Pauline T. Barnabei
June 28, 1929 ~ October 5, 2012
Pauline T. Barnabei, 83, of Weirton passed away Friday, October 05, 2012 at her daughter's home.
Born on June 28, 1929 in Westernport, MD, Pauline was the youngest child of the late Giovanni and Cologera Cannistraro SanGiovanni. She was also preceded in death by her husband Earl on March 13, 2003; an infant son Earl Michael; her two brothers, Joseph and Louis SanGiovanni; and her two sisters, Rose Avona and Mary Stein.
Pauline retired after twenty years of service with the Hancock County School System where she was a Teacher's Aid at Dunbar and Weir Middle Schools. In addition to working for the School System, Pauline owned and operated Pauline's Beauty Shop for a number of years.
Pauline was a member and a Eucharistic Minister at Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, where she was a Christian Mother and served on the Pastoral Council. She also was a member of the Hancock County Retired School Employees.
Surviving include her son, Joseph (Patti) Barnabei of Weirton; her two daughters, Charlotte (Larry) Smedley of Follansbee, WV and Theresa Barnabei of Tucson, AZ; her six grandchildren, Andre (Jessica) Barnabei, Bianca (David Goodwin) Barnabei, Liana (Chris Beightol) Barnabei, Katie (Jeremy) Coyer, Erin (Neil) Convery and Colleen (Toby) Partridge; her eight great-grandchildren, Hannah, Ezekiel, Elizabeth and Benjamin Coyer, Noah, Liam, and Eliza Convery and Giavanna Barnabei; her three sisters-in-law, Mildred SanGiovanni, Margaret Caralla, and Anna Pellegrino; and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to give special thanks to the staff and caregivers of Serra Village, especially to her "family" at Grace Cottage.
Visitation will be Sunday 1-7pm at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10am Monday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church with the Reverend Father Pete Giannamore officiating.
Entombment will follow at Saint Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph the Worker Building Fund, 229 California Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062.
My mom was one of the most accepting loving people I have ever met. She is loved by many because she loved so much. This is a tribute to one very special person who now walks hand in hand with my dad and dances with him in heaven!
Pauline was a wonderful and caring person and it was a honor and a pleasure to take care of her while living at Grace Cottage. I will miss her very much. I’m so glad to have met and known Theresa and Vicky, Charlotte and Larry and family, Joe and Patty and family, and many other family members i have met throughout the years. She will never be forgotten and will always be in my heart. In the words of my daughter Kali, who loved Pauline like a grandmother, REST IN PEACE G-MA
I am so sorry to learn of Aunt Pauline’s passing. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Aunt Pauline was very special to me as she helped me through some difficult times in my life and I’ll never forget her. I love you Aunt Pauline.
Charlotte, Joe, Theresa: Your Mom was our second mother.I will always hold close to my heart all the Memories growing up next door to her and your Dad. I will miss her very much. She was one of a kind. Even after our parents passed when we would pass by she always made sure we were welcomed and always wanted to cook us something. We loved her very much. Mark, Janeen, Noah, & Evan Capriotti Neighbors Forever!!!!
Dear Mom: Thank you for 33 yrs. of welcoming me into the Barnabei House-Hold. You always treated me like a daughter, & in turn, I loved to call you Mom. Pauline was a wonderful wife, Mom, Gramma, aunt, cousin, teacher & friend to many. She worked at Hancock County Schools in the Special Education Department, & touched many students lives. Mom attended St. Jopseh’s Church & served the Lord with all her heart. She will be missed deeply, but we do have so many great memories of years past that we were blessed with, & will hold dear to our hearts. I am sure she was greeted by Dad—Pap Pap, along with my Dad–Pop Pop & family with much love & welcoming into God’s Heavenly Kingdom. We wish you peace Mom, until we all meet again with the Lord Jesus. Love, Patti
Barnabei Family May Gods comfort find you durning this time of loss.
We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlotte,Joe,Theresa Your Mom was always one of my favorite “Moms”. I have a lot of good memories from your 15th St. home. She always made me feel welcome and part of the family. Such a caring and sincere lady and a lot of fun at card club. Card club just wasn’t the same if “Pauline” wasn’t there. She always asked me to call her that at card club but she was always Mrs.Barnabei to me. You and your family have been blessed to have such a great Mom. There will always be a smile on my face when I think of her. Love you Mrs. Barnabei and be happy with your family in heaven. Love to all of you, Paula,Dave,Amy and Michael
We are so sorry for your loss. Take peace in the fact that Pauline made this world a better place, with all of the love she shared with her family and all who knew her. May her love live on through all of her family and the lives she touched.
To Bianca and The Entire Barnabei Family, May God grant peace, comfort and strength to you and your family during this difficult time and may God grant your Nonna blessed repose as she enters his heavenly kingdom. Much love to you, Dave and your family. Tina
Theresa and family, My sincere sympathies as you morn the loss of your so special mother. Her love for you and your deep love for her will be in your heart forever…and constant reminder of that special, special bond of a mother and child! Blessing to her as she rises to be with her holy father. Warm Hugs…my friend! We are holding you tight in our hearts and prayers.
We are keeping you close in our hearts. Be open to receive all the love we are sending your way. Gina & Aspen
My thoughts and prayers are with Joe and you and the rest of the family. She is surely singing!! Sending lots of love and prayers.
