William C. Constantino 1950-2023

Willie was born April 14, 1950, in Youngstown, the son of William F. and Mary Matuszwski Constantino. Willie honorably served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was awarded two Purple Hearts.

After returning home, Willie worked for the city of Girard in the street department, and later was a foreman for the water department, retiring in 2004. He also owned a carpet and flooring shop and was an independent carpet installer for many years.

Willie was a member of St. Rose Church, DAV Chapter #11, Trumbull County Veterans Service, the VVA Chapter 1115 and a Purple Heart Membership.

Willie enjoyed golfing, camping, fishing — especially with his good friend Al DeProfio — and yard work. He was an energetic worker, helping everyone with anything they needed, a great organizer and loved being with his family and the holidays they spent together.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 41 years, Karen A. Ramps Constantino, whom he married Nov. 6, 1982; his children, Amy (Tony) Cutsuries of Holland, Michigan and William C. Constantino II of Howland; grandchildren, Cody J. Davis, Marie H. Davis, Raphael A. Davis and William C. Constantino III; sister, Peggy Constantino of Akron; and brother-in-law, Joseph Ramps of Girard.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ann Baldwin; nephew, Michael Baldwin; brother-in-law, Willard Baldwin; and sister-in-law, Lisa Von Gunten.

A private Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday at St. Rose Church. Willie was laid to rest in Girard City Cemetery, with military honors.

The family wishes to thank The Cleveland Clinic staff and Hospice at The Cleveland Clinic for all their compassion and kindness that was shown to Willie and his family.

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