Carmen L. Giglio
December 27, 1937 ~ November 29, 2011
Carmen L. (Goat) Giglio, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 after a long battle with cancer. He was a Kingman, Arizona resident since 1968. Carmen was born December 27, 1937 in Follansbee, WV to Joseph and Rose Giglio.
He graduated from Follansbee High School and was a distinguished member of the 1954 State Champion "Blue Wave" Football Team. He was a nearly 30-year employee of the Riverside Resort and Casino, where he loved to work and so many, many people would come to see him. Carmen was very proud to have been inducted into the Arizona Softball Hall of Fame. He was responsible for bringing national championship tournaments to Kingman for nine consecutive years. He was also an ASA commissioner, ASA Arizona State President, sponsor, umpire and ambassador.
Carmen is survived by his wife Bonnie; daughter Bridget Trull; sons Brien Giglio and Raymond Giglio. He also leaves grandchildren and great-grandchildren behind. Also surviving are brothers Val and Pete Giglio and sisters Rosemary Donnelly and Christina Costain.
Carmen was a "people person". He would talk your ear off, especially about sports. He loved WV state track meets and football. Carmen was a generous and caring man who would give you the shirt off his back. He will be dearly missed.
A memorial mass is scheduled for 10am Saturday, January 14, 2012 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 1017 Jefferson Street, Follansbee, WV.
Dearest Uncle Carmen, For so many years you were a hop, skip, and a jump away and I never came south. I am sorry for that Uncle Carmen and family. You’ve been called to stand tall with my mom, mama, papa, all your brothers and sisters that left before you. I pray that you’ll be waiting for me with open arms. Now you are home with Our Heavily Father Jesus Christ Our Lord. Our Lord welcomed you with open arms. I love you my dear Uncle. Pete
pete, sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I remember when he played for Blue Wave. My thoughts and prayers are with you. sincerely, jerry Hamill
Pete and Rosemary: You have my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you two. Liz
So sorry to read about your brother’s passing. I know that you have many memories throughout the years. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs—Linda
To Carmen’s Family: As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. Please find comfort in the following Bible verse, John 11: 11 where Jesus said: ..Lazarus our friend has gone to rest, but I am journeying there to awaken him from sleep. Please also find comfort in knowing that our Almighty Heavenly Father holds out the hope of the resurrection and the ability to see our loved ones again.