles.
His funeral will be held on Monday at 9:30 a.m. from THE URQUHART-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 800 Greenwich Avenue, Warwick (Exit 12A on I-95). His life will be celebrated with a Concelebrated Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. in St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Avenue, Greenville. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. Relatives and friends are invited and may call Sunday 2-6 PM. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory to the Mother of Life Center, 400 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI 02909 would be appreciated. www.murphyfuneralhomes.org
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Memories and Condolences
for Domenico Petronio
Cheryl Irons
December 29, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Dom's passing. He was my life line for so many years. My oldest son is now 33 years old and my youngest just turned 31, so we have many years of experience with Dom as their pediatrician. He touched so many lives and will remembered by so many people. May God continue to bless you all as He blessed all of us who had any contact with Uncle Dom.
Cheryl Irons and sons John and Jason
Shazia Latif
December 22, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio,
I was very sorry to hear about Dr. Petronio. I am a pediatrician who trained at Hasbro a few years ago. I will always remember how much his patients loved and admired him and trusted his judgement implicitly. The biggest lesson I learned from him was the importance of truly listening to your patients. He will be missed!
Shazia Latif, MD
Terry Marinelli
December 13, 2008
In 1971 my youngest son Jim was very ill. Dr Petronio was a resident and made my son well again. From then on my 5 children saw only 'Uncle Dom". When my oldest son got out of the Navy in 1980 I called Uncle Dom and asked him to refer my son to a doctor. Dr Petronio said "What's wrong with me?" I said you are a pediatrician and Bill is 22 years old. The good Doctor said 'I have been taking care of him all his life. I'm not gonna stop now!
Well my son Jim died on January 31 at 42 years old. He had Cancer. And now Uncle Dom is gone too! So sad! I will miss them both for the rest of my life!
Margie Gaeta
December 12, 2008
To the family of Dr. Petronio (Uncle Dom),
My son and I were deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Petronio's passing. I still remember the first visit with him in 1990. He was a wonderful man and a great pediatrician. He always made you feel like you were his only patient. He will be greatly missed. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Margie Gaeta &
David Carter, Jr.
Irene and Ulisse Coletta
December 11, 2008
Josephine, maria,Bethany, Lisa
I am sorry I could not express my sympathy in person as I am in Florida for the season. I have fond memories of Uncle Dom and his many nieces and nephews he had in his practice. I know he will be rewarded for all the good he done for his children in his practice.
Sharon Puopolo
December 10, 2008
To the family of Dr. "Dom" Petronio,
My children and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Petronio. His kind, skilled, and insightful care was a staple in our lives from 1985 until his retirement. Dr. Petronio guided my family through many (sometimes serious) illnesses, often providing comfort with just his presence. Among the many fond memories of Dr. Petronio, one stands out. After bringing my youngest child to the office with yet another bout of illness, Dr P noticed that my head was held at an uncomfortable angle. I confided to him that my neck and back were in excrutiating pain. He gently felt my neck, hemming and humming as he manipulated my head. He looked at me quietly, and softly told me that I had...a very long, very serious sounding, layman incomprehensible, syndrome. A little nervous, I asked him what that meant. He answered, "A stiff neck!" He then laughed and said that he knew just the thing to help. He sent me to his son-in-law, who worked out the 'serious' kink in my neck that day! The thoughts and prayers of my entire family are with Dr. Petronio's family. He will be truly missed.
The Schofield/Puopolo Family
Melinda Gagliardi
December 9, 2008
To the family of Dr.Petronio, I am so sorry for your loss. When I was only 3 years old I almost died of severe allergic reactions & am only alive today because of Dr. Petronio! He helped my family and I through bouts of asmetic broncitis & more allergy attacks. I will be forever grateful for such a smart, kind, loving man. Later in life when I had children of my own, I knew exactly who their pediatrician would be! We were so sad to see him retire, but I am grateful for the short time my children knew him! He will be sadly missed!
Jeanne Pezzi
December 9, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Petronio was the greatest! My kids loved him. We were so sad when he retired. We love him and he will be missed dearly. My deepest sympathy & my prayers are with you & your family. God Bless, Jeanne, Chloe & T.J.
Eleanor Read
December 9, 2008
Mrs. Petronio: My sincere sympathy to you and your girls .... a former neighbor. Eleanor Read
Danielle Delaney
December 9, 2008
To the family of DR.Petronio, he was a great doctor to my oldest son, my son was a bad asthmatic and had RSV at 5 weeks old and Dr. Dom just looked at him at he was admitted, and thank god for him because he helped my son so much! My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time,now he may rest since he was hard worker 8-)...my deepest sympathy...former patient was Anthony Heroux....
