Circolo Italo Americano Corenese

Biagio "Gino" Iannaggi

BIAGIO “GINO” IANNAGGI, age 77; beloved husband of Elga (nee Costanzo) for 55 years; loving father of Frankie (Lauren Iannaggi), Vincent (Scott), and Gino (Joanna); cherished nonno of Kirsten, Antonia, Frankie, Enzo, and Gianna. Gino was a proud Navy veteran, having served in the Vietnam War. He worked as a millwright at Ford Motor Company for 35 years, retiring in 2005. He was always willing to help and had a solution to every problem. He was the definition of “Mr. Fix It”. Gino was a fierce protector of his family - nothing was more important to him. He was an amazing provider and an honorable man.

Son of the late Francesco and Carmina; brother of Natale (Lucia) (both deceased), Alba “Santina” Cirino (Andrea)(both deceased), Gaetano Iannaggi (Corine)(both deceased), Benito Iannaggi (Gracie, deceased) (Colleen), and Maria Christofaro (Vittorio) (both deceased); son-in-law of the late Vincenzo and Antonia Costanzo; brother-in-law of Tony Costanzo (Pasqualina), Mario Costanzo (Maria Costanzo), Archie Costanzo (Sherri Litwin), and Paul Costanzo (Terri); uncle and friend of many.

He was loved by all. Will be missed by many. “Love you more.”

Mass of Christian Burial at St. Albert the Great Church, 6667 Wallings Rd., North Royalton, Friday, March 3, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. Please meet at church. Entombment Holy Cross Mausoleum. Friends received at THE RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), THURSDAY 3-8 P.M.

Simone Stavole

Simone was a long time member of the club and one that contributed; commentary at our monthly meetings on various topics, was Santa Claus for many years and brought his boom box and cassettes to our outdoor events so we can enjoy Italian music.

SIMONE STAVOLE, age 87; beloved husband of Maria (nee DiSiena) for 62 years; loving father of Luciano Stavole, Mary Stavole Legati (David Medina), Margaret Ruggiero (Domenico) and Pete Stavole (Kim); devoted grandfather of Antonia Gillum (Kevin), Modesta Ruggiero, Mike Legati (Courtney), Maria Ruggiero, Jessica Huston (Sam) and Nick Stavole; great-grandfather of Giuliana, Kevin Jr., Ivana, Simon, Olivia, Ramona and Trent; son of the late Luciano and Maria Stavole; brother of Arcangelo (Maria) (both deceased) and Mario Stavole (Antonietta); brother-in-law of Giuseppa DiSiena (Lorenzo) and Michele DiSiena (Raffaela). Simone worked at Ford Motor Company for over 29 years. He was a member of Circolo Italo Americano Corenese Club since 1965 and served in both the Italian and the American Army. Mass of Christian Burial at Mary Queen of the Apostles Church, 6455 Engle Rd., Brook Park, Friday, February 10, 2023 at 11 a.m. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Friends received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), THURSDAY 3-7 P.M. with a CIAC prayer service at 6:30 p.m.

Giuseppe Coreno

Our sincerest condolences to the Coreno family on the passing of Giuseppe Coreno (Member of the CIAC). Prayers going out to the family that they are surrounded by much love and memories and that their faith will give them the strength in this sad time.

Beloved husband of Maria (nee DiSiena). Loving father of Frank Coreno, Rosalina (Christopher) Balson, Angelo (Laura) Coreno and Susie Coreno. Dearest grandpa of Vincent, Maria, Gina, Alexandra, Xavier, Christina, Nicholas and Gianna. Dear brother of Maria (Archangelo-deceased) Stavole. This family is blessed by his beautiful life and marriage to our mom for over 61 years. He will be greatly missed but we will treasure our wonderful memories of him forever.

