Mario DiCarlo, 92, of Steubenville died Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at the Carriage Inn of Steubenville. He was born in Vicalvi, Italy on November 13, 1922 the son of the late Donato and Felicia Maroni DiCarlo. He was the owner and operator of Mario DiCarlo’s Restaurant and Pizza Shop in Weirton. Mario started the pizza shop in 1955. He served in the Italian Army during WWII being stationed in Russia. He was given an award from the Weirton Chamber of Commerce for his many years of dedicated service in the restaurant business to the community. He also received the Heritage Award from The Antonio Meucci Lodge #2506 Order, Sons of Italy in America. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister Elena DiSante. Survived by his wife Josephine A. Pesce DiCarlo; daughter Vivian (Albert) Pagley of Wintersville and son Dan (Cathy) DiCarlo of Steubenville; grandchildren Maria (Frank) Jarosiewicz of Follansbee, WV, Joseph (Megan) Mirasola of Weirton, WV, Daniel DiCarlo and Deanna (John) Borsch, both of Steubenville; great grandson A.J. Borsch. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH on Thursday from 3-5 and 6-9p.m. Funeral liturgy with Mass will be Friday, March 6, 2015, 10a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Fr. Thomas Nau as celebrant. Vigil service 2:45 p.m. Thursday. The family would like to extend much thanks to the staff of the Carriage Inn in Steubenville for the care they gave to Mario. Send condolences to www.shorac.com
09/03/2024
Steven Mastrantonio
I had met Mario many times as a child 40 years ago when visiting family in Steubenville. About 6 years ago while passing through the area I decided to visit the restaurant I remembered so well as a child hoping that maybe I would run into him. To my surprise he was there and remembered me. He was a lovely man. My condolences to the family.
09/03/2024
Gary Sagun
Danny, so sorry for your loss. Mario always treated me so good. I always enjoyed the times I spent with him.
09/03/2024
Mary, Mitzie & Paul Skaggs
Danny & VivianOur deepest sympathy to you and your family. Your father was a great man and he will be missed by all that knew him. He was a kind man and was very good to our family.
09/03/2024
Joseph Mullenbach
Dear Vivian Dan and family we are truly sorry for your loss. We will hope that you carry on your dads traditional fine dining. From myself and the Lunch crew please accept our sincere condolences we will keep you all in our prayers.
09/03/2024
Sherry Lee Reitter
09/03/2024
Sherry Lee Reitter
Dan and Cathy, At this time of sorrow, may these truths sustain you... Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer.Sherry Lee Reitter (Woods)
09/03/2024
Tony DiBacco
Danny and family from my deep in my heart /sorry for the lost of your DAD / the valley has lost a Dear MAN / Bless you all
09/03/2024
The Joeph Restifo family
You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
09/03/2024
David Barnes
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David Barnes
Love working for this man always made my day interesting . You shall be missed by many Mario
09/03/2024
John Plesich
A very sad day in the Weirton / Steubenville area with the passing of Mario. I met Mario in 1952 and we remained friends through the years. When ever I made visits to Weirton he was high on my list for a visit and reminiscing old times. My sympathy to the remaining family.
09/03/2024
Rob and Mary Denham
I was so sorry to hear this. He was a nice guy, and always so respectful. I worked at Mario's for a short time quite a few years ago, and always enjoyed interacting with Mario, when he'd come in. Mary worked at the DQ across the street, and he would sometimes come through the drive-thru for a cone. She tells me she always enjoyed taking to him. We were at the restaurant a while back, and I commented on the picture of him in his Italian army uniform, and told him that WW2 is an interest of mine. I asked him what it was like, fighting in Russia. He said, simply, " it was damn cold!".God bless his memory, and God bless you all. So sorry for your loss.
09/03/2024
Charles & Cecilia McClory
To Dan, Vivian & Families, So sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. I know how close my sisters were to him & what a good time they always had with Mario. When we were in the restaurant, he always made time to stop & visit and have conversation. I will always remember his Smile & Laugh. We will always love his Pizza!! Our Deepest Sympathies. Ce & Charles
09/03/2024
Mrs. Shelley Argentine, Ray and Dominic
09/03/2024
Mrs. Shelley Argentine, Ray and Dominic!
Cathy and Dan, our deepest condolences to you and your family! God Blessed!
09/03/2024
Toni (Ferrelli) Roschel
I really go to know Mario when I worked at Wheeling National bank and how he always sent us "white pizza" with great vegetables from his "own" garden. He and my cousin Pat would always go to Altantic City in the "Red EYe' limo...... great times with a great legend in our community. You will be truly missed, you were such a gentleman and a good friend. Prayers to Dan and family.
09/03/2024
Rose & Rich Angelica
We were so sorry to hear about Mario. He was a wonderful man with a big heart and everyone loved him and his stories. We will miss him terribly , but know he is in a better place. With our deepest sympathy and love.
09/03/2024
M\M Sandy Muscara
Mario was truly loved by all that knew him! My brother Nick worked for him when he was 14 or so, when the shop opened. He always had the greatest love and respect for him, Nick is working for his beloved "Patron"again in heaven! He will forever be remembered in our hearts and prayers!!