Karen Saul
December 8, 2008
Dom didn't take any chances when it came to the care of my children. His gentle and proficient care of my daughter Bethany helped my family through many a frightful asthmatic scares. I will always remember the "side door" entrances and the special attention that was given to my family. May God bless the Petronio family during this difficult time.
Amy DeBiasio
December 8, 2008
Dr. Petronio was my doctor for the first 20 years of my life. He was a great man and loved his work and was sweet to everyone he met. May he rest in peace and may he watch over his family and patients during this difficult time.
Desiree' DeBerardis
December 8, 2008
I was very young when my parents moved my brother and I to Naples, FL. However, I remember every summer we would visit our family in Rhode Island and sick or not my mother always had to visit Uncle Dom. He was a wonderful man and always made my brother and I feel comfortable. My parents have fond memories of DR. Petronio. May God give his family the strength to get through this hard time and may Uncle Dom rest in peace.
Sue Henry
December 8, 2008
Dear Auntie Jo, Maria, Bethany, Lisa and your families:
By now most of us have gone back to the daily lives we have. You have also been forced back to the lives you have but they are now forever changed; the tears still seem to come so easily, and you can be blind-sided by them at the weirdest things: maybe a Red Sox sign or a Christmas carole, or who knows what?
Let yourselves be healed by time and the love of family and friends. This is NOT a time to be alone; take the offers that are given to you for dinners or lunches or visits or whatever! Listen to the stories of Uncle Dom for they are good memories and will give you joy and peace.
We (Auntie Mae, Mr. Bill, Pepper, and I) look forward to having you all spend Christmas Day with us. We understand your hearts are broken. We remember how generous you all were when Uncle Ernie and Gram died in sharing your Christmas Dinner with us. It is our turn to return the favor...with love and gratitude.
Besides: Auntie Jo is in charge of the birthday cake for Baby Jesus! And I HAVE to make those ice cream sandwiches again for everyone.
We love you all. Sue
:Linda Zampa
December 7, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and Family,
Doctor Petronio was one of our three children's first doctors when we were patients of Dr. DeLuca/
Atwood Pediatrics. What wonderful memories from the 1960's. As all entries have said, he was a wonderful person and very caring doctor. Our children still have their immunization cards which were always updated at each visit!
We also retired to FL 10 years ago. So glad the doctor got to enjoy some good years here also.
Linda Zampa, No. Scituate, RI/
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Dawn (Collins)Scetta
December 6, 2008
My heart goes out to your family.I will never forget the kind & special care I received from Dr. Petronio.
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Mary Taft McKenna
December 5, 2008
Sincere sympathy to your entire family. Dr Petronio was a wonderful pediatrician who shared pediatric Coverage with our father Dr.Taft. That way each could have some time to spend with their families. Thank you --They were both were so much alike!
Family of late Dr and Mrs George Taft
Katie Moreau
December 5, 2008
Dr Petronio,
Where to start. At 23 years old, when I'm sick I still wish I could go to your office so you and Betty can make me feel better. You meant more to Kerrie, Michael, myself, and most importantly to my parents then anyone could know. No one knows where Michael would be without your "just in case" tests. I remember being in highschool and people being shocked I still went to my pediatrician, I planned on going to your office forever! To your wife, daughters, and family members I'm sorry for your great loss.
Donna Petress-Miller
December 5, 2008
To the loving famly of Domenico Petronio,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I am so fortunate to have known your father, husband and papa. He was truly a wonderful man. The times we spent together will always be remembered. Thanks for the memories.
Lovingly always, Donna and Tug Miller
Kerrie Moreau
December 4, 2008
I had Dr. Pertonio since I was born..He took my sister and I longer than he should have! He was an amazing, amazing man...And did so much for me. It is such a shock to find out he has passed. We all just wish we found out sooner. I'm so deeply sorry for his family...My sympathy goes out to everyone. My thoughts and prayres are with his family.
Rhonda Capraro/Brien
December 4, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to uncle Dom's family. He will be sadly missed. He was the best Dr. I have ever had, and then my children had him, and he always made them feel loved and taking care of. We will Miss him deeply.
Carolyn Brown Maynard
December 3, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Dr. dom's family. Truly the best pediatrician that any of us could have wished for.May you rest in peace Dr. Dom with great memories from us parents, and, our children & grandchildren. Always a legend to our family. God bless always.
