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Gino Martinelli Obituary
92, of New Philadelphia, died Sunday, April 30, 2017 at his home following a period of declining health.
A son of the late Attilio and Ida (Baggia) Martinelli, Gino was born July 7, 1924 at Roswell, Ohio. Gino graduated from Midvale High School in 1941. Following graduation, he enlisted with the United States Navy and served during World War II. He then continued his education at Kent State University where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Education in 1949 and then earned a Master's degree in Education at The Ohio State University in 1953.
He served as a school teacher at the former Uhrichsville High School as well as Claymont High School from 1949 to 1979. Following his retirement from teaching, Gino worked as the Chief Ranger for the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District for 13 years. Gino also served as the Mayor of Roswell for 17 years and as a bus driver for the Indian Valley School District. Gino was an avid outdoorsman who especially enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening. He also raised beagles and won a National Field Championship with his dog, Wally. Gino had a love for baseball and he was a member of the Roswell Class "A" Baseball team well into his mid 40's and was later inducted into the Cy Young Baseball Hall of Fame. Gino enjoyed pitching horseshoes and was a lifelong fan of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the New York Yankees.
He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Carmie (Ruggeri) Martinelli whom he married on June 3, 1950 in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at Dennison; nine sons, Rich (Mary) of Belmont, Mass., Mike (Jodie) of Perrysburg, Ohio, Bob (Kathy) of New Philadelphia, Steve (Jane) of Dover, Mark (Vi) of Sharpsburg, Ga., Gary (Bridget) of New Philadelphia, Tom (Kelly) of North Canton, Paul (Holly Waldenmyer) of New Philadelphia and Vinny (Ruthann) Martinelli of Tuscarawas; a daughter, Gina (Alan) Mielcuszny of Ballwin, MO.; 18 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Gino was preceded in death by his parents; one sister; three brothers; and two grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory at New Philadelphia with the Rosary service being held at 7:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Father Jeff Coning will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church at New Philadelphia. Burial with military honors will follow in St. Elizabeth Cemetery at Roswell. A luncheon will be held in Tuscarawas Central Catholic High School following the committal service.
Those wishing to do so may send the family a personal condolence and light a candle in remembrance of Gino by visiting the funeral home website, www.geibcares.com.
Contributions may be made in Gino's memory to Community Hospice of Tuscarawas County, 716 Commercial Avenue SW, New Philadelphia, OH 44663.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gino Martinelli
Kit Voshall
May 16, 2017
RIP Gino. He was the best teacher I ever had. He was a good man. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family.
Debbie Rosser
May 12, 2017
Dear Martinelli Family:
My deepest sympathies on your loss. I knew Mr. Martinelli when he was my bus driver all through school and from going to catholic school with his children. He was a very nice man and I respected him. He lived a long and happy life and was richly blessed with friends and family. May God comfort all of you with the fondest memories. He'll always be alive in your hearts!
Sincerely,
Debbie Rosser (Kopp) formerly of Midvale
Bonnie and Dave Maculaitis
May 5, 2017
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your father Gino.
Jim Amicone
May 4, 2017
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Martinelli family. Gino guided me to being an altar boy at St. Elizabeths, and encouraged me on furthering my education. To me, Gino was a Gentlemen's Gentlemen. Rest in Peace.
Ken & Shirley Yant
May 4, 2017
Sorry for your loss. He was a good man.
amber
May 3, 2017
I'm glad I got know Gino in the short time I was there. I'm glad he's at peace now. I'm so sorry for your loss Carmi and family
May 3, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers to all of you.He lived his life to the fullest. Jim and Judy Haney
DENNIS BULONE
May 2, 2017
DEAR MARTINELLI, I DID NOT KNOW GINO BUT ONLY THROUGH THE STORIES AL BENNETT, WOULD TELL ME. SO I KNEW GINO THROUGH THESE GREAT HUNTING ADVENTURES . I COULD ONLY WISH FOR GINO'S ZEST FOR LIFE, AND ALL THE THINGS HE LIKED TO DO, WHEN I'M HIS AGE. MY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY, MY CONDOLENCES
James Pietro
May 2, 2017
They don't make em like this anymore! Gino was a great man & will be missed!
Fr. Martin J Ralko
May 2, 2017
Carmie
I am so sorry to hear of Gino's death. Be assured of my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Karen Miller
May 2, 2017
I have so many great memories of working with Gino at MWCD. He took his work very seriously but could have a laugh or two along the way. He was very proud of his family! My sympathy to the family. Know that a man like Gino is surely walking the golden streets of heaven, looking for a garden to tend!
Michele (Colombo) Eckstein
May 2, 2017
Deepest Sympathies to the Entire Martinelli Family. I'm so sorry to hear about Gino. He was a very nice man, yes he may have growled at us kids in Roswell a time or two, but he was always nice to me. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Harry & Dee Ann Horstman
May 2, 2017
Our Condolences! Fond memories of him visiting us at Camp Aldersgate on Leesville Lake and having dinner with the campers when he was a MWCD Ranger.
David pica
May 2, 2017
To the entire family, my prayers and sympathy for your loss. Your father enjoyed a long and productive life. Now may he rest in peace with the Lord.
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