09/03/2024
bunny and dave zap
Vivian and Dan, We always enjoyed seeing Mario whenever we would come up north to visit and stop by for a slice or two......rest in peace
09/03/2024
Cynthia Clark
09/03/2024
Lynn Stuart
I meet Mr. Diario several years ago when I was working for Keller and Co hair studio. He was a very nice and funny man. He will be missed by many
09/03/2024
Lynn Stuart
09/03/2024
Kim (Zegeer) Simon and Family
Danny and Family, Sorry for your loss.What a wonderful boss to work for growing up. He had a great personality and always told it like it was. I think of him often and I was blessed to know him.
09/03/2024
J.J. Borkowski
Thoughts and Prayers sent your way.
09/03/2024
Victoria DiGirolamo-Leonard from Familia DiGirolamo of Weirt
09/03/2024
Kasey Evans
09/03/2024
Marcy Spano
Danny and Vivian,So sorry to hear about Mario;You have my deepest sympathy; Many prayers and blessings of God's grace be with you.he will be missed..R.I.P. Mario.
09/03/2024
John Saxon
09/03/2024
Brittany Aria and Anthony Rees
Our most sincere condolences to Mario's family and friends. We are saddened to hear of his passing.
09/03/2024
Dave, Kim, and Natalie Rees
We are so very sorry to read of the passing of Mr. DiCarlo. He was a treasured part of our community and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him through the years. He was never too busy for a kind word, smile, or wave. Our heartfelt and sincere condolences are with you all. May your wonderful memories strengthen and sustain you in the days ahead.
09/03/2024
Deborah Munyas ,Savannah Ga
My deepest sympathys to his family.he was a great italian business man.best pizza ever.thank you Mario.
09/03/2024
Monica Yelder
My deepest sympathy to your family. Mario always had a hug and kiss for me when I visited. He will be missed dearly.
09/03/2024
Terri Smogonovich-Fithen
Mrs. Di Carlo,Vivian,Danny and family,I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you husband,father,grandfather, and great grandfather.May he be at peace.Remembering all the good times when we were growing up and you lived on 7th. St.May God Bless all of you and wrap his loving arms around all of you at this difficult time.God Bless Terri
09/03/2024
John B. DiBacco Family
09/03/2024
John B. DiBacco Family
Our Deepest Symathys to the DiCarlo Family.Wow! a great guy, he will be missed my all who new him. I remember when he opened his first pizza shop. My brothers and I were about 12 & 14 years old. Mario sold us pizza at five cents a slice that's right five cents. I don't know if the price was higher about he sold to us kids for five cents. We had to find a lot of pop bottles to cash in. My children who all live out of town want Mario's (weirton) pizza when they vist. Mario was alway happy to be around people he enjoyed talking to people and never failed to stop at your table to say hello. Gob Bless Mario. RIP.
09/03/2024
Carol (Kaczmarek) and Dick Wycoff
So sorry to hear about Mr.. DiCarlo. He was an icon in Weirton where we spent so many evenings enjoying DiCarlos pizza. Still go to New Cumberland and Weirton to visit family and always stop for pizza and take a quart of sauce back home to Georgia. Mr. DiCarlo was always there in the late 50's and early 60's when we were in WV. Loved talking with him. Prayers for your family.
09/03/2024
Laura Bolitho
09/03/2024
Jim & Linda Cladias
Dan, Viv, & family,So sorry to hear about your dad. I don't think there was one person in town that didn't know him. What a good & nice guy. My mother enjoyed working for him when he had the restaurant & Dan, we enjoyed doing business with you all these years. Our prayers go out to your entire family.
09/03/2024
J Buchanan
09/03/2024
SAMUEL CARANDA AND FAMILY.
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND; THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES,May GOD Bless your soul, AMEN
09/03/2024
Susan Layfield Smith
To the DiCarlo and extended families:Please accept my deepest sympathies at this sad time. Mario was ever the pleasant host and friend to all. When I moved out of state, it was a treat to return to Weirton and run into him and joke about all the pizza we needed to take home with us. He loved that. He most definitely was an icon in our community, and will be missed greatly. My prayers are with you.
09/03/2024
Cindi Chijner
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T.J.
09/03/2024
John,Kathy & Marisa Paoloemilio
09/03/2024
Jeff Reitter and Ruth Custer
09/03/2024
Hilari Cassella Moore
09/03/2024
Donna Palmer DiAngelo
09/03/2024
Marcy Grishkevich
So sorry to hear of Mario's passing. I had great memories of Mario through Maria and my time working at the bar/restaurant. His legacy will live on through his well known business and through his grandchildren. All my love and support, Marcy Jo
09/03/2024
Palma Rea and Family
09/03/2024
The Greco Family
Sincere condolences to the Dicarlo family on the passing of a Italian "piasano" . My father, Frank Greco , and uncle, Joe Iarossi (owners of the old Naples Pizza in Weirton) were best gumba's of Mario for many, many years. I am sure they are all up there in heaven now making the best pizza for everyone ! He was a true legend .............