Dear family, Just wanted you to know how much your mother was appreciated and respected. She was dear to my heart. She was a angel in disguise I’m sure. She cared for my son at Dunbar school and I couldn’t have had a better person who loved and cared for Eric like her own. I have and will never forget how she touched our lives with her kindness and tenderness. You have our sincere condolences. Louanne and Paul Molchan
Dear family, Just wanted you to know how much your mother was appreciated and respected. She was dear to my heart. She was a angel in disguise I’m sure. She cared for my son at Dunbar school and I couldn’t have had a better person who loved and cared for Eric like her own. I have and will never forget how she touched our lives with her kindness and tenderness. You have our sincere condolences. Louanne and Paul Molchan
Joe I am so sorry to hear about your Mom.My prayers & thoughts go out to You & Patti & Family & Friends at this difficult time that God comforts you.God’s Blessings.
Theresa, so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family . Donna
Joey and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Now she is in the warmtn of Jesus’s hug and you have great memories to carry you through. I will keep you in my prayers and may God guide you through this time. Cindi
I have good memories of Pauline, who I considered Grandma. She was always very kind and welcomed me into the family. I loved her amazing sense of humor that always put a smile on my face especially when she and Andre would crack jokes at one another. I am so fortune she could be part of my life and share in my most special memories. I am happy she was able to meet our daughter, Giavanna, and I look forward in sharing her memory. I will miss her dearly and she will always hold a special place in my heart.
Heaven welcomed an amazing new angel, my grandma. She taught me so much, and I loved learning everything she had to share. We shared a passion for family, cooking, God and helping others. I am going to miss making her laugh and her calling my ornery. I am going to miss having her to lean on when I needed a shoulder to cry on. I will miss running to her to tattle on my dad (her son) when he was being “mean.” I will carry on the traditions she has taught me and my family will be raised with homemade Sunday dinners and the many traditions you passed on with our family. I love you Grandma, thank-you for helping to raise me to be the woman I am today. Give Pap Pap a kiss for me.
Charlotte, Joe & Theresa: We were very saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. I will long cherish the memories of growing up across the street from your family. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear about Aunt Pauline; sending my sincere condolence. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.
Joe and family, We are so sorry for you loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlotte, Joe & Theresa, So sorry for your loss. Will remember you & your mom in prayer, I have many good haircuts, happy smiles, & genuine hospitality to remember at your house!
Dear Theresa, Charlotte, Joe and all members of Pauline’s family, How many wonderful memories I have of Pauline….sitting having coffee with her; her kindness and gentle wisdom; her engaging smile. I remember fondly my last visit with her. By the time I got to the house, Charlotte and Joe were there!!!!! I’m sure you willl find great comfort in family and friends in this time of loss. Know I hold you in my thoughts and on my heart as I pray in thanksgiving for Pauline’s life and her new life with her God. With deep sympathy, Gail
My prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Theresa & Family, May the love your Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt or friend shared with you during her life fill your hearts as you make your way through the next few days. Remember all the wonderful days you had together. Much love to Theresa from her Tucson groupies!
Charlotte, Joe, & Theresa: Pauline’s life will always be an example of all that is good and right about friendships, motherhood, neighborliness, and the Christian Faith. She, along with your entire family, will always be remembered as trustworthy and dependable folks. Our last visit with Pauline was wonderful, as we all recounted many memories and shared much laughter. Our daughter Gracie (teenager now) sure does remember Pauline, and she sends her condolences.
My thoughts with the family at this time. Loving memories of Pauline after 40 years where I taught for 8 years (Charlotte). Visited her home and was warmly welcomed. My prayers for her and the family. With you in spirit during these days. Lovingly, Sr. Noreen
You have our deepest sympathies. May loving, warm memories help you through this difficult time of loss.
Joe And Family, I want to express my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.You are in my prayers. Nick Petrovich Jr
To the Barnabei family: I’m sorry I didn’t get the chance to visit with you at the funeral home. I will always remember her as a friendly person. You are in my prayers.
Dear Theresa & family, I’m writing to express our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mom. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories. With Sympathy, Steve Connell & the Superior School family.
Dear Joe & Patti and Family, You have my deepest sympathy… In Friendship, Marilynn
Dear Barnabei Family, I was sorry to read of your mother’s passing. You are in my prayers.
Joe, Patti, Andre and Barnabei Family, Patty and I would like to offer our condolences on the passing of your mother. Sorry we could not attend the services as we were out of town. She will be in our prayers, God Bless, Robert and Patty Capito and Family
Charlotte, Joe, Theresa and the whole Barnabei family. Please accpet my most heartfelt condolences on occasion of Pauline’s passing. Please know, that on account of my travels, that I just found out about her death today. You know our family ties go back to even before 1954… and through it all your mother was always so kind and generous and she would always greet us with that genuine smile that would light up her face and eyes. I did especially enjoy dropping in on her and having discussions about the old days… can you imagine this, one of a million specific memories I have of Pauline is seeing Pauline and my mom, down on their knees of a living room floor of a house that my family had rented on Pennsylvania avenue, and they both had a knife in their hand as they scrapped the old multi layers of wax off of the floor, and through it all laughing and talking up and storm. What a special gift…. Pauline.