Amerigo "Curly" Storace's Obituary
Amerigo “Curly” Storace, 101, of Strongsville peacefully passed away in the presence of precious loved ones on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at the Western Reserve Masonic Community in Medina. Beloved husband of 73 years to the late Julia, he was the devoted father of Jayne Thompson (Gary). Doting and cherished grandfather of Todd Thompson (Olga), Leslie Coleman (Jack), and Sara Stifter (Jason), the loves of his life. Very proud and loving great-grandfather to Lindsey, Ethan, Rachel, Julian and Logan. Born December 9, 1912 in Steubenville, Ohio, the first born to the late Tommaso and Teresa, eldest brother to five siblings in Montelanico, Italy. Nephew, cousin, son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and godfather to many whom he loved so dearly. His passing ends a generation in the Storace-Racca-Wade and Forint-Petrigala families. Blessed by many friendships over all the years. He leaves a legacy which is both honorable and inspiring. He will be very missed. Ciao, Amerigo!
VISITATION THURSDAY 4-8PM at JARDINE FUNERAL HOME 15822 PEARL ROAD, STRONGSVILLE, Mass of Christian Burial at St. John Neumann Church FRIDAY 10am 16271 Pearl Road, Strongsville. Family suggests donations to St. John Neumann Church or www.wrmcohio.org or www.hospiceofmedina.org.
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