Greatly missed,
Carolyn Brown Maynard
Joseph LaBonte
December 3, 2008
Dear Dr.Dom, Thank you for keeping me healthy throughout my childhood. I'm sorry I used to give you so much grief when it came time for my shots. Be at peace. Your paitent, Joe LaBonte.
Joe Lepore
December 3, 2008
Uncle Dom....I feel like I lost a friend. He was my Doctor all the way until I was 18. My brother also saw him all the way until 21. I was never afraid of him when i was younger, and he was always great to my family. Such a great guy, he will be missed. My full condolences go to the family of this great man. I will never ever forget all that he has done for me.
Jeannine Greco
December 3, 2008
Mrs. Petronio:
Doc P was rhe best Doctor a child could ask for. I was well into my 30's and still saw him until just before my child was born in 2002.
Doc P saw many members of my generation and then saw our chikden.
Through the years we would talk about old times and different events that took place. a few of them were when a mouse was in the office and he cought it under the waste basket in the waiting room. and how he let staff go because they were telling his older clients they had to go see someone else. when my cousin had her daughter and I had my son several years later , he often told me he did not know our married names but he knew who the mothers were by the childs Features who they were. and who could forget all the interns he took in.
You always knew that when you came into the office and ran the show that trouble was brewing. He was a superb DR, and will be missed imensley . If by chance you do not know who this is I will just say I was his oldest patient and I loved Doc P.
I am sorry for your family's loss.
Jeannine Greco
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Judy DiCecco-Cimaglia
December 2, 2008
To My Petronio Cousins:
Josephine, Maria, Bethany, Lisa, Everett and Tommy;
We want to send our sincerest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to you all on the passing of cousin Domenic.
We were very surprised to hear that terrible news when cousin Sandra called us.
Please know that you are all in our prayers and that Jesus will give you comfort for your great loss.
Our Heavenly Father is now holding cousin Dom in the palm of His hand.
We are so sorry that we were not in RI to see you all. Our peace and love to you all.
Cousins Judy and Anthony Cimaglia
Bill Henry
December 2, 2008
Dear Auntie Jo & Family,
As one of the newer members of this family, I'd like to express to you a few thoughts which are hard for me to say in person because of the deep loss I feel in my heart. When I initially joined this family unfortunately my father-in-law, Ernie Lima, was already too sick for me to really interact with him and enjoy doing father-in-law and son-in-law type activities whether that just be dinner and talking about current events, or watching a favorite TV show or going to a sports game. My interaction with Ernie was mainly to watch over him and make sure he was safe while my mother-in-law and Susan accomplished everyday tasks or while they enjoyed some quality time together as mother and daughter - losing Ernie early on in my marriage created a void for both myself and Susan. However, I was fortunate enough to have many common bonds with Uncle Dom whether it was our military experience or our insane and fanatical love of the Red Sox and sports in general. For me Uncle Dom was like a surrogate father-in-law and helped fill that critical void in my life and I will forever be grateful for the friendship and time we shared together. I will always recall his loud cheers for the Frairs and his screaming and yelling at the referees when they mad a bad call. Or our lengthy conversations about how the Red Sox where doing and our joy and excitement when they actually ended 86 years of frustration in 2004. His passion for life and love and laughter will always be remembered and cherished.
I posted this to both the PROJO and the Funeral Home Guest Books not knowing which guestbook you were checking.
Mr. Bill
The Burgess/DiBiase/Bailey Families
December 2, 2008
To the Petronio Family,
I cannot begin to tell you how many times I was at the office. Dr. Dom took care of my children and all of my sisters and neices children. When you went into the office it was like seeing an old friend because he knew your mom, sisters, nieces and nephews. He knew generations of my family members. He has cared for so many kids and I do not think I can rememner one child afraid to go in to see him. He was a good doctor and will be missed.
