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Rinaldo Saccoccia

11/5/1924 - 7/7/2016

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Obituary For Rinaldo Saccoccia

Rinaldo Saccoccia (91)

" I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith."

Timothy 4:7

Our father and grandfather took his place in the army of our Lord and Savior

and joined his loving wife Helen in heaven on July 7, 2016. He left a lifetime of memories filled with love, laughter, and support for his family to cherish.

Rinaldo was born in Pratola Peligna, Italy on November 5, 1924 the son of the late Pelino and Agatha Antonucci Saccoccia. He landed on Ellis Island at the age of thirteen and unable to speak the English language. He received very little formal education briefly attending school at St. Anthony and Grant Jr. High before entering into the government work camps to help provide for his brother and parents. He served his country proudly and was honorably discharged from the US Army and fought in World War II as a "gunner" in the 787th Anti Aircraft Artillary Division attached to the 3rd Army under General George Patton. Through the grace of God he not only survived the war but also Hitler's last offensive in the infamous Battle of the Bulge.

Rinaldo married his lovely wife Helen on September 22, 1948 at St. Anthony's Roman Catholic Church in Steubenville. Dad was a selfless man and set the tone of the household to be God and family. He practiced tough love with his children and led by example with his relentless work ethic.

Dad lived a full life and stayed involved with his families lives until the very end.

While practicing his faith at St. Anthony he coached football for 10 years and touched the lives of an entire generation of "Hawks". His pride in St. Anthony

School infused him to be the first in line to volunteer when work needed to be done at the school or church. He was also a member of the Knights of St. Anthony, St. Anthony Men's Club, Columbus Club, American Legion Post 33, Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel 40 year Club, Honor Flight America-Cleveland Branch,

Catholic Central Booster Club, Steubenville Little League, and the Big Red Booster Club. He joined Holy Family Parish after St. Anthony closed.

Dad happiness centered around watching his children , grandchildren, and great grandchildren live and grow. He loved the holidays with family and friends, as well as playing cards and bowling. He was also preceded in death by a brother , Juistine "Joe". He is survived by four children who will always honor his memory. Reno (Patty) and Raymond of Steubenville, Marianne (Ken) Mannie of Okemos, Michigan and Richard (Barb) of Brigantine, NJ. Two sisters, Nancy (Auggie) Lellie of Weirton and Dora (Anthony) DiMarzio of Follansbee and a brother Rich (Pat) of Canton.

Nine grandchildren and nine great grand children will remember his love.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Sunday 5-8 p.m. Vigil service 7:45 p.m. Sunday

Celebration of Rinaldo's life will be a funeral mass on Monday at 10am at Holy Family Church with Monsignor Gerald Calovini VF celebrant. (Visitation on Monday 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. at church). Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Ohio Valley Veterans Memorial Squad will conduct services at cemetery chapel.

Donations can be made in Rinaldo's name to Prime Time Center on Lovers Lane.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Dan & Margie (Tassey) Metz

    Reno, Patty and all the Saccoccia Family,I didn't know your Dad except to see him at The Laurels but I know he had to be a special person by the children he raised. This is way overdue and for that I apologize but I want to offer my condolences along with prayers for strength during this time of great loss. Take comfort in knowing that he is no longer bound by a body limited by old age and illness but he is walking on streets of gold with his beloved wife and most of all his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and one day you will all be reunited!Sincerely,Margaret Tassey Metz: CCHS Class of 1967 (Dan & Margie Metz)

  • 09/03/2024

    J.J. Borkowski

    Deepest Sympathy and Prayers to the entire Saccoccia Family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Angie Campana Barilla

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'll always remember your Dad from St Anthony days and as our neighbor. He and your Mom were wonderful loving people and raised an amazing family. Now they are together, your loving Angels, watching over their family from above, forever in your hearts. Love and prayers, Angie 😘❤️❤️

  • 09/03/2024

    Marsha Manfred

    Raymond, my deepest sympathies to you and your entire family as you deal with this loss. I know how much you loved your father and how you cared for him as he got older. Your faith has always been strong and I pray for the Peace of Christ to be with you and yours.

  • 09/03/2024

    Sylvia Reda Mayers

    To the Saccoccia Family, prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I have fond memories of both your Mom & Dad when we went to St. Anthony's School. Sincere Condolences!