Maria Belmonte

Maria Belmonte, age 92. Devoted wife of Antonio (deceased). Beloved mother of Arthur, Josephine (Crescenzo) Parente, Albert (Beth), Antoinette (Donald) Vath, Tony (Patty), Maria (Kenneth) Firman. Loving Nonna of 19 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Dearest sister of Rose (deceased) (Antonio) Ruggiero and Francesca (Tomasino) Costanzo. Dearest Aunt, cousin and friend of many. Maria, who was a very humble woman, was respected as a living Saint at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. She dedicated so much of her time cooking in our school cafeteria and over 40 years of making her famous Italian Spaghetti Sauce and Meatballs for every event we had including our famous festival. Be it known that Maria volunteered in our kitchen until she was 90 years old. In 2016, she received an award from the City of Cleveland for Ward 15 Senior of the Year. Maria also was awarded for the best Italian Meatballs from The Taste of Cleveland. We were all blessed to have her as part of our Parish Community. Maria was a noble woman who dedicated her life to her family leaving behind a beautiful legacy. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Member of Sacred Heart Sodality. Visitation October 18, 2022, Tuesday 2-8 p.m. at Craciun Berry Funeral Home, 7200 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44102. Funeral Mass Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church 6928 Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44102. PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH. Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Anthony Biasiotta

Age 86. Born September 5, 1936, passed away September 12, 2022. Beloved husband of 59 years to the late Beverly Ann (nee Bellomo). Loving father of Guy, Anthony D., Beth Adams (Rick) and Vincent. Adoring grandfather of Alexandra and Casey. Preceded in death by his parents Louis and Josephine (nee Giurbino). Cherished brother of Patrick (deceased), Josephine (Jaye) Hubbard, and Louis (Barbara). Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Held many positions and established lifelong friendships with countless co-workers over a 42 year career at the Federal Reserve Bank. Staff Sergeant US Army. Avid reader who enjoyed completing the daily crossword puzzle. The family will receive guests on Sunday, September 18, 2022 from 2-6 p.m. at the FORTUNA FUNERAL HOME 7076 Brecksville Rd. Independence, Ohio. Funeral Home Services will be at 9:15 a.m. on Monday September 19, 2022 followed by Mass of Christian Burial at St. Columbkille Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery.

Rosamaria Belmonte

Rosamaria was the current Information Secretary, the former Secretary, dedicated member and part of the Social Committee. She always put in so much of “her energy” into every event.

ROSAMARIA BELMONTE, age 40; beloved daughter of Domenico and Anna Maria Belmonte (nee D’Alessandro); loving sister of Antonio (Karen); cherished zia of Domenico and Analena; niece of Pasqualina Costanzo (Antonio); Nicola Belmonte (Gianna), Antonio Belmonte (Carmela), Maurizio Belmonte (Annamaria), Immacolata DiMassa (Raffaele, deceased), Alessandra DiBello (Domenico), Annunziata DiMassa (Crescenzo) and Pietro D’Alessandro (Paola) all of Italy; cousin and friend of many. Rosamaria was a teacher for many years at Euclid City Schools. She was a former secretary and loyal member of CIAC. Her dedication and smile will always be remembered by all the children from school and CIAC. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 6928 Detriot Ave., Cleveland, Saturday, September 3,2022 at 10 a.m. Please meet at church. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), FRIDAY 2-8 P.M. CIAC prayer services at 7:30 p.m. Members should meet in the back at 7:15 pm.

Maria DiRuggiero

MARIA DiRUGGIERO (nee Parente), Age 88; beloved wife of the late Italo; loving mother of Rosemary (deceased), Mary Grace (Dave), Italia (deceased), Linda (Creig) and Bruna (John); devoted nonna of Nicole, Nina and Amanda; great nonna of Aszaelay and Citrus; daughter of the late Raffaele and Francesca Parente; sister of Giuseppa Tieri (Angelo) (both deceased), Giuseppe Parente (Anna Margherita) (both deceased), Emilio Parente (Rosina) (both deceased), Argentina Rocco (Raimondo, deceased), Alex Parente (deceased) (Patricia) and Vince Parente (deceased); loving aunt, sister-in-law, and friend of many. Maria was a member of the Sacred Heart Sodality. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Mount Carmel (West), 6928 Detroit Rd., Cleveland, Wednesday June 2, 2021 at 10 a.m. Please Meet At Church. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends received at THE RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), TUESDAY 3-8 P.M.