Bridget Boucher
December 2, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and Family,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Dr. Petronio's passing. When I was a young girl in high school I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Dr. Petronio in his Johnston office. I can not tell you the wonderful memories that I have from the years I worked for him. He taught me not only how to do my job well, but also the important lessons in life. How to never give up when things get tough, or how important it is to take care of children no matter what time of day it is or how sick they are. I think of him often when I am in my classroom teaching special needs students. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Lea (Corona) Parent
December 2, 2008
The Petronio Family,
I was so sad to here of Uncle Dom's passing. He was my pediatrician from when I was an infant all the way past my teenage years! I remember being sick and my mother calling to make an appointment and uncle Dom getting on the phone to tell my mother to "bring me a meatball sandwich" or the time when I went to him on my birthday, and he examined me as he ate some of my birthday cake! He was a wonderful, caring man and will truly be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tarah Jacques
December 1, 2008
Dr Petronio had been my pediatrician as well as my older siblings since the early 80's My mother still tells the story of how he basically saved my life as an infant when he found I had a very serious health condition. She will always remember and love him for that. He always made us laugh and really made going on appointments a good time. He would even take care of our mom if she happened to be sick when taking us to see him. I had a major back surgery and even though I was no longer a patient, Dr Petronio still came to visit me in the hospital to make sure I was doing well. He was just that type of guy. He will never be forgotten. We'll always keep Uncle Dom in our hearts!
Gina Conti
December 1, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Dr. Petronio was
not just our physician, but a dear
friend. His memory will always
remain in our hearts. Our deepest sympathies go out to you
and your family in this time of grief. We will keep you all in our
thoughts and prayers.
Gina Conti and sons Ken,
Christopher, Michael and Anthony
Pam (Felici) Mitchell
December 1, 2008
Mrs. Petronio & Family,
My sincere condolences to you and
your family at this time. I am the Manager of Medical Records at Fatima Hospital and whenever Dr. Dom would come in to do his
records, I would be there to turn the pages for him to sign. He was a great man and will be missed by all.
Sincerely,
The Patriarca Family
December 1, 2008
Mrs. Petronio and family,
My family and I were saddened to hear of Dr. Petronio's passing. He was a remarkable pediatrician and a wonderful man. He had a unique way of calming us as new parents and was great with our two girls.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jennifer Ricci
December 1, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Patrick Scarella
December 1, 2008
Dear Lisa & family:
The PC Basketball games are not going to be the same without your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
-Patrick and Jeanne Scarella
Michelle Mougenot
December 1, 2008
To The Petronio Family:
My hearfelt sympathy to you all at this very sad time. My prayers and thoughts are with you in the difficult days ahead. He was a man that was respected and loved by everyone he met. May you find peace in knowing that he is with God and has no more pain or suffering.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Michelle Mougenot
DEBRA PRETE
December 1, 2008
TO THE PETRONIO FAMILY,
Dr. Don was the great one!! May he rest in peace.
Debra Prete
Stephen Lepre
December 1, 2008
On behalf of the many Special Needs Children we have serviced over the years, I would like to thank Dr. Petronio for his caring, compassionate attitude and dedicated professional service. Stephen P. Lepre, PT, MEd
Karen (Santoro) Lanzieri
December 1, 2008
I write this to offer my condolences to the entire Petronio family, my heart ached when I learned of the loss of Dr. Petronio, but in spite of it all a smile came across my face. I could not help but think of all the funny things that come into my mind of his escapades in his first little office on Hartford Avenue, and it was an honor to be a part of them. I could go on forever, but please know that we all lost a truly special man. I will never forget Dr Petronio as a boss, pediatrician of my children and most of all a friend. Take comfort in knowing that he was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
He will forever be in our hearts.
Kathy Santurri
December 1, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Petronio family. He always had a story to share with my sons about going to St.Anthony's with their papa and the reactions on my sons' faces were priceless! Uncle Dom, you'll be greatly missed!
Kathy (Morgan) Santurri
Jordan & Morgan Santurri
joan victor leonard
December 1, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Dawn Shurtleff-Fontaine
December 1, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Petronio family. Dr Dom was my pediatrician until I was 19 years old--and he never told me I had to leave. I was in his office very often when I was young & I never feared the great Uncle Dom. It is truely a sad day in medicine--the great one has left us, but will certainly never be forgotten. Thank you Uncle Dom for your best years.
Nicole Narducci
December 1, 2008
To the Petronio family
Dr Dom was such a great man he was my peditrician from birth until he retired even though I was 21. He was great and even took care of my grandfather for many years even though he wasnt a child!!! Please take comfort in these times by knowing what a great man to many people your husband father and grandfather was he was loved and will be missed by many
Lori Leonard
December 1, 2008
To the Petronio Family
My deepest sympathy to all of you. I will never forget Dr. Dom, he took care of my children for many years. He was always caring and always answered my many many questions that I had about my children. When my children were little I was there for every little thing that happened to them. He told me I was there so much I should move a bed in. I will never forget the bowling alley or the beachhouse. Your family was always very special.
May he rest in Peace.
