Eugene Puccetti
June 9 1933 - June 16 2009
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Thursday June 18th 2009 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 PM
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Eugene "Gene" Puccetti ended his long battle with a glioblastoma brain tumor on Tuesday June 16, 2009 at home surrounded by his devoted family. He bravely dealt with this disease for over a year and surrendered to it just 7 days after his 76th birthday. Born June 9th, 1933 to parents Gene and Pearl (Miller) Puccetti. He lived his entire life in Columbus. Gene was a graduate of Holy Family High School and he served 2 years in the Army stationed in Germany during the Korean war. He married Kathleen "Kathy" Galusha on September 1st, 1956. Gene worked for Westinghouse for several years, then at Bishop Ready High School as Custodian for over 20 years and at Worthington Schools for 10 years. He was also employed part-time for The Cleaning Company at the time of his diagnosis in April, 2008. He was devoted to his family and loved working in his garden every Summer. In addition to his wife, he leaves to cherish his memory his three children, Diane Puccetti, Paul (Becky) Puccetti, and Amy (Steve) Manning, as well as 4 grandchildren, Heather and Erik Manning and Josh and Tony Puccetti, the loves of his life. Also surviving Gene are numerous cousins. The family wishes to thank the numerous caregivers who brought Gene comfort and assistance during this difficult time in his life – HomeReach Hospice, Dr. McMaken with Visiting Physicians, our family physician, Dr. David Neiger, and very special friend Pam Hall. The prayers and support of so many friends and family too numerous to count have been our stronghold to get us through the day-to-day care for Gene. God bless you all. Friends may call THURSDAY, June 18, 2009 at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W. 5th Avenue, from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 3:30 PM. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 AM on FRIDAY June 19, 2009 at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 473 S. Roys Avenue, Rev. Fr. Stanley Benecki, Presider. FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE ASK TO MEET AT CHURCH. Interment will follow at the Resurrection Cemetery, 9571 North High Street, Lewis Center, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, friends who wish may contribute in memory of Gene to the Ohio Health Foundation (HomeReach Hospice), 180 E. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio, 43215. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Eugene Puccetti
From : Bob Sayre
To : Paul Puccetti
Date: June 17th 2009
Paul,
I am sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
For those that believe, we know we will see our loved one's again. They will be healed, happy and strong. Forever in the arms of Jesus.
Prayfully,
Bob
From : Maude Lee
To : Paul and Family
Date: June 17th 2009
As you mourn the loss of your dad, I am praying that God brings you peace and may you be comforted knowing that you have many friends to help you get through the tough days.
In Him-
Maude
From : Ray Brown, Homereach Volunteer
To : The Puccetti Family
Date: June 18th 2009
Let me offer my deepest sympathy at the loss of Eugene. It was my distinct privilege to be available for you if you needed the help of a volunteer. I was lucky enough to meet you and learn about Eugene's life. It is a fascinating story and one that will always be remembered. You have such wonderful family and friends for support. May you be a comfort to one another in the days ahead and in the future. Eugene got such outstanding care from you all. He was a lucky man indeed.
Ray Brown, Volunteer, HomeReach Hospice
From : Carolyn Murnane
To : Kathleen and Family,
Date: June 18th 2009
Hi Kathleen and family, I want to extend my deepest sympathy for the passing of your husband and father. Kathleen, I never connected a face when you were so good to write on my son, Sean's, caringbridge site. I only knew you as the Luckhaupt cousin. I remember Eugene very well from when he was a custodian at Bishop Ready. May God be with all of you through this very difficult time. Hold onto all of your very special memories.God is Good!! God is so Good!!!May God bless all of you!! Carolyn Murnane
From : Helen, Ron and Stephanie
To : Amy and Family
Date: June 18th 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Remember, the wonderful memories you have of your dad and grandpa will keep him with you always. God Bless all of you.
Helen Kelly
From : Christine Cummins Murphy and Tom Murphy
To : Kathleen and Family
Date: June 21st 2009
We were so sorry to hear about Gene's passing. He was such a wonderful kind person. We used to always see him on "Bingo night" - always smiling - just nice to "be around". He will be missed. So sorry that we could not come to the wake on Thursday - I missed the listing in the paper until Thursday night - our prayers are with you.