Giuseppa "Josephine" Schamp (Palmiero)

GIUSEPPA “JOSEPHINE” SCHAMP (nee Palmiero), age 64, passed away, surrounded by family, on September 24, 2021. Beloved wife of Guy for 43 years; loving mother of Richard (Giovanna, nee D’Ambrosio) and Antonietta Porter (Zachary); nonna of Gianna, Leandro, Massimo and Nina; daughter of the late Erasmo and Antonia Palmiero (nee Corte); daughter-in-law of Richard Schamp (deceased), Pauline Schamp-Adipietro (Pasquale); sister of Antonio (Louann), Rosino (Amy) and Pasqualino (Silvia); sister-in-law of Donald Schamp and Gina Kubinski (Ken); aunt, great-aunt and dear friend of many. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Family Church, 7367 York Rd., Parma, Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 10 a.m. Final resting place Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), TUESDAY 3-8 P.M.

Erasmo Palmiero

Age 87, passed away peacefully February 23, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Antonia (nee Corte); loving father of Giuseppa "Josephine" Schamp (Guy), Antonio (Louann, nee Izzo), Rosino (Amy, nee Sarrett) and Pasqualino (Silvia, nee D' Ambrosio); nonno of Richard (Giovanna), Antonietta (Zachary), Kalynne, Antonia (James), Rosario, Maria (Brandon), Christina (James), Raimo, Antonella and Leodora; great-nonno of Gianna, Leandro, Massimo, Nina, Victoria and Antonio; son of the late Antonio and Rosa Palmiero (nee Costanzo); brother of the late Elena (Emilio) and Giuseppe (Romana); brother-in-law of Antonio (Bernardina) and the late Maria (Eliseo); friend to many and longtime member of the CIAC Club. Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Family Church, 7367 York Rd., Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 10 a.m. (please meet at church). Entombment Holy Cross Mausoleum. Friends received at RIPEPI FUNERAL HOME, 5762 PEARL RD. (AT SNOW RD.), FRIDAY 2-8 P.M. Social distancing and masks required.

Nino Gargano

The Officers and members of Circolo Italo Americano Corenese express our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the Most Honorable Nino Gargano who passed away suddenly on June 2, 2016. Signore Gargano had been the Mayor of Coreno from 1999 to 2009. Previously, he was the Vice-Mayor of the city and a member of the Democratic Party. He was a Chartered Accountant, and most recently was the General Manager of the Consorzio Industriale del Lazio. His passing has left a huge hole in the community in which he was raised and lived his entire life. We are extremely sorry on his passing.

Francesca Divito

On September 17, 2010, Francesca Divito will be celebrating her 100th birthday. She will be the oldest Corenese living in Cleveland, Ohio. Above you will see a picture of her taken in 1925 along with one taken recently. CIAC along with the entire Corense community wish her a very blessed buon compleanno. May God continue to bless her and her family.

Cesare Fini

It is with a heavy heart that we advise of the passing of Cesare Fini, the father of our member Pat Fini. He passed suddenly on September 27, 2009. Our prayers and sympathy go out to the entire Fini family on their loss. May God bless them with the strength and courage to get through this difficult time.

Cesare, age 70, passed away suddenly September 27, 2009. He was the beloved husband of 51 years to Anna. Dearest son of Adele and the late Raniero. Loving father to Vince(Dana), Ron(Paula), Pat(Antoniette), and Franco(Rosie). He was the proud grandfather of Danamarie, Cristina, Anita, John, Dominic, Carmen, Vincent, Gabriel, Roman, Nicolas, and Rafael. He was the dearest brother of the late Angelo(Rosalinda). Dear brother-in-law of Guido(Jean) and Luciano(Margaret). Dear son-in-law of the Pasquale and Enrica. Cesare is also survived by 12 cherished nieces and nephews. He was the Co-founder of the Fini Company, Inc., construction company. Cesare was a proud family man and his life revolved around doing things for his family. One of his proudest moments was celebrating his 50th anniversary with his wife Anna in 2008. He also took great pride in having earned his high school equivalency diploma in 2007, a life long goal.