Lori
Lori DeCotis Brown
December 1, 2008
My sincerest condolences to the family of such a caring, loving, selfless man....He took very good care of my 3 children for many years, he will truly be missed.
deanna forte
December 1, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the Petronio family. I am 38 years old and one of Dr. Dom's first patients. My children were also patients up till his retirement. Whenever I brought them in to see Dr. Dom, he would say "kid do you believe this, 2nd generation here!" When my kids seen Dr. Dom at St. Bartholomew church, I would tell them... this is where Dr. Dom gets his strenght.
Ame Thompson
December 1, 2008
Dr. Petronio was a wonderful man, he was not only my peditrician growing up he was also my sons. He saved my life as a child and I will be always greatful for that, for I wouldnt have the life I do today if it wasnt for him! He will be missed more than anything!!! Even though he has passed on his legacy will live!! Thank you for all that you have done Uncle Dom!!!
Debra J. Fontaine
November 30, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio, Maria, Bethany & Lisa,
There are no words to express the heartache the Fontaine family is feeling this evening in learning of the passing of the best pediatrician, boss and friend we had in Dr. Petronio.
As an employee working for him, no matter what the time, it was his rule at the office that if a child was sick he/she was always to be seen that day. We worked many days passed closing time because he could not leave the office if he knew a child and parent were depending on him.
As a parent calling the answering service on a Sunday with a sick child, he would call back and many times his response would be "meet me at the office". When I would get there i was never alone. Other parents with sick children were sitting in rooms as he retrieved children's files on his own. He was an amazing doctor from the depths of his sole. Perhaps his heart was too big. Perhaps he cared too much. But, he was born to heal, that was his gift from God, the greatest gift. As a parent and now a grandparent, I know that he is the kind of pediatrician every parent hopes for and very few find.
About three years ago, my son Justin, now 24, met Dr. Petronio at the Mobil Service station here in Greenville. He came home and joyously told us of their encounter and how great it was to see him. My son said "I had to give him a hug and thank him personally for taking such great care of me through all my years of asthma, cuts and whatever" That day Justin didn't refer to him as a pediatrician but instead stated: "He's such a great guy". Dr.Petronio had a sincere love for children that went beyond the title of doctor and that love will last in their hearts forever.
As the owner of a preschool now, parents often ask me for advice in finding a pediatrician. My response is always: "The best has retired".
As I sit here in tears, I know in my heart that the good lord is smiling, holding Dr. Petronio in his warm embrace saying: "Thank-You Dom, you were my angel on earth".
He will never, ever be forgotten.
God bless Dr.'P'-tronio (as my daughter Jill called him as a toddler and as he always remembered and joked about through the years) & God bless the Petronio family.
With deepest sympathy, Debbie, Joe, Jill and son Ethan, Joey and wife Dawn, Justin and Jaymes Fontaine
Sharyn D'Ambra
November 30, 2008
To The Petronio Family:
Deepest sympathies to all of you. I will never forget Dr Dom,My son was one of Dr Dom's first patients in 1970. We continued to see him for all the years up to his retirement. He was a very humble great man. He took care of all my foster children and was always there whenever we needed him. We loved his sense of humor, and his ability to make you feel at ease. He was a great man and I will never forget him.I was so very saddened to hear of your loss. Sincerly Sharyn D'Ambra
Robert Boscia
November 30, 2008
To the Petronio family: With deepest sympathy and reguards for your loss. Dr Dom took care of Michelle and Robert Jr some 30 years ago. We always thought the best of him! May he rest in peace. The Boscia family
Tony Lato, Jr.
November 30, 2008
To the entire Petronio Family,
Dr. P. took care of my daughter, Janel, when she was first born. He was a tremendous individual who I admired tremendously. May he rest in peace with the Lord, Jesus Christ.
Tammy, Bob, Kelly and Ashley Guilmain
November 30, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Dom's passing. He certainly was one of a kind. My daughers Kelly and Ashley went to him from 1988 until his retirement. No other doctors ever cared for children the way he did. Always immediately on the phone making sure our little ones were going to be ok. I don't live but a few streets from his ex Greenville home. My kids best thought was going to Uncle Dom's on Halloween hoping for him to come to the door. They loved him so much and sometimes you would swear they felt better just seeing him. He will be missed and always a part of my children's and my memories. God Bless All of you.
