Victor Augustine Greco
August 28, 1929 ~ January 16, 2017
Victor Augustine Greco, 87, of Weirton, passed away Monday, January 16, 2017 in the Weirton Geriatric Center. He was born August 28, 1929 in Fairmont, WV, a son of the late Domenico and Michelina Finamore Greco. He was also preceded in death by his wife Marjorie Hair Greco on January 24, 2011, brothers Joseph, Alex and John, two sisters, Anna and Amelia and grandson Mario Tassan Greco.
Prior to his retirement in September 1994, Victor was a partner with his two brothers, Joe and Johnny in the Greco Plumbing & Heating in Weirton which originally started as Greco TV Cable & Plumbing. The family business is still in operation under the direction of his son Jimmy and wife Dee Greco.
Victor was very active in the community and was an ambassador to his beloved City of Weirton. He would often be sighted driving his 1950 Red Ford affectionately known as "Henry", in the Weirton Parades. He was instrumental in the foundation of the Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center and took an active role in the rebirth of the Festival of Nations
For 61 years, The Weirton Rotary Club was a big part of Victor's life where, for over 60 years, he had perfect attendance at the weekly meetings. He served as its president from 1961-1962 and District Governor from 1996-1997. He was the 1972 Rotarian of the year, a Paul Harris Fellow and was bestowed the E.R. Hartman award named after the first District Governor. Victor and Marjorie hosted many exchange students, attended several international conventions and traveled the District, the State and the World..
The Friends of the West Virginia Northern Community named Victor Man of the Year. He was an active member of Saint Paul's Roman Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society, Knights of Columbus 3734, and BPOE 1801. Victor served on numerous boards particularly Weirton Hospital Company, Fed One Bank, and Saint Paul's Parish.
He is survived by his sons Victor Ray (Isha) Greco of Wheeling and Jimmy (Dee) Greco of Weirton; daughters Cindy (Rich) Lamp of Weirton and Susie (Phil) Lore of Nutley, NJ and grandchildren Richard and Megan Lamp, Victor, Alexandra and Dante Greco, Dominic, Danielle, Elaina and Sophia Lore.
Visitation will be held Wednesday 6-8pm and Thursday 1-3 and 6-8pm at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10am Friday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church. The Reverend Father Larry Dorsch will officiate. Interment will follow in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Easter Seals of Wheeling, WV, Weirton Madonna High School, Saint Paul's Church or the Weirton Area Museum.
WHAT A WONDERFUL MAN!! HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF WEIRTON. KIND, GENTLE, AND THE BEST GODFATHER WE COULD HAVE PICKED FOR JANNA.
If I had to count the men I have known on one hand that I truly admired….Vic would be right up there. He helped so many people, organizations etc… Too much to list. Victor, Jimmy, Cindy and Susie…my heartfelt condolences.
Uncle Victor was a second Father and God Father to me. His wisdom, his patience, compassion, advice, and most of all his love and support I will have with me always. Cindy, Victor Ray, Jimmy, & Susie Thank you for sharing such a wonderful Father with me. Now he is resting peacefully with Aunt Marjorie.
Honestly, I do not remember a time I did not know Victor. This is the end of an era; the passing of a man who touched so many people across generations. May I share a few of my fondest memories of time spent with Victor? Seeing his eyes light up when he talked about his family, sharing a bit of the blend (and contributing bottles), and him driving Henry down the street and just stopping by to chat. He always had time to share — a life well lived! Victor Ray, Jimmy, Cindy, and Susie; our thoughts, prayers, and our deepest sympathies to you and your families.
Victor RAY, Jimmy, Cindy, Susie, your dad, my uncle victor was a very special man. From a very young age he taught me so so much. He will truly be missed by all of us.My thoughts and prayers are with you and the families
Mr. Greco was a wonderful man and loved our City like no other. He was always glad to see you and such a positive person. I have so many wonderful memories of the Greco family from childhood and years to pass. My thoughts and prayers to you all. Sarah Brancazio LeMasters
Our prayers are with the Greco family. Uncle Victor was a great man and will be missed by many. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our condolences go out to the entire family. You are in our prayers and thoughts. We always looked forward to seeing him at Central’s basketball games
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you, prayers and love to you?????????
