Geno M. Morelli

Passed 1/29/2011

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Obituary For Geno M. Morelli

Geno M. Morelli, 83, of Wintersville, Ohio died Saturday, January 29, 2011 at Trinity West. He was born October 26, 1927 in Steubenville a son of the late Antonio & Lena Carrara Morelli.   Geno was a local businessman having been  employed by Tony Morelli & Sons; National Lubricating Products; Geno Morelli & Sons; Fernwood Development Co. and owned Sunset Window Co. He served as past president of Wintersville Lions Club, Jefferson Co. Farm Bureau, Wintersville Chamber of Commerce, Wintersville Boosters Club, Ohio Valley Boosters Association, OSBA Northeast Region, and Ohio Valley Steelmark Committee. Geno served as past chairman of the United Way of Steubenville, Jefferson County Red Cross, Indian Creek School Levy Committee, Cross Creek School District Levy Committee, Jefferson Co. Education Service Center Board of Trustees, Jefferson Co. Vocational School Board of Trustees, Ohio School Board Association Board of Trustees and Executive Board. He was named Ohio Valley Steelmark Steelman of the Year, Wintersville Lions Club Man of the Year and Wintersville Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year. He was a charter member of the Ohio Valley Sales & Executive Club, American Italian Cultural Club, Ohio Valley Opera Guild and Grand Theatre Board of Directors. Geno was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and served in the Merchant Marines.  Preceding Geno in death was his brother Ben Morelli. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Catozza Morelli; children Toni Jean (Bruce) Dondzila, Mark (Sandy) Morelli & Geno (Renee) Morelli all of Wintersville; Marcy (Jack) Eannarelli of Houston, TX and Lisa (Kirk) Icuss of Knoxville, TN; twelve grandchildren Nicholas & Chad Dondzila, Jason, Michael & Adam Morelli, Jacqueline & Jake Eannarelli, Morgan & Mitchell Morelli; Morell, Elise & Philip Icuss; two great grandchildren Ryle & Gavin Dondzila; brothers Clyde (Mary Agnes) Morelli of Steubenville & Tony (Jean) Morelli of Wintersville; sister-in-law Teresa Morelli of Columbus, OH; many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Sunday 6-8 p.m. and Monday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Funeral liturgy with mass 10 a.m. Tuesday at Blessed Sacrament Church with Msgr. Kurt Kemo, main celebrant and Msgr. William Cornelius, co-celebrant. Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.  Vigil services 3:45 p.m. Monday In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Charity Hospice, Blessed Sacrament Church, Indian Creek Foundation. The Morelli Family would like to thank the friends and family who supported them through this journey, the Tuesday Night Euchre Buddies, Charity Hospice and Trinity West Nurses & Aides on Three North.

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  • 09/03/2024

    I have only known Mr. Morelli for a couple years through a civic organization we both belonged to but I will remember him as a very kind man. Though I was new to the area and the group, he always went out of his way to talk with me and sincerely want to know how I was doing. Mr. Morelli always made you feel welcome. He will be very much missed and I wish his family well during this most difficult time that they must be going through. It was a real blessing to get to know Mr. Morelli.

  • 09/03/2024

    Marcy and family, We were sadden to hear of the loss of your father. You have our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Toni Jean, Lisa & Kirk, Please accept our sympathies. You and your extended family are in our thoughts and prayers. Dee Dee

  • 09/03/2024

    I have known Geno for many years, serving together on Executive Comm. of the Northeast Region OSBA. Geno was a tireless worker for Ohio's school children. Geno will be missed by everyone in the Northeast Region for his common sense approach to Educational Issues. Roger Samuelson Past President NOrtheast Region OSBA

  • 09/03/2024

    Elizabeth and family please list me as one of the hundreds who both respected and was friend to Geno Morelli. I have known Geno for nearly 20 years in his tireless work with and for The Ohio School Boards Association and in particular the Northeast Region OSBA. The countless number of children that have benefited from his service on two school boards cannot be measured but will be sorely missed. Please accept my sympathies. Russ McKenzie Past Regional Manager NEOSBA

  • 09/03/2024

    Praying for the entire family at this time of sorrow. May you gain strengh by the memories that you have of Geno and let the fond times remain close and forever in your hearts. A donation to Charity Hospice will be made from my family in Geno's memory. Renee' and Jorge Rodriguez Tampa, Florida (Cousin of Jack Eannarelli)

  • 09/03/2024

    Dearest Marcy & Morelli Families: Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father, brother & husband. With love, your friends, Wayne & Judy Malesick Byers

  • 09/03/2024

    To Clyde, Tony and the Morelli family. My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of a loved one. My memories of growing up with the Morelli family remain strong, vivid and cherished.