Linda (Lamoureux) Delcarpini
November 30, 2008
To the family of Dr. Dom,
I met Dr. Dom years ago on a Christmas eve, when I brought my daughter in to see the doctor. The doctor that I had was unable to see her so they asked me if I would see Dr. Petronio. He helped calmed a very nervous new mother that day. I never saw another doctor after that. He was the doctor for all my children and then my grandchildren until he retired. He was a very compassionate man who was always
their for his children and the mothers. Working in the medical field myself, I know only to well that it can be difficult to make someone feel that they are the most important person to you at that time. Many professionals today lack that quality, but he did not. I can not say enough about this truly dedicated pediatrician. Anyone that he touched was truly blessed.
Patty Fennessy
November 30, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jerry Marsocci
November 30, 2008
Dear Joe, Maria, Bethany and Lisa,
My heart is broken as I have lost a dear friend. Our friendship and our passion for PC Friars was exceptional. We shared many heartbrakes and many cherished moments with the Friars. His caring for my children was exceptional and we will be forever grateful. A man whose love for family, friends and patients was unconditional and had no limits. I have lost part of myself with his passing. We are sorry we are not there at this moment of sorrow. We are cheering in his memory for PC Basketball in Anaheim California. Our sincere condolences to you and the family at this time. God Bless you and Uncle Dom.
Jerry, Pat & Tiffany Marsocci
Anita Khoury Chamoun
November 30, 2008
Dear Mrs P, Maria, Bethany & Lisa and families, I am really saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Petronio.I remember visiting with you Bethany in Greenville & at your Beachhouse like it was yesterday. Those are the best childhood memories. Your Dad was so nice & loving. I will always remember Him & your family with loving memories! May he rest in peace, Love Anita Khoury Chamoun
michelle damiano
November 30, 2008
Dear PetronioFamily,
I "m so sorry for your loss he was my dr from when i was a baby until i was a teenager he was the best dr anybody could ever have I WILL MISS HIM
Tracy Rhodes-Pendergraft
November 30, 2008
To Uncle Dom's family my deepest sympathy.
May Uncle Dom Rest In Peace.
Richard & Regina Cappalli
November 30, 2008
To the Petronio family and epecially to Jo, Everett and Tom:
We are saddened to hear that "Uncle Dom" has passed on--- kind, caring, compassionate and dedicated --a true physician in every sense of the word. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Melissa Coutoulakis
November 30, 2008
Uncle Dom was not only my pediatrician, but when I had children, he was my son's as well. He always made himself available to his patients, and his sense of humor could not be matched. Even though it has been many years since I have seen him, he will be missed. My condolences go out to his family, he was a wonderful man.
annmarie melone
November 30, 2008
sorry to hear about your husband andfather he was my doctor for 17 years i will never forget him i will pray for him
annmarie melone
November 30, 2008
sorry to hear about your husband father he was my doctor for 17 years i will never forget him i will pray for him
Nicole (Pard) Tomaselli
November 30, 2008
Dear Mrs. P, Maria, Bethany, & Lisa, Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of an incomparable man. I was devastated to learn of his passing this morning. It is almost impossible to describe what a truly altruistic person he was unless you knew him. He was my doctor from the day I was born in 1978 until he retired and I also worked for him for 6 years when I was a teenager. I saw first hand what an amazing person he was and he had an enormous impact on my life. He always treated me like I was his own child and wanted nothing more than to see me succeed in life. I will always be grateful to him for everything he did for me and I will never, ever forget him. May you & your family find peace during this difficult time...
Marilyn Moretti
November 30, 2008
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Dr. Dom will always be remembered for his sense of humor and compassionate ways. He is a wonderful memory to all of us as our family was challenged with the parenting of three sons. May God bless all of you. You are in our prayers.
George Coutoulakis
November 30, 2008
Our deepest condolences to the Petronio family,he will be missed but never forgotten. A GREAT DOCTOR who took care of all our children, He will be greatly missed,
Laurie Hanna
November 30, 2008
Dear Auntie Jo and Girls,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of a truely great man, father, husband and doctor. Uncle Dom was always there for us and our 3 children. We all called him Uncle Dom and forever will be in our hearts. He will be missed......May his memory be eternal.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Laurie & Sam Hanna
maria albanese-abbatematteo
November 30, 2008
to uncle doms family very sorry for your loss;he god choose a very grt man to take care of my children and they grew up very well and are now parents themseleves;he stood by my two daughters when they were very sick and also cared about my health as well;he will be sadly missed and never forgotten;;im sure he sitting right beside god and giving him advice on how to help and cure the next person;sincerly maria;;courtney;amanda
KATHY DONAHUE
November 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Staff at Johnston Insurance Agency
Ken, Sue, Sheila, & Kevin Hoskin
November 30, 2008
To the entire Petronio Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. Uncle Dom was a very caring & compassionate Dr. that was ALWAYS there when you needed him no matter what time of day or night. A true professional that dedicated 110% to his practice & patients. We'll never forget him. Rest in peace Uncle Dom.