Very sorry to hear of Victor’s passing. My deepest sympathy. I met him many years ago thru Howard Lammers when I worked at Weirton Steel. He needed trees that had been cut down removed from his yard, I spent almost a summer doing that. He was fun to talk and laugh with. Both my children also go to meet him. A very nice man. I still have an empty bottle of Castel De’ Greco. Bless him.
Victor Ray, Jimmy, Cindy, Susie sorry for your father passing. Your dad was warm, kind man. He was the true definition of a “Gentleman”. Will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Very sorry to hear about the passing of a very good man and gentleman Mr Victor Greco. He was always a pleasure to talk to, and he will be dearly missed. My deepest condolences to the entire Greco and Lore families. You are all in my prayers. May God watch over you all during this very difficult time.
To the Greco clan, I so sorry for the loss of your dad. He was a special man who had such love for life and for his community and his passions including Rotary. He was the one who brought me into Rotary and continued to make me feel so welcome in the business community when I first became a business owner. I will always be thankful for Victor. He and Marjorie were such awesome people and he was so lost without his soulmate. I am happy they are together forever now in God’s home. Praying and keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God bless.
So Sorry for your loss… Thoughts and prayers
To the family of Victor! It is with great sadness to hear of his passing. From one ambassador of Weirton to another (he more so than me) Victor will be missed by the Weirton community. His obituary does not completely tell all of his many attributes – kindness, caring, giving and the love he had for Weirton – he will be missed by many!
To the entire Greco family, my deepest sympathy and condolences. Victor was as unique a man I’ve ever known. His compassion, passion, concern for others and love of life were exemplified in all he did every day. The community has lost a legend. They just don’t make them like Victor anymore. I count myself blessed to have known him as my friend and fellow Rotarian. He was the walking example of the “four way test.” Rest In Peace Victor.
Susie and family, So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
I first met Victor and Marge in the play “IPaul”. They both touched my life so much. They both gave me a cross and two fifty cent pieces that I will always have. Now they are our guardian angels and together at last with Jesus. I was happy to know them both. Great people I will always remember.
Suzie and family, sharing in the sadness of the loss of your father. Memories abound of how your father and mother truly had an “open door policy” for all at any time. I remember sharing dinner at your table and “pass the potatoe” really meant pass the potatoe. The introduction of “scattone” and the gentle tap of your dads thumb on your cheek in greeting and saying good bye. wonderful memories, wonderful people. Thank you! God Bless you all and may the Union of your parents in heaven bring you some peace and comfort.
Victor Ray, Jimmy, Cindy and Susie, How can I put into words what both your dad and mom meant to me. so many good times. Your dad’s “pride and joy”. He always said to Sal ” me and you and you and me” Couldn’t have chosen better Godparents for Maria. He would stop by the house on his way home from work and nibble on the kids leftovers and then go home to have dinner. The wonderful creative parties. So many terrific memories. As you have lost a parent, I lost a good friend. Rest in peace Victor and my prayers go out to your entire family in which he was so proud of
To Victor’s family Truly he lived an example of friend, good neighbor, civic minded, faithful to God and his church all for which he will not be forgotten. He is at peace now with his beloved Marge and his memory lives on in the hearts of those who loved him. May his family feel the presence of our Lord during this difficult time of grieving.
To my beloved Aunt Marjorie and Uncle Victor may you rest in peace together. Like my sister Lila said you were truly a second mother and father to us. And your sons and daughters our cousins Cindy, Victor Ray,Jimmy and Susie more like brothers and sisters.Uncle Vic you taught me many things but especially the importance of family,celebrating life and getting through things in life.You had such a genuine interest and passion about so many things.So many places and so many stories and oh so many of us you touched.You have a warm open heart ,a kind man,a great uncle and I will always proudly remember you as such.
Victor was like a second father to me. During my Madonna years, I spent more time at the Marland Heights house than I did in Burgettstown. Tonight my family will make scottone and share memories of Victor. Diana and my two sons Dylan and Dominic send our love and condolences to my second family.
So sorry for your loss your dad always made me laugh
Victor Ray, Jimmy: cannot tell you how sorry I am to learn of this. Growing up around you two, your dad was always just a contemporary of Marvin’s. In Rotary, he became my friend…and a mentor…he will be missed in so many ways. Give hugs to Isha and Dee from me and to your sisters and kids. All my best…
I have such fond memories of Uncle Victor – he was always smiling and kind – a role model for how to live a happy life! We are blessed to have known him.
