Thomas Azzarello
April 8, 1930 ~ May 5, 2006
Thomas “Jazzo” Azzarello, 76, of Weirton, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2006 at the Weirton Medical Center.
Born April 8, 1930 in Midland, PA, he was the son of the late James and Mary Galioto Azzarello. He was also preceded in death by his brother Vincent.
Tom worked for 39 years as a construction rigger for Weirton Steel. After his retirement, he worked as a heavy equipment instructor at Jefferson Community College. He currently served as Manager of the Knights of Columbus 3734 in Weirton. He was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church where he served as Eucharistic Minister. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Assembly and served as Grand Knight for Council 3734. Tom was the only Grand Knight to serve a 3-year term. He was the 1998-99 recipient of the Knight of the Year for Council 3734. He is President of the Columbian Club and Columbian Enterprise. He was also a member of the Pleasant Valley Country Club and was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler fan. Tom served as OVAC High School official for 15 years. He coached the basketball teams for the Weirton Steel League, Weirton Termite Association, St. Joseph Grade School and Sacred Heart of Mary Grade School. He served his country in the US Coast Guard Reserves.
Tom’s survivors include his wife Delores Aftanas Azzarello; son Vincent and his wife Kimberly all of Weirton; daughter Deborah Bernardi of Weirton and Sandra Presutti and her husband Michael of Imperial, PA; brother Frank Azzarello and his wife Carole of Dallas, TX and three grandchildren Dominic Presutti, Bryan Bernardi and Lydia Azzarello; several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Saturday 6-8PM and Sunday 1-3 and 6-8PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. K of C Rosary will be recited at 6PM Sunday. Fourth Degree Assembly Honor Guard 6-8 PM Sunday
Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10AM Monday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church.
Reverend Father Stephen Dube will officiate.
Interment will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
Please consider a contribution in memory of Tom to the St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, 229 California Avenue, Weirton, WV 26062 or the Knights of Columbus Maintenance Fund, 1492 Knights Road, Weirton, WV 26062.
Share tributes and memories with his family at www.grecohertnick.com
Delores and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We enjoyed knowing Tom, he will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Sincere sympathy, Ken and Darla Ogle
Dee, I will always cherish the time we spent with Tom during those last two hours of his time on earth with us. He will serve God greatly as he did for you, his family and friends. He will be be missed dearly by all who knew him. Your friend always, Dave
Mrs. Azzarello,Sandra, Michael, Dominick, Vince,& Kimberly We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. If we can help you in any way, please let us know. Bill & Mary Wasmer
Dear Dee and family, We are deeply sorry for your loss. After reading Tom’s obituary, it was awe inspiring to know that he was not only a husband, brother, father, and grandfather but that he affected and contributed to so many lives. Though he has passed, what he has given of himself to others will live forever. Love and prayers to you all, Lynn, Scott, Zach and Aidan.
Sandra and Family, I was so sadden by the news of the sudden lost of your father … I will say he was always so thoughtful, kind and great sense of humor. Our thoiungt and prayers are with all of you. The Tassey Family
Mrs. Azzarello & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, during this difficult time. His kind ways and consideration will be missed by everyone.
dear vince and family sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts and prayers go out to you and you families. sincerely jack and the whole newbrough family
Dear Delores and family, I am so sorry to hear about Jazzo’s passing. Although I hadn’t seen much of him him lately, he was still my favorite Steelers fan. I think I’ll always remember the first time I met Jazzo. I had just started to work at Weirton in 1978 when this guy came into the field office with Steeler decals on his hard had and wearing a Steeler sweatshirtshirt. Being a Raider fan I thought to myself, there is no way I’m going to get along with this guy. Boy, was I ever wrong on that one. We had so much fun harassing each other over the following years. I could go on for hours with those stories. Love, Lloyd or as Jazzo nicknamed me, “Snake”
Our deepest sympathies to Delores and family. Nancy & Matt DiLullo Oldsmar, Fl.
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Tom. He was a great person to talk to. Cathy & all of us at My Florist
Dear Delores and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. Please know that all of you are in out thoughts and prayers. Mary & Stanley Gima
We have so many fond memories of Tom with the Mountaineers and all the hours volunteered working with the youth during his years with Termite Basketball. Tom and his family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Delores and Family, My father and I offer our deepest sympathies to your whole family. We both have very fond memories with Jazzo. He was a very kind and fun guy. Our prayers are with you. May his memory be eternal.
Delores, Sorry to hear about Tom. He was a really great guy and everyone liked him. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless!
Dear Delores, Sandy Robbins told me of your sad news. I’m so sorry. Please know you’re in my thoughts and prayers. I pray the good memories and the LORD will uphold you, and the knowledge that your friends care. Love, Marian Reed Holder
Please know of my heartfelt prayers and deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. He truly was a man of faith and stamina, as you all are. He shall always be a part of the fabric that many of us call “Weirton.”
Dear Delores, Sandra, Vince, and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, father, and friend. I was devastated to hear about this when my Mom informed us Friday. Jazzo was a great guy and a good friend to my Dad. He was also a friend of mine during our mill days and thereafter. We wish we could be there with you all during these sad times, but I’m sure God is watching over all of you and helping you through this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless and take care. Frank, Sue, Alyssa, and Tre LaRosa
Mrs. Azzarello, Sandra, Michael, Dominick, Vince, and Kimberly, We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Azzarello’s passing. I was so touched by Mr. Azzarello’s obituary, that not only was he a wonderful husband and father but that he touched so many other lives through his many activities. He has truly left a legacy for the rest of us to emulate. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Randy, Kathy, Jamie and Brianna Wilson
Dear Vince and Kim and all Azzarello family members, Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at your loss of Tom. He was such a nice man; always willing to assist in anything you needed at the K of C when I had an occasion to be there. I am sure all of you will miss him very much. Sincerely, Sally Starko, City of Weirton.
Vince: You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Delores and Family, We are sorry to hear about Tom’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. Joe and JoAnn Amendola
Dear Delores and family, I was sorry to hear of Tom`s death. I have fond memories of your visit to Texas and the nice time we had having you at the lake with us. God bless all of you.Mary
Vince & Family, My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad. I have heard many nice things about him. May his memory be eternal. Bertha Simich
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