Ken, Sue, Sheila & Kevin Hoskin
Janet Mooney
November 30, 2008
Dear Mrs. Pertonio and family, My name is Janet Mooney, I am the sister of Susan Mariotti who passed away on July 1, 2008. Your may remember Sue she worked for Uncle Dom for a few years in his Johnston office. My sister Debbie and I also brought our childred for years to Uncle Dom's office. He was always a truly loving and caring man. Heaven will be graced with his presence. Please be assured of all our prayers for your family at this time of sorrow.
Karleen, Steve, Mike, Alex, + Brandin Tedesco
November 30, 2008
To The Petronio Family,
We want to send you our deepest sympathy to all of you. Uncle Dom was a wonderful doctor and person to us and my 3 boys from 1989 until his retirement. Dr. P was always there when we needed him. Even Christmas Eve morning Mike was sick and he was the only one in office when I called he said bring him right in I will wait. We are so greatful for things he did.
He is in heaven no more suffering and one day we will all be together again.
Uncle Dom may you R.I.P and you will always be in our hearts and memories..
IRISH PRAY...
May The Road Rise To Meet You.
May The Wind Be Always At Your Back.
May The Sun Shine Warm Upon Your face.
May The Rains Fall Soft Upon Your Fields And Until We Meet Again.
May The Lord Hold You In The Palm Of His Hand.
God bless you all
Love,
Nicholas and Graciela Tiberi
November 30, 2008
Our deepest condolences to the Petronio family,he will be missed but never forgotten.
cheryl pitts
November 29, 2008
To the entire family of Dr.Petronio he was a fabulous Dr.and he was my daughters Dr.from 1998 until 2003 and he was a class act..may he rest in peace. Cheryl and Carley Pitts
Tom Carberry
November 29, 2008
To the Petronio family: I was so saddened to read of Dr. Dom's passing. He was our sons Doctor starting with our oldest boy in 1975 and our younger boy in 1977. My wife was always worried that our younger son was too thin, Dr. Dom would laugh and say "give him some pasta, he'll be okay". I was in Stop and Shop on Atwood Ave in Johnstone in 1998 when I heard someone calling my name. I turned around and it was Dr. Dom beaming from ear to ear, asking me how the boys and my wife were? I could not believe that he remembered us after so many years had passed. God bless you and God bless Dr. Dom, he will be rembered in our prayers.
MaryAnn Fratantuono-Valente,R.N.
November 29, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio & Family, I was very sorry to read that Dr. Petronio passed away. He was a "down to earth" doctor, very compassionate & professional. May he rest in peace.Sincerely, MaryAnn
LOWELL AND ELLA EFIRD
November 29, 2008
WE ARE DEEPLY SADDENED OVER THE LOSS OF A SPECIAL PERSON. OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. MAY GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH & COURAGE.
Bob and Anne scott
November 29, 2008
We will always remember our annual picnics at Birch Park in Fort Lauderdale where Domenic sang his beloved Italian songs while the rest of us tried to play cards.We grew to love him dearly and he will be sadly missed . Our love to Jo and Family
Debbie and David Barber
November 29, 2008
To the Petronio Family,
Uncle Dom was the doctor for all 3 of our children. He was always so kind and gentle with them. He helped us through many difficult days when our son was first diagnosed. He was the only doctor I have ever met who could look at you when you walked into the room and diagnose you just by looking at you -then he would run tests -just to be sure. He was a wonderful man and we are sure that God has made a special place for him in heaven. We are so sorry for your loss.
The Lynes Family
November 29, 2008
Deepest condolences going out to the entire Petronio family....Dr. Petronio will always be remembered by the Lynes family for the gentle and caring manner that he showed to our children while they were growing up. Always there for us with that 'genuine' smile. God has him in His care now.
STEVE RICCI
November 29, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF DR.DOMEMICO PETRONIO: MY DEEPEST RESPECT AND CONDOLENCE TO YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY.HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED BY MY FAMILY AS DR. DOM. A MAN THAT TOOK GREAT PLEASURE AND CAREING WITH HIS PATIENTS,A GREAT HUMANITARIAN. MAY GOD BLESS, HE WILL BE REMEMBERED ALWAYS. STEVE,TONI,STEPHANIE,DARIA AND DOMINIC RICCI
Carol & Cara Fuscellaro
November 29, 2008
Mrs. Petronio and family, please accept my deepest condolences. He was a loved man by me and my family.