Vic, Isha & Family, You have my heartfelt sympathy & condolences. I pray you find peace and consolation in knowing your father is at peace and home in the arms of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. God bless all of you
Our prayers are with you all. We loved your Dad . Always smiling.
So many memories and emotions since Jimmy first informed me of Victor’s passing on Monday. From working jobs part time at the shop, to trimming the Autumn Olives in the yard and spending quality family time at the Marland Heights estate are overwhelming. We’ll miss Victor very much, but find comfort in knowing that is reunited with Marge, Howard, and all the others in heaven. What a party that must be! RIP Victor.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they celebrate his life and hold dear to the memories and gifts which live on through his children and grandchildren.
Jim,Dee,Cindy,Susie,Victor and Families – What a Fun Loving Gentleman your Father/Grandafather was. We enjoyed the times with him, watching his face Beam with Pride talking about his Life and Family. Was Truly an Honor and Privelege caring for him. Love and Prayers to All. God Bless.
So sorry to hear of Victors passing. He was a friend of my mom and dad, Don and Emmaretta Rusher, owners of Rusher Home Improvement s in early 1960′,s.. I have known him for years, and always was glad to see and talk to him. Daughter, Susan was born on the same day, June 30, 1965 as our daughter, Deb. God blessings to family and friends.
So sorry to hear of Victors passing. He was a friend of my mom and dad, Don and Emmaretta Risher, owners of Risher Home Improvement s in early 1960′,s.. I have known him for years, and always was glad to see and talk to him. Daughter, Susan was born on the same day, June 30, 1965 as our daughter, Deb. God blessings to family and friends.
Uncle Victor a true inspiration and a major influence on my life. I love you and will miss you.
I was so sorry to learn of Victor’s passing. He was the most upbeat and positive person I’ve ever met. He always greeted me with a smile and a hug. I will miss him. All my love and prayers to the Greco family. I’m sorry my job is keeping me from attending services.
To Cindy, Victor Ray, Jimmy, Susie and families, So sad to hear the news of Victor’s passing. He was a wonderful man. I arrived in Weirton as a 17-year-old away from my family and country and Victor was a great friend and mentor. I remember the first time I met him. It was mid January, piles of snow and Victor arrived in what looked like a big fur coat and big fur hat. He gave me a big welcome hug. He and Marge were wonderful diplomats for the US and I had the privilege to live with them for six months. I miss them but will never forget Victor, Marge, you and your extended families. My deepest sympathy. Penny Stafford and family – Rotary Exchange student from Australia 1981
To the Family: So sorry to hear of Mr. Greco’s passing. He always made me feel so special as well as your Mom did. God Bless them both and may they Rest In Peace together. Prayers and sympathy to all of the family.
Victor and I served as Governors in 1996-7. I met him at the different Governor training meetings and Zone and International Conventions. You could not meet him and not remember him. What a great person! You can never forget his greetings, especially if you didn’t see him coming. Sorry to hear of his passing. God Bless. PDG Pat & Ann Growney District 7510 (NJ) Now in Lake Worth Florida
Jimmy -( Diane) so sorry about your DAD was alway a pleasure talking with him / my deepest sympathies
Oh my word. I just found out that this precious man went to be with Our Lord. With tears rolling down my cheeks I say to you even though I have not seen Mr. Greco in years I absolutely love him. What a wonderful man. What a wonderful family. Oh if walls could talk. LOL. His house would have a lot to say. My memories are endless. I believe that every person who has step foot in his house experienced true love and respect. He always had a word of wisdom, a smile, a good joke, some good food and endless love to all who entered. He will be missed. However, his love will live on in his children. Everyone of them have their fathers character. Mr. Greco until we meet again, I LOVE YOU. Give your wife a big hug and kiss from me. God bless you Victor and Isha. I truly miss you.
When my late husband, David Weir, decided to go back and reconnect with Weirton, his childhood home, it was (of course) Victor who took him in, told him the Weirton stories, introduced him to people, and made it all fun. Over the years after that, whenever David and I and our two children, Maisie and Gregory, visited Weirton, our first stop would be to see Victor and Marge. We remember Victor so fondly! He was our introduction to the wonderful community of Weirton and was certainly its biggest booster. We send our deepest condolences and our love to his family and all of his many friends.