Augustine J. Chimento, 1926-2019

He was born Oct. 18, 1926, in Youngstown, the son of Frank and Mary DelBoccio Chimento and grew up in Smoky Hollow, along with being a lifelong area resident.

Augustine was a graduate of The Rayen School and attended Youngstown College.

He was a former member of St. Edward Church, where he was an usher at the weekend masses, and a current member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica.

He was also a member of the Rayen Booster Club and assistant freshman football coach at Rayen High School.

Augustine was a proud U.S. Army veteran, serving during World War II. He earned the rank of TEC 5 and was awarded the following decorations for his service to our great country: the American Theater Ribbon, the Asiatic Pacific Theater Ribbon, the Victory Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the Army Occupation Medal of Japan with 1 Overseas Bar.

Augustine had many passions throughout his life. He loved and adored his grandchildren and attending all their activities, which brought him great joy, along with socializing with “The Gang,” his high school friends group. He also was an avid Cleveland Browns and Indians fan.

Augustine will always be remembered and loved by his family and friends for his sense of humor, generosity and his quick wit.

He leaves behind to hold onto his precious memories his wife of more than 70 years, the former Catherine P. Caras, whom he married July 2, 1949 at St. Rocco Church; two sons, Frank (Jean) Chimento of Youngstown and James Chimento of Boardman; four grandchildren, James (Erin) Chimento, Anthony (Brittany) Chimento, Brendan (Kelly) Hackett and Jacob Hackett; five great- grandchildren Lily, Joey, Ashton, Austin and Emma; along with nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Besides his parents, Augustine was preceded in death by a sister, Sara Clacko, and four brothers, Carmen, Dante, Frank and Joseph Chimento.

There will be a Mass of Christian burial held 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mt. Carmel, Youngstown, with the Very Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Cariglio officiating.

Family and friends may pay their respects 9 to 9:50 a.m. Thursday at the church.

Burial will take place in Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Boardman.

On behalf of Augustine’s family they would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the entire staff at Hospice House for all the care and compassion that was shown to them and to Augustine throughout this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, material contributions may be made in Augustine’s name to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tenn. 38105.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com. to view this obituary, sign the guest book and send condolences to Augustine’s family.

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