Donna Lee Galetti
November 29, 2008
To the Petronio Family, Dr. Petronio
was my son Jarred's doctor since his
birth in 1986. We have nothing but
fond memories of him. He was always
there when you needed him and we
will never forget the excellent care
he gave and of course his sparkling
personality. The Galetti Family
Joan and Tom Forte
November 29, 2008
Dear Jo and Family,
We were indeed saddened this morning to learn of the death of your dear husband Dr. Domenic. It was our pleasure meeting both of you, sharing a memorable restaurant dinner one evening, and seeing you, though briefly, at the Hermitage poolside, last April. Reading all the wonderful tributes noted by so many in this guest book only reinforced our feelings of regret in not having met him and you much sooner. You and your family are in our prayers. May his noble soul rest peacefully in the arms of our loving God.
Donald Melino
November 29, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
PAUL,Verna & Nana Mc Afee
November 29, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anthony & Amitie Bellini
November 29, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anna Stetson
November 29, 2008
Everett,
My deepest sympathy to you,
Tom and your family on the loss of your brother, Domenic. He was a "wonderful" person, a great doctor, and a special person in my life. Dr. Dom helped me out many, many times when my sons were young with never a complaint. He will be fondly remembered in my thoughts and those of my sons who were never afraid when going to see him. Please know that you are in my prayers at this most difficult and sad time.
JOHN PALIOTTA
November 29, 2008
TO THE PETRONIO FAMILY,OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON YOUR LOSS.TO EVERETT,WE ARE SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR BROTHER.YOUR FRIENDS,JOHN AND EDDIE PALIOTTA
Kristin (Lamoureux) Raimond
November 29, 2008
I am so very saddened today to hear of Dr. Dom's passing. He was truly a giving man who has touched my life in so many ways. As a child, he was caring, funny, and gentle. I was never afraid to go to the doctors! I remember my Mom always stopping to bring him donuts when we would come in. My Dad Ray always bartended his grand parties, and I have fond memories of baking cookies with Josephine and being amazed by his player piano.
As a Mom, he brought me comfort when I was nervous about my babies. He taught me to never underestimate my "Mother's Instinct".
I have missed him so since he retired. There will never be a better doctor.
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful man.
Dave and Cheryne Ray
November 29, 2008
To Auntie Jo, Maria, Bethany, Lil and the rest of the family:
Our thoughts are with you. Uncle Dom was a wonderful guy and will be deeply missed. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Lisa Minutelli
November 29, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and family,
Dr. Petronio took care of my children from 1990 till the day he retired. He was always there when I would call. Even if I called on Sunday, he would see them. He was a great doctor and a funny man. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God Bless All of You.
tony fagundes
November 29, 2008
uncle dom may you rest in peace you were the best ....
dave Zarrella
November 29, 2008
to the entire Doctor Dom family,
our deepest sympathies to you all.
he was a great caring and compassionate man. you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
dave, tammy and giovanni Zarrella
Carol Ann Randall/Ketchum
November 29, 2008
To Petronio Family,Doc took care of my children for many years,he also took care of my nieces and friends children,he was always so kind and caring,he will be sadly missed buy all children and parents.May He Rest in peace.
Richard and Gina Valente
November 29, 2008
To the Petronio family,
Dr Petronio was one of the greatest
and most dedicated doctors I have ever known. He cared for for my 4
children from the time they were born and helped my wife and I cope with the challenges of being young parents. I remember him on several
occasions opening his office on a Sunday because one of my kids was sick. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank Martinelli
November 29, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Doctor Petronio was a wonderful man and doctor. We will all miss him.
Love,
Frank Martinelli, Jeanna, and DJ
John and Lisa Conti
November 29, 2008
Dear Mrs. Petronio and Famiy:
John and I are very sorry for your loss. Doctor P was always there for us and we thought of him as part of our family. We loved his warm smile and booming and cheerful laugh. We will miss him greatly and feel blessed to have known such a great man and doctor.
Love ,
Lisa and John Conti
Rose and Frank Martinelli
November 29, 2008
Dear Mrs. P and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. You know how much we loved and respected Doc. We have lost a great, great friend and the world has lost a great human being.
Love,
The Martinelli Family
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