Romulus Caroselli II Scottsdale, Arizona Obituary

Romulus Caroselli II

Romulus (Rom) Caroselli II, passed away on Jan 17, 2023. He was born in Detroit, MI on August 20, 1934 to Romulus Caroselli I &amp; Angeline Caroselli, from Agnone Italy. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Josephine (Jo): Children; Joanne, Romulus III, Chris &amp; Mary Potter (Doug): Grandchildren Michael Caroselli, Tracy James (TJ) &amp; Jake Potter and his sister Florine (Flo). He graduated from the Detroit Institute of Technology and had a good career with Shell Oil Company, starting at age 19 working his way up from the mail room to sales manager and then distribution manager, and retired after 37 years of service in 1990. After serving 2 years in the army, his prayers were answered when he married a nice Italian Catholic girl, Josephine (Jo) Petta, on August 9, 1958. After several transfers with the company, they arrived in Scottsdale, AZ with their 4 children in 1968. He was so active at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Scottsdale that he was fondly referred to as 'Mr. OLPH' by fellow parishioners for his service as a 40 year and founding member and first President of the OLPH Men's club in 1982, a 32-year adorer and founding member of OLPH Eucharistic Adoration in 1987 and served the St. Vincent de Paul Society for over 35 years. He was a generous, loving &amp; faithful brother, husband, father &amp; grandfather and will be greatly missed. Viewing will be 4 to 6 pm on Friday, January 27 at Messinger Mortuary, 7601 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale. Funeral Mass &amp; Rosary will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church,7665 E Main St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, on Saturday, January 28th, 1PM Mass; 12:30 Rosary. The Funeral Mass will broadcast livestream on the OLPH Youtube Channel for remote live viewing and later viewing as well. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St Vincent De Paul, OLPH Chapter.<br>
August 20, 1934 - January 17, 202308/20/193401/17/2023
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Lisa
January 29, 2023
Dear Aunt Jo and family,

Uncle Rom was one of the kindest men around. He had a way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the room. He was a faithful man of God whose faith never wavered. Family was very important to him and he showed it in every...
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Messinger Mortuaries
January 25, 2023
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Expression of Sympathy
January 23, 2023
Designers choice was purchased for the family of Romulus (Rom) Caroselli II. Send Flowers
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Joann Campbell
January 23, 2023
Dear Caroselli Family,We were so saddened to hear of Rom's passing to eternal life. we send our heartfelt condolences. Brad and I met Rom in 2016 when wintering in Scottsdale. OLPH men's group was looking for a few volunteers to help out with parking cars for Spring trai... Continue Reading
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Kathy Rodgers
January 23, 2023
Joanne and family - I send my deepest sympathies to all of you on the passing of your dear Rom - father and husband. I didn't have the pleasure of meeting him, but see that he was such an outstanding man and human - a true blessing to everyone he touched in his long beau... Continue Reading
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Hector Caroselli
January 23, 2023
Rom was one of the kindest, gentlest people I ever met. He had a warm and friendly way about him. We were second cousins, yet he was like a big brother to me. When I was in the 3rd or 4th grade I would write letters to him in the Army. He made a big impression on me and ... Continue Reading
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Lisa
January 22, 2023
Jody, this is such a great video! Your dad was one of the best and will be greatly missed. Love,Lisa and Mark
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Patricia Underhill
January 22, 2023
How beautifully ironic that these two good friends would journey into God's heavenly Kingdom just two weeks apart. My beloved husband, Gary Underhill, was so blessed by Rom and Jo's kindness and friendship during his long struggle. Rom never failed to call just to see ho... Continue Reading
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Expression of Sympathy
January 21, 2023
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Joanne Caroselli
January 21, 2023
Dad's funeral video. This is the actual YouTube link for the short 4 min video of Rom's life. Sorry I couldn't get the wrong links off this page.