Joseph P. 'Pete' Marino, 94, of Clearfield died on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at his home.
He was born on December 9, 1921 in Mineral Springs, a son of the late James and Mary (Mobilia) Marino.
Mr. Marino was a barber for 52 years, retiring in 1989. He was also a life member of the Knights of Columbus Council 409, Sons of Italy Lodge #189, the Clearfield VFW and the Clearfield American Legion for over 70 years. He was a member of St. Francis Church and also had admirably served with the U. S. Army during WW II in the European Theater, including participation of the Battle of the Bulge.
He is survived by seven children, Peter J. Marino and wife Deborah of Clearfield, Michael Marino and wife Cynthia of Clearfield, Jim Marino and wife Joanne of NH, Joseph A. Marino and companion Christy Fulton of Clearfield, Mary C. 'KK' Marino of State College, Gina Harasti and husband Tracy of MD and Joanne Herrington and fiance Phil Masemer of Harpers Ferry, WV; his grandchildren, Ryan Marino and wife Shealyn and their sons Tanner and Colten; Amy Marino and her son Anthony; Michael Marino and wife Rachel and their sons Carter, Paris and Avery; Jeanette Marino and her son Rocco; Dan Marino; Sam Marino; and Nicholas Karth. Mr. Marino is also survived by his companion Elaine Matlack of New Millport and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rose (Panasiti) Marino on July 20, 1998 and whom he wed June 15, 1946 in Clearfield. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Jenny Aveni and Josephine Sorbera; and three brothers, Frank, Sam and Anthony 'Tony' Marino; and a son-in-law, Curtis Herrington.
Mass of Christian burial will be said at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Clearfield on Saturday at 10 AM with Father John L. Miller as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Clearfield.
Military honors will be accorded at cemetery by the Clearfield American Legion and VFW Honor Guard.
Friends will be received at the Kevin A. Beardsley Funeral Home, Clearfield on Friday from 5-8 PM and on Saturday from 9-9:30 AM.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. Francis Catholic Church, 212 South Front Street, Clearfield or to the charity of one's choice.
To sign the on-line guestbook go to www.beardsleyfuneralhome.com.