09/03/2024
Hayden and Shelley Greenlief ..will miss this icon.
09/03/2024
Jen Gantzer (Milby)
My deepest condolences to the DiCarlo and extended families. Mario was one-of-a-kind and brought so much joy and laughter to all who met him. I think back on the time I spent working at Mario's with great fondness. He told the best stories and always brought a smile to my face. He will be missed by so many. Thinking of you all.
09/03/2024
Karen and Don Hall
So sorry to hear about Mario. Always enjoyed talking to him. Prayers for all of you.
09/03/2024
Joe petrelle
To the Dicarlo Family,Im very sorry to hear about Mario, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.God Bless!
09/03/2024
Pia, Nicole and Jose Camacho
Viv, Danny, Josephine and Family,So sorry to hear of Mario's passing. He will always be in our hearts! We will never forget him. Love,Pia, Nicole and Joe Camacho
09/03/2024
Palma Rea
Jo, Vivian, Danny and Family,My sincerest condolences to the family. Mario was a wonderful person and neighbor for so many, many years! My husband loved him like a brother. God rest his soul.Love,Palma
09/03/2024
Mrs Bob Gaynor
So very sorry to hear of Marios passing.What a legend this man was.Loved by so many.My husband Bob worked for him when he was a teenager.He built an empire and many children and gran children followed suit.You are all in My prayers.May God bless you all,J Gaynor
09/03/2024
Dave and Sandy Webb
09/03/2024
the duvall family
09/03/2024
Nancy Mastroianni Morrin
Dear Vivian and Danny , So very sorry for your loss . I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I remember so many really good times spent at your house and at Mario's. Your dad was a great guy . May God watch over your family during this difficult time. Benedica Mario (Mr. DiCarlo) My deepest sympathy, Nancy Mastroianni Morrin
09/03/2024
Bill McKean, Austin Texas
I am sorry to learn of Mario's passing. What a wonderful man, full of great stories and laughs. I first met him in 1975 when I visited the restaurant on a dinner date. I visited every trip back home the past 33 years since moving to Texas. Both to enjoy the food and more to visit with him. He will be missed by many and he leaves a wonderful legacy for his family to carry on. My condolences for your loss, I will miss my friend. God Bless Mario and all of his family, he lived a full life and can now rest. Bill McKean
09/03/2024
Mike Berarducci
Deepest sympathies to Dan and family on Mario's passing. RIP Mario
09/03/2024
Ronnie and Sandi Briggs
Sorry to hear of Mario's passing. He was one of my oldest customers. Since 1967 I loved talking to him when he would come over to the store (Christy's Market).
09/03/2024
Michael Harris
Mario was a wonderful man my grandfather and father will be waiting to see him in heaven as they were friends. I would love to have told him how he help me when i left weirton for CA years ago not only did he start a delivery just for me to have a job he gave me extra moeny day i left. He was a loving, friendly generous man. i wish family all the best and love.
09/03/2024
Burt Musulin
Mrs. DiCarlo, Viv & Danny and Family,Please accept my sympathies for your loss. What a good man. He made plenty of people happy with the best pizza. Always a warm smile, and a gentle way. May his memory be eternal.Burt
09/03/2024
Dale and Joyce Hatfield
09/03/2024
Mark McCoy
I can't tell you how much the news of Mario's passing sadden's me. I worked for Mario at DiCarlo's Pizza from 75-78 and he was not only a great boss, he was an even greater mentor. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, especially his son Danny, who was equally a positive roll model in my life. The world has lost a great man and he will forever remain in my heart and my memories. May he rest in peace in God's loving arms in heaven.
09/03/2024
Walt & Rita (Cantini) Tuchalski, Gettysburg, PA
May God Bless your entire family as you gather to celebrate the life of Mario DiCarlo. We are better for having had his presence in our life. We grew up in Weirton enjoying his wonderful pizza and made it a point to visit the shop every chance we had when visiting the Ohio Valley.
09/03/2024
Mary K Davis-Haidle
Dan and family, so very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was an amazing man and fed many generations of the Ohio Valley. The lines are forming in Heaven and the ovens are being heated up in anticipation of his arrival. May he rest in peace and God's grace be with you all.
09/03/2024
Bill & Paulette Galiotos
Dan , Cathy & Family,Our deepest condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless,Bill & Paulette GaliotosMinnie Bogdan
09/03/2024
MR & MRS BURKE D. SULLIVAN,JR. FAMILIES.
MARIO WAS SUCH A FINE MAN .WE WILL MISS SEEING HIM WHEN WE EAT OUT.SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MAY THE LORD GIVE YOUR FAMILIES COMFORT AND PEACE AT THIS TIME.OUR LOVE THE SULLIVAN FAMILIES.
09/03/2024
Pamela Demko Yuill
Sorry to hear of your loss. He was a legend in the Weirton area with his opening of Marios and the best pizza DiCarlos.
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