Anthony DeRuggiero

Our deepest sympathy to the family on Anthony DeRuggiero who passed away on Monday, May 18. He is survivied by his beloved wife Jean(nee Bonacci); loving father of Maria Walsh(Joel) and Annette Craig(Sean); dearest grandpa of Christine Daubenmire(Mike), Sean Anthony Craig, Melissa Walsh, Seona Craig and Joey Walsh; great grandfather of Michael Todd; brother of Carmosina DiRuggiero(deceased); Raffaela D'Acundo(Antonio deceased), Rosa Bona(Ernie-both deceased), Teresa Tuccinardi(Mario), Yolanda Whitson(Robert, deceased), Italo(deceased)(Maria), Giuseppe(deceased)(Mary), Crescenzo(deceased)(Brigida) and Frank(deceased)(Louiise). He was uncle of many nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his many friends. Condolences from the Club and the entire Corenese Community go out to his family. May God watch over and bless them during this time of need.

Angelo Tieri

Our deepest sympathy to Franco Tieri, Giuseppe Tieri, and the entire family of Angelo Tieri who passed away on Friday, July 11. He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Cheryl L, and devoted pa of Franco(Anna) and Nicole, cherished nonno of Antonia and Julia, brother of Giuseppe and Margherita, loving uncle, brother-in-law, and friend to many. The condolences from the Club and Corenese community go out to the entire family. May God watch over and bless them during this time of need.

Gina DiVito(Castelli)

Our deepest sympathy to the family of the late Angelo DiVito on the passing of his wife, Gina DiVito(Castelli). She is survived by her daughters Pasqualina(Edward) and Raffaela. She was the devoted grandmother to Anastasia and Edward Tekaucic and Gina and Daniel Lanzalaco. She was the sister of Filomena Altieri and Domenico Castelli and sister-in-law of Caterina DiVito. Angelo was a long-time and active member of our Club before he passed. Condolences from the Club and entire Corenese community go out to their family. May God watch over and bless them during this time of need.

Susan (DeVito) Bovenzi

Our deepest sympathy to John Bovenzi and the family of Susan (DeVito) Bovenzi who passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2008. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, John, and her children Laura(Randy) Dougall, Pete(Rebecca), Anthony(Meg), Gina(Brian) Opheim, and Marisa(Ray) Barda. She was the devoted grandmother to Andrew, John, Jenna, Jace, Brianna, Garrett, Derek, Christopher, Stephanie, Brandon and Bryan(deceased). The condolences from the Club and Corenese community go out to her entire family. May God watch over and bless them during this time of need.

Dominick D'Onofrio

Our sympathy goes out to the family of Dominick D'Onofrio who passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2006. He was the beloved husband for 67 years of Mary D'Onofrio; loving father of Joseph(Fran), Frank(Theresa), Anthony(Fran); dear grandfather of seven; and great grandfather of eight. Our condolences go out to the entire D'Onofrio family. Dominick was a loyal and respected member of the Circolo Italo Americano Corenese Club for over 30 years.

Antonia Costanzo

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Antonia Costanzo who passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2006. She was the beloved wife of the late Vincenzo Costanzo who was one of the original members of the CIAC club. She is survived by her sons Antonio(Pasqualina), Mario(Maria), Arcangelo, Paul(Terri) and daughter Elga Iannaggi(Gino). She was the devoted Nonna of Vincenzo Costanzo, and Antonietta Fini, and Michelle Riley, Marisa Abraham, Mario and Michael Costanzo, Frankie, Vincent and Gino Iannaggi, Angelina and Marcella Costanzo, and Paul and Gina Costanzo. She was also the dearest great grandmother of 14. Condolences from the entire Club and Corenese community go out to her entire family. May the God watch over and bless them during this time of need.

Marco Antonio Dadante

Our deepest sympathy to Annette, Mitch, Matteo, and the entire family of Marco Antonio Dadante who was tragically killed in a car accident on Sunday, July 20. He is the loving son of Annette(nee Cristino) and Mitch, dear brother of Matteo, beloved grandson of Pietro and Evelyn Cristino, and Joseph and Patricia Dadante. nephew of Alex and Francine Cristino, Dean and Debbie Dadante, and Michelle and David Kahn, dear cousin and friend to many. The condolences from the Club and Corenese community go out to his entire family. May God watch over and bless them during their time of need.

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