  • 09/03/2024

    Expression of Sympathy

    An A GARDEN PATH was ordered on July 10, 2016

  • 09/03/2024

    Jodi Walters and family

  • 09/03/2024

    Jodi walters

    Thoughts, prayers, and condolences to the family. Used to enjoy seeing Reno having his dad out to lunch all the time. Great family. I know he'll be missed

  • 09/03/2024

    The Longmire family.(Darryl..#33)

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    Jodi Walters

  • 09/03/2024

    Dave and Cindy Gasser

    Thoughts and prayers to the entire Saccoccia family. Your father was truly the heart and soul of the family and it was clear to anyone who knows your family, that he was loved and respected. He is in heaven and reunited with his sweet wife, Helen, and watching over each of you. God bless and keep you all in this difficult time.

  • 09/03/2024

    JoAnn Buffone Moore & Brian Moore

    Our mass today was offered for your Father. He was a great role model for so many of the young kids in Steubenville. He raised a wonderful family and I have many good memories of our south end roots and St. Anthony parish and school days. Our prayers to the whole family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Van Carlucci

    Sorry for the loss of your Father, nothing can replace him, but it sounds like you have more then a book of memories to tell. I wish I had met him!

  • 09/03/2024

    Tony Colabella

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    Nancy Kernahan

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    Michael Vukelic

    My sympathy to all and a lifetime of Memories all good;

  • 09/03/2024

    sandie richey and dolores leas

  • 09/03/2024

    Steven M Seminara & Family

    Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. May the good Lord be with your entire family in this sorrowful time. He will truly be missed by many and he will always be a "Hawk"! Rest in Peace!

  • 09/03/2024

    Lala Leone

    Raymond, Reno & Family, I am truly sorry about the loss of your dad but we all know he's in Heaven with the Lord, your mom and everyone he loves that has passed on. He was a very nice man and me and my Uncle Elio loved him very much. We would see you dad at activities held at the Spot Bar and when your dad and my uncle saw each other they would talk up a storm about when they were younger and in the war together. I pray that all of you find Peace knowing that he is not suffering anymore and he is all well now. He's another one that God threw away the mold after he was made. There is not many fellows like him left on this earth anymore. May God Bless all of You. Love Lala Leone

  • 09/03/2024

    the dipietro family codolences,love,and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Theresa Marut-Orenchuk and Jim Orenchuk

    Reno, Marriane, Ray, and family, sorry of the passing of your father....may he rest in peace. We will remember him in a Mass.

  • 09/03/2024

    The Qualtire Family

    Reno, Raymond & Marriane: We loved your Dad and enjoyed getting to know him at The Laurels. Alexander and Louie will miss him terribly; we all will. Just remember: love doesn't stop when they pass. I'm sure your Mother has been around your family at this time and they are together again!

  • 09/03/2024

    Louis and Alexander Qualtire, Robert and Sara Malcolm, Mike and Julie Krupinski, Claudia Qualtire

    We are so sorry for your loss. Dad and Rinaldo had an interesting past. We all enjoyed hearing them tell stories of the past and we especially enjoyed hearing them talk Italian. Your Father has found his peace and now he lives forever with God and someday soon our Father will join him. May you all find comfort, peace and love in this time of mourning. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Sara and Rob Malcolm, Alexander Qualtire and Claudia Qualtire

    To the entire Saccoccia family,Our deepest sympathy at the passing of Mr. Reno, we loved him . We are so sorry for your loss of Mr. Reno. We all loved him and will remember him fondly. He had quite a sense of humor!!! I will remember some of our conversations forever. May God's peace be with him and his family.Sincerely, Sara and Rob MalcolmAlexander Qualtire Claudia Qualtire

  • 09/03/2024

    Dan Ashmead and Family

    Many thoughts and prayers to Maryann,Reno,Raymond,Rich and all of the Saccoccia family. Growing up I was truly blessed to know him and his family. He will always be in our many great memories at St. Anthony , was like a father to all of us,and truly made being a "Hawk" special. God Bless You All.

  • 09/03/2024

    Frank & Carol Harda

    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss.

  • 09/03/2024

    David & Pam Giannamore

    Our sympathy to the Saccoccia family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    The Snyders,ChuckDonna,Kathy,andKaren

    Please accept our sincere sympathy on the loss of Rinaldo. Chuck got to know and appreciate him through the Big Red football program and I got to know him through my relationship with Helen. What a wonderful,productive life with a fine legacy for his family to carry on; a proud Italian American. May God bless and comfort you all.

  • 09/03/2024

    Expression of Sympathy

    An A GARDEN PATH was sent on July 9, 2016 To the family of Rinaldo Saccoccia, What a great man to raise such a great family. We love you all and our deepest sympathies to you. From: Denny Hamad, Pat O'Brien, Jim Freday, and Rick Scacchi.