  • 09/03/2024

    We were so sorry to hear about Geno's passing. We are also sorry we can't be there, we are in Florida. He was such a great man who helped many. His involvment with the local schools, clubs and charities will be greatly missed. With out deepest sympathy. Rich and Rose Angelica

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Marcy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I still remember your dad at the football games in his Booster Club jacket. He was an asset to the community and such a wonderful supporter of Wintersville High sports.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Mark, Sandy & family, Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief. Sincerely, Chick Poshard

  • 09/03/2024

    To the Morelli family, I am so sorry to hear about Geno. I'm in Columbus and won't be back until Wednesday evening, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless all of you. Sandy Leone

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Ones, Please know I would have been there if I could. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I was so very sorry to hear and read this news. He was truly a wonderful guy, and I know you'll miss him dearly. May you find comfort in all your memories, and may he rest in peace. Much love, Dorette

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Marcy and Family, We are sadden to hear about the loss of your father. May it comfort you to know that your friends are thinking of you at this time.

  • 09/03/2024

    Lisa and Family, We continue to pray for your family. May the memories of your dad carry you forward and provide comfort.

  • 09/03/2024

    Thinking of you at this time. You have my deepest sympathy.

  • 09/03/2024

    We will all miss Geno. He was a good friend to me when I became a school board member and he was a mentor to me when I became involved with the OSBA. He could make me laugh and I enjoyed the stories he would tell. He will be missed by so many. We will keep you in our prayers. God bless. The Mansons.

  • 09/03/2024

    Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Liz and family my deepest sympathy on your loss.

  • 09/03/2024

    Morelli Family, Geno was a GREAT man. The Jefferson County JVS has loss a great board member. He will be missed. I know Geno is now at peace. I will keep all in my prayers. Shawn

  • 09/03/2024

    The Morelli family, I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. I know my sister thought very highly of Mr. Morelli and he was truly one of her favorites. My thoughts are with you at this time. Roberta DeLavo-Ruggieri

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Cousin Liz and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. Geno was a dedicted family man and additinally contributed much time and energy to many civic functions in your community. We know he is resting peacefully in heaven. Our prayers are with you. Lila and Sam Facciolo

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Liz, Words can not express how I feel. Find comfort in your family and friends and hope that time will help heal your grief. God bless you and your family, you are in my prayers. Your cousin, Nick

  • 09/03/2024

    To the Morelli family - You have the sincere sympathies from the entire Bowman family. Some of us have known Geno and other Morelli family members for many years,that have gone by all too quickly, but we all know that is life and "as long as you love the one you lose, you'll never lose the one you love".Blessings to you all.

  • 09/03/2024

    On behalf of the Ohio School Boards Association, I would like to extend our most sincere sympathies to the entire Morelli family for your loss. Geno was a friend to public education, our association, his fellow board members and our staff. He will be missed. Please take comfort in knowing he made a difference in many lives.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Liz and family, We we very sorry to hear of Geno's passing. He was such a wonderful friend to my father (Andy) and family over the years. He will be deeply missed. I hope that your many happy memories will carry you through this sorrowful time. Jennifer and Joe

  • 09/03/2024

    To all of you,so many memories,we can't name them all. You have our deepest sympathy. It seems you have been involved in everthing we have done, scouts, little league teaching etc. I'm glad we got to see him at the center last week. Joanne & Joe

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Morelli Family, You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of Geno. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Milan

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Liz and Family, You guys are in our thoughts and prayers, I am so glad we got to see you guys a few months ago. You have a VERY STRONG family around you Liz, take advantage of that and take care of yourself. Troy and Robin Bryant

