Theodore Antonucci
Theodore Antonucci
April 23, 1946 ~ August 1, 2014
August, 1 2014. He was predeceased by his parents Dominic Anna Antonucci, his sister Mary Jane Lane.
He is survived by his grammar school sweetheart, devoted wife Margaret (Sidoti) Antonucci, his loving sons and daughters-in-law Dominic Kimberly, Teddy Jr., Lee Brandi, Andy Samantha Antonucci and like a son Billy O'Keefe and Hasan Uyar. His adoring grandchildren, Shayna, Nikolas, Lorren Rudy Antonucci, his sister and brothers-in-law, Teresa and Dr. John DDS Agostinelli, Phil Lane Sr., and "Brother/Cousin", Anthony Liberti, also by sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Alice (Sidoti) Jeffrey McCombs, Diane Alan Carapella. He is also survived by his wonderful nieces nephews with whom he shared a mutual admiration society, his many cousins, especially Ernie Mariann McGowan, Carol John Toscano.
And his innumerable, loyal and lifetime friends, especially David Catari, "Pug".
From Big Ted's fraternity, the Budda Foundation of America, his founding frat brothers, Rich Coia, Greg Masceri, Mark Melich, Lou Polizzi Basil Sanguedolce. And certainly not least his many chick friends especially Dr. Brenda and Sadie Iannucci.
A special blessing to all who were his incredible, caring Hospice nurses at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Teddy's visitation will be Thursday 12 pm to 3 pm 6 pm to 9 pm at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane (between 390 Long Pond Rd.). Teddy's funeral mass will be celebrated Friday August 8th at 10 am at Holy name of Jesus Church immediately followed by his Interment at Holy Sepluchre Cemetery. Following the cemetery, all attendees are invited to the Diplomat Banquet Center, 1 Diplomat Way (off Lyell Ave. near 390) for food and camaraderie.
Teddy was born on April 23, 1946 in Rochester and grew up on Romeyn Street. As a child, he loved spending time outdoors. He graduated from East High School in 1964 and began his lifelong career as a contractor by taking over the family business at age 18.
On January 14, 1967, he married Margaret whom he had met in grade school at St. Peter Paul School. Together they raised their family, and Teddy always loved all family gatherings, including cookouts on the deck. Teddy would always say that his favorite day of the year was the day AFTER Christmas because that meant there were 364 days until the next Christmas.
Teddy had many friendships and always enjoyed meeting the guys for coffee, lunch at Antoinetta's, or on Saturday's at Rocky's. In his spare time, Teddy enjoyed riding horses, playing cards, traveling, and sports such as playing baseball at Edgerton Park, hockey, golf, and polo. Teddy may not have been the first to arrive places, but he was always the last to leave.
Some of his other favorite things included watching shows such as Life of Riley, Gunsmoke, and Heart Like A Wheel. Teddy enjoyed country music and Louie Prima. He could always be heard saying "I'd like you to meet my two brothers" when referring to his sisters because they were so tough.
Family and friends would best describe Teddy as someone who was the life of the party, very social, a loving father, and adoring grandfather with a personality that was larger than life. His eyes were the windows to his soul, and his smile always lit up a room. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.