Vito RONDINELLI

24 AUG 1948 - 8 NOV 2014

• BIRTH: 24 AUG 1948, Curinga, Cantanzaro Province, Italy
• DEATH: 8 NOV 2014, Silverbrook Manor, Niles, MI

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[N11975] Vito Rondinelli
Aug. 24, 1948 - Nov. 8, 2014

NILES - Vito Rondinelli, age 66, died at 9:15 a.m. Saturday, November 8, 2014, at Silverbrook Manor, Niles, following a brief illness. He was born on August 24, 1948, in Curinga, Cantanzaro Province, Italy, to Domenico and Barbara (Frucci) Rondinelli. A 1967 graduate of Niles High School, Vito excelled in wrestling in the 103 pound weight class. His senior year he was the Big 6 Conference champ, regional champ and finished 4th in the State at 103 lbs. Vito enjoyed his Italian heritage and for 35 years made his own wine. His home displayed his love for working in the yard and flowers. Also, he enjoyed watching both college and professional football. He was a member of the Niles Elks Lodge #1322. After 25 years of work at Simplicity Pattern, he enjoyed ten years working on Knollwood Country Club's golf course. Surviving family include his sister, Maria Thibodeau of Mishawaka, Indiana. A close lifelong friend, Terry Toney, helped him, especially in his last illness. A memorial service to remember Vito Rondinelli will take place December 6 from 1 4 p.m. at the Niles Elks Lodge #1322. Memorials may be made to Niles High School Scholarship and Sports Program; 1441 Eagle Street; Niles, MI 49120. Arrangements are being completed by Halbritter Funeral Services, Niles. www.halbritterfunerals.com Published in South Bend Tribune on Nov. 12, 2014