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Liz my prayers and tears are with you and your family today. I so wish I could be there to support you at this time but it is a comfort to know that you have your wonderful family around you. You and Geno have been so special to me and I feel blessed to have known you both. God Bless you, Patty

  • 09/03/2024

    Mark & Family, Very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences. R. Stepputtis

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Liz and family, We are so sorry about your lost. We have always enjoy our occassions to share some time with you and Geno. He will be missed very much. Love Bill and Sheila

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    Friends, So s.orry for your loss, may the memories of Geno continue to be an inspiration to the many people that have been touched by his kindness

  • 09/03/2024

    Although I have only worked at the Jefferson County Educational Service Center a short time, I admire Mr. Morelli's dedication to public service and his support for our programs. I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to his family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Liz and Family, I will always cherish the fond childhood memories I have from growing up next door to your family. Geno always made me feel so welcome in your home. He was a wonderful man, and I will miss seeing him during your visits to Tennessee and our visits to Ohio. My thoughts continue to be with all of you. Love, Lori Trikones and Family

  • 09/03/2024

    Sorry for your loss Toni Jean.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Mark, Toni, Geno and family, I was very sad to hear of the passing of your Father. I remember your Dad as a great inspiration to all of us back in those early days of growing up. Your Dad touched many many people in a way that positively influenced all of our lives. You are all in our prayers. With deepest respect and love....Terry Masci and family

  • 09/03/2024

    You will be missed Geno... You always shared good advice and direction.

  • 09/03/2024

    Very sorry for our loss of your father and husband, he was a great teacher of many skills we kids learned. Playing baseball to installing windows. We will miss him and hope you celebrate all the good he brought to many lives. Pam, John, and Family

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Geno, Renee, and family, We are so sorry about your loss. We will keep you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Nick,Chad,Jason,Michael,and Adam. I am so sorry to hear of your grandfathers passing. I did not know until i got online and saw it on herald star. He was a great man,and i remember a lot of him of my times on fernwood road. He will be sadly missed and my prayers go out to you and your families

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Toni Jean and Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. May you have peace and comfort in knowing that Geno is now in a better place. Jo Ann Dunham

  • 09/03/2024

    Liz and family, Clyde and Tony Our deepest sympathy on your loss of Geno. You are all in our hearts and prayers. God Bless.

  • 09/03/2024

    We wish to send our deepest sympathy to all the family and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Geno was a special person and Steubenville is a better place because of him. Ken and Nancy Peterson, Naples, Fl.

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Liz & family, We want to send our deepst regrets at Geno's passing. He will be missed by all who knew him and enjoyed his beautiful personality. God blessed us with a very special friendship that we had for such a short time with he and Liz. His enjoyment of life and people was so special and we will miss this. He is in a special place now and we say our goodbye's and our love we send to him. We are sorry we are not able to be there, we are away for the winter, but will be in touch soon. Our deepest condolences, Dick & Jan Reiter

  • 09/03/2024

    My sincere sympathy to all family members especially those that I know personally. I pray that Our Lady of Guadalupe sees that he goes to heaven shortly. I am thinking that he will certain- ly be rewarded for all of his good acts. Sincerely Tom Andrews

  • 09/03/2024

    Sorry to hear about your father's death. He was always a gentlemen . I will remember the dinner we had together at Sales and Exec. My prayers to you all for God's comfort. Ronnie Briggs Daytona Beach , Fla

  • 09/03/2024

    Mark, We are deeply saddened at the loss of your Dad. We will keep you in our prayers during this most difficult time. Your employees at Emporia, Va

  • 09/03/2024

    Dear Mrs. Morelli and Family, Geno was my friend, we have sat next to each other for many years at the ESC and for me that boardroom will never be the same. We will miss his smiling face, good will and heart. I will remember him for always wanting to do what is best for the children of Jefferson County and his good humor. An individual with his fine qualities will be hard to replace. Our loss on the ESC is nothing compared to the bereavement which you and the family now face. You have our deepest sympathies. I apologize for not being able to attend the service but my wife and I left town to go on a vacation on the 29th. Sincerely, Bill and Sandy Lollini

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