  • 09/03/2024

    Howard & Nancy Ward

    Sorry for your loss.

  • 09/03/2024

    Bill Jr and Mary Faith Recinella

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Saccoccia family. Please know that Rinaldo has touched many, including myself, with his grace and love of life. As a youth, supporting the family values he developed and what it truly means to be "a Hawk" in all of us that had the privilege to know and love him. May you all be comforted by the knowledge that his legacy will live in all of us that were touched by him.

  • 09/03/2024

    Corky & Ann Cavanaugh

    We are so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers

  • 09/03/2024

    Mike Berarducci

    Rinaldo was one of my dad's Francis' good friends and coworker on so many St Anthony projects both physical and spiritual. What a special generation of men, teaching us about family and life to ease our road. So sorry I am unable to offer my condolenses in person to Reno, Raymond, Marianne, Richard and uncle Rich and their families in person. Rest assured you remain in our thoughts and prayers. RIP

  • 09/03/2024

    Expression of Sympathy

    A "There is a season" 30 inch Wind Chime was ordered on July 9, 2016

  • 09/03/2024

    Rose Tedeschi & family

    We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Lifelong friends & neighbors. God rest Rinaldo's soul. Love & prayers, Rose Tedeschi & children

  • 09/03/2024

    Ron and Mina Paul

    Rich,Reno, Raymond and family,You have our deepest sympathy. May the good Lord watch over each and everyone of you in your time of sorrow. You all have a special guardian angel watching over you for life. May his soul rest in peace.

  • 09/03/2024

    Kay Kuzma and family

    Dear Saccaccia family,My sincere sympathy to you in the loss of your dad. I always smiled when I saw him in church, at Prime Time, and at sporting events. The love you all had for him was very evident.You and he are in my prayers. God bless. Love, Kay

  • 09/03/2024

    Paul Bonitatibus

    Mr. Saccoccia's obituary touched me because I knew of his love for his family and for St. Anthony's Parish. He and all of our fathers were great role models. Day in and day out, they demonstrated their love of family, country, Steubenville, and their Catholic faith. Their legacy will never die. We will honor them with our love of family, country, Steubenville, and SAS.

  • 09/03/2024

    Diane and Keith Pennypacker

    So sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • 09/03/2024

    Roger and Sue Jozwiak

    May God bless this family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Rick and Michelle Scacchi

    Thoughts and prayers for the Saccoccia Family May the peace of God strengthen you through this time

  • 09/03/2024

    Lee Szypulski DeCaria

    May it help to know that friends, near and far, share the sorrow in your heart. Keeping you all in my prayers...

  • 09/03/2024

    Joe and Terry Abramowicz

    Our thoughts and prayers are with The Saccoccia Family. May you all feel the peace and comfort of Our Lord, knowing that your Dad and Grandfather is smiling down on all of you. You all have two "special angels" in Helen and Rinaldo watching over you. Much love, Joe and Terry

  • 09/03/2024

    carole antill

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    Steve and Cheryl Vukelic

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    Cheryl Olexia

    My condolences to the Saccoccia family, may he rest in peace.

  • 09/03/2024

    bunny and dave zapolnik

    Reno,Marriane,ray,and family, sorry of the passing of your father....may he rest in peace

  • 09/03/2024

    Bob and Pat Pope

    So sorry for your loss to you Marianne and your family hugs and prayers to all..We love you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Donna Cocumelli Lucas

    So sorry for the loss of your Dad. I used to see him at church and at Prime Time for lunch. Unable to see you in person as I am out of town. Prayers and God bless.

  • 09/03/2024

    Shannon and Alex Harris

  • 09/03/2024

    Shannon and Alex Harris

    So sorry for you loss Coach Reno and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God comfort and be with you today and always.Shannon and Alex Harris(Shannon Hersko Big Red graduate class of 1988)

  • 09/03/2024

    Jerry & Mary Lynn Ricci

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    Teresa T. Chavez

    My condolences. I know what it's like to lose both parents. May all of you be comforted by our loving God in your time of need.

  • 09/03/2024

    David & Pam Giannamore

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    Annette Petrella

    Reno Marianne Ray & Richie, so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad.I know the pain u feel in your hearts. I really enjoyed all the times sitting with him and my dad at St.Anthony reunions and Dean Martin Fest as they talked about the old days, and just how much they enjoyed each others company. They don't make guys them like that anymore. Sweet memories are made.

  • 09/03/2024

    Justin M. Kenefick

    My sincere condolences to a family of a proud man, whom raised other great men, in which raised an entire community. May you rest in peace.

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