Patrick J. Silverio

Patrick J. Silverio, 63, of Meadville, passed away Monday, April 19, 2010, at Meadville Medical Center, Grove St., Meadville.
Rick was born in Sarah Furnace on January 30, 1947, a son of Patsy John and Audrey E. (Bump) Silverio.
On April 29, 1972 Rick married Rose M. Stacy; she remains the love of his life.
After 41 years of service Rick retired as Job Site Coordinator from Diebold Inc. A Vietnam veteran in the US Air Force, Rick served his country from June 22, 1965 until his honorable discharge on December 20, 1968 where he had attained the rank of sergeant. He was a 1965 graduate of Karns City High School. Rick was a Christian. He enjoyed operating his ham radio, gardening, photography and weather watching. Since its inception, Rick had a passion for following the space program.
In addition to his parents Patsy and Audrey Silverio of Chicora, Rick is survived by three sisters Pamela Croft of Butler, Ann Silverio of Chicora, Donna Geibel and her husband James of E. Brady, two brothers Blaise Silverio and his wife Kathryn of Waldorf, MD, Chris Silverio and his wife Andrea of Chicora, several nieces and nephews and his best friend Rose of Meadville.
He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Tommy.
At the request of Rick, there will be no visitation or services.
Memorial Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 505 Poplar St. or Hospice of Crawford County, 464 Pine St., both of Meadville, PA 16335.
Arrangements are under the direction of Stephen P. Mizner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 404 Chestnut St., Meadville, PA 16335.
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