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JOSEPH A. CERNIGLIA, 87 SCHAUMBURG - Joseph A. Cerniglia 87, of Schaumburg, IL died on August 6, 2013, at Alden of Barrington, IL. Born February 23, 1926, in Rockford to Salvatore and Mary (Manalli) Cerniglia. Married Patricia Thorpe on July 29, 1950. Joe was a very accomplished professional bowler for several years. He started his career at St. Anthony's bowling alley in 1942. He was inducted into the Bowling Hall Of Fame in 1985. Joe was a partner with his brother, Jack in Cerniglia's Bar and Grill in Rockford for 15 years. Owned S.I. Bowl/CooCoo"s in Carterville, IL until he retired in 1994 to be with his most cherished grandchildren. WWII Navy Veteran stationed in Hawaii. Predeceased by his loving wife, Patricia. Survived by daughter, Mary Jo Shuff, son-in-law, Doug Shuff, grandchildren, Allyson and Aaron Shuff of South Barrington, IL; brothers, Paul (Mary), and Jack (Marion); sister, Rosalie Vascellaro (Sam), Frances Nelson (Robert); sisters-in-law, Gloria Cellitti (Lalio/Flash), Louise Thorpe (Calvin); many nieces and nephews; and special friend, Jimmy Smith of Rockford. Predeceased by parents; sister, Angela Bidzinski (Zenon); sister-in-law, Beverly Hellman (Jack). Thank you to Dr. Nicholas Riccardo for many years of extraordinary care and to the loving staff at Alden. Visitation Friday, August 9, from 9:30 a.m. until the start of the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 1010 Ferguson St., Rockford, IL. Burial at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family. For online register, visit weltefuneral.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2013.

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Ronald Achilli

August 9, 2013

Joe and Jack taught me how to bowl at the Park Lanes. He knew my parents, August/Delaine. RIP

Loretta Bates

August 9, 2013

I am so sorry about Joe. Larry and I used to go to Cerniglia's to eat and drink, We also know Jack and Joe from bowling. We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Larry and Loretta Bates

Angel and Frank Catalano

August 8, 2013

Dear Cernaglia Family,

So Sorry to hear of Joe's Death.

we will never stop bragging about the Cerniiglia Brorthers Bowling success!
They put Rockford on the Map!!

God has blessed you all with Happy memories.
Eternal est Grant to Him O Lord and Let the Perpetual light Shine upon Him!!!

Our Prayers are Yours!

Andy and Bonnie Shoemake

August 8, 2013

So sorry to hear of JoJo's passing. He was a wonderful man and we have so many happy memories of our times with him at S.I Bowl. Our condolences to the entire Cerniglia family.

Lucy Kuykendall Nel

August 8, 2013

So sorry to hear of Uncle Joe's passing. I have many great memories of him and CooCoo's. My prayers are with his family.

August 8, 2013

Sorry to hear of Uncle Joe's (Jo Jo)
passing, also Pat's.We have known Joe
and Pat since the day's of the SI bowl.
All of our prayer are with you. The
Donald Quaglia and family, David, Lisa,
and Amy...

August 8, 2013

**correction...GODPARENTS..,I mean, for our son Nick. Treasure the memories always of him.

Steve Mattox

August 8, 2013

My condolences to the Cerniglia family.Joe Joe was a great man and is sorely missed.

Paul and Susanne Papas

August 8, 2013

Uncle Joe will be missed. We will never forget his smile. When I worked at Coo-Coo's, at the end of the night he would always tell me "See you in church!" He was funny and sweet and always looked out for all of us. He taught me how to bowl and I'll never forget the late night bowling with his friends. Please know that we will keep you and your family in our thoughts.

Mark Hamrock

August 8, 2013

Sorry to hear of Uncle Joe's passing. He was a special man and friend. He always a way to make you smile. I treasure the memories of Joe and all the "family" at SI Bowl and Coo-Coos. Mt thoughts and prayers to the entire family.

Kurt Mische

August 8, 2013

So sorry to hear about our favorite uncle, Joe. We had so many good times and wonderful memories from our time at CooCoos in southern Illinois. God bless you until we see you again.

August 8, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of uncle Joe's passing. He was one of the best people I have ever known. He and aunt pat were my oldest son's grandparents. I adored them. Did not realize aunt pat had passed already. My thoughts, prayers, and my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you all. Lisa Quaglia Spezia

Mark May

August 8, 2013

So very sorry to hear about "Uncle Joe"s" passing. He was a great friend and always brought a smile to my face at S.I. Bowl. Prayers to the entire Cerniglia family!

Amanda Bridges

August 8, 2013

Sorry to hear about "Uncle Joe". He was a wonderful man that I enjoyed hanging out with, talking to and learning about life from while I worked at CooCoo's. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

August 8, 2013

Condolences to the Cerniglia family from Keith Camarato and family.

John & Joyce Fisher

August 8, 2013

So many great memories of the Cerniglia family. Uncle Joe was such a sweetheart. Prayers for the Cerniglia family and for all those that loved Uncle Joe.

August 8, 2013

Very sad to hear about Uncle Joe. I have many wonderful memories working for him at coo coos. My heart and prayers go out to all his family members.

tony loyd

August 8, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. I always called him uncle Joe while I worked for him at SI Bowl. I always think about him and remember all the great times we had

Joey Helleny

August 8, 2013

Sorry to hear about "Uncle Joe". He was a great friend here. We had many fun times at SI Bowl/CooCoos. My sympathies to everyone in the Cerniglia family. You will always be family to me.

Sean Mocaby

August 8, 2013

Very sad to learn of Joe Joe's passing. He was a great man to work for and a wonderful man I'm glad I had the pleasure to know. He will be missed.

August 7, 2013

Mary Jo, I am so sorry for your loss of your father.My heart goes out to you and your family.I will be praying for you that God will hold you through this loss and after it is all over,that he will send many blessings your way.I will not be able to be there but I will be thinking about you and for love and peace in your heart remembering all those special memories.I love you and hope we can spend some time together in the near future.Love&prayers,your cousin,Cindy

Kathy Leombruni

August 7, 2013

MaryJo,
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

August 7, 2013

Rosalie, sorry for the loss of your brother, Joe. I remember setting pins at St Anthony Bowling allies and he was bowling in a league at the time.
Your loving cousin Joe & Mary Armato
San Marcos,Ca.

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