William E. Paolisso, Jr.
December 6, 1927 ~ January 14, 2017
William Edward Paolisso Jr., 89, of Doylestown, PA, formerly Weirton, passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Doylestown Hospital. Born December 6, 1927 in Weirton, he was the son of the late William "Shoemaker" and Angela (Marino) Paolisso. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife Margaret "Peggy" Paolisso; brother Paul Paolisso; sisters Lucille Paolisso Vince and Louise Paolisso DiMaria.
Bill worked for Weirton Steel in plant protection. He was a member of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church. He was a three-sport athlete at Weir High (football, basketball and baseball) and a member of the OVAC Hall of Fame. He played professional baseball for the St Louis Cardinals organization in the 50's, but was most well known, in the Tri State area, for officiating football and basketball for over 50 years. He also served 2 years in the U. S. Army.
He is survived by his son William "Billy" Paolisso III of Montebello, CA; daughter Maria (John) Novey of Bucks County Pennsylvania ; grandchildren Michael and Carolyn Novey; sister Genevieve Paolisso Bellissimo of Cincinnati Ohio and many nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main St., Weirton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Saturday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, Weirton. Reverend Father Larry Dorsch will officiate.
Interment will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Steubenville, OH.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Billy and Maria, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time Richard, I am so sorry for the loss of your uncle. I know how much you cared for him. My thoughts and prayers are with you too and your brothers.
Dear Billy & Family, we are so sadden by reading of the passing of your dad. He was a super man and his siblings showed what a great man he was!! love, Patti (Gordon) & Dale Visyak
Bill and family, my deepest condolences on the lost of your father. Your dad and I became very good friends over the last couple of years. He was extremely elated after being inducted to the OVAC hall of fame as was I it was quite a honor for him. After all not too many referees ever got honored. (smile) He and I talked, he was always asking me about Weirton – his home. He was a good friend, which was a blessing.
Bill and Family, Our condolences to you all during this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May his memory be eternal. God Bless, Bill and Paulette Galiotos Minnie Bogdan
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time, May you come to know that the love of God is with you always, May your memories of William Edward Paolisso Jr., give you peace, comfort and strength… Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete. I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.. My thoughts and prayers to the family of …. US Army Veteran, William Edward Paolisso Jr., is “A True American Hero” God Bless† † Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
We are very sorry to hear the Bill has passed away, he was a Great Man. God Bless!
Maria, Billy and all of the Paolisso family, I am sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Paolisso. I can still remember Mr. Paolisso refereeing Weir High, football games, diving into a pile of players, pulling us apart and saying “great play, keep it clean, now get back in the huddle and try to do it again.” He was having as much fun as us players. Godspeed to all.
Our deepest condolence on the lost of your Dad. We tried to call him these pass few weeks and thought something must be wrong, since no reply. We go back to the sandlot days playing ball and I cherish those 80 years of friendship. Will miss his calls and visits. Our deepest sympathy, Al “Bugs” and Veda Orwasky
Maria and Billy, My thoughts and prayers to you and your family on the passing of Mr. Paolisso. He was always kind and welcoming to me. Also, a top notch official.(did lots of my games when I was in Ohio Valley) May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Billy and Maria, You have my deepest sympathy. Your father was part of our family and made us feel like part of yours. I will cherish all the talks and life lessons that he gave me growing up. My he live forever in your memory as he will do so in mine. God Bless Timmy Robinson
Billy, May time heal your heart and memories comfort your soul. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
To Bill’s family. Sorry to hear of his passing. We worked some playoff games and the OVAC All Star Game. Always was a lot of fun. Chuck Taskalines, OV Football Officials, Retired.
To Maria and Bill and Paul, Richard, and David I t was sad to hear of the passing of your and uncle. Your dad was always good to us kids on Brookline Drive, when he got tickets to the Pirates he would always take some of the kids from Brookline to the games. You never know how much the Paolisso family meant to me growing up on Brookline Drive they were a second family to me with so much love they gave me when I thought nobody care about me. . Starting with June and Paul, Lucille (Nana) and Louie Vince and the find people from Cincinnati. And Bill and Beggy. We grew up in the best place in Weirton on Brookline Drive with that playground. May God Bless you and your family. From the Bear Harry Caldwell Mr Pee Gee Ball
Bill was a great neighbor and an even better friend. I will miss him dearly. My condolences go out to the entire family
My condolences to the Paolisso family. I had the pleasure of being a co worker of Bill’s at Doylestown Countey Club and developed a friendship with Bill. Bill always had a smile and was always ready for a good conversation and a free lunch:) We’ll all miss him.
Bill and Family. I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. I remember him as a kind, caring man who was always encouraging. I had the good fortune of having him as a referee on the field or court and pointing out things to me that I never saw; always trying to make us better athletes. May you all find strength during this difficult time in knowing what a well respected man he will be remembered as. Our condolences and prayers are with you all.
Dear Billy and Family, My deepest sympathy and love to you and your family during this most difficult time. May your father be surrounded by angels as you find comfort in knowing he is at peace in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With much love always! Kathy Galiotos Allocca
Maria, I was so sorry to hear about your fathers passing. May your memories bring you peace and May God bless your family. You are in my prayers, Lorraine Sticco Easton
Sorry to hear about the loss of your father, Draw strength from those around you.
Dear Billy, Sorry to read about your Father’s passing.I knew you when you were a little boy. I grew up on Brookline Drive. Your parents were both wonderful people and admired by so many. Of course remember Louie and Lucille who gave me an old bicycle out of their basement.(Only bike I ever had! June and Paul too.????????