Robert John Scarcelli passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the age of eighty-three. He was surrounded by his loving family and comforted by many visitors in the preceding days. The greatest sign of a life well-lived was the incredible response within hours of his passing, to see his home filled with relatives, friends, and neighbors sharing their memories and offering condolences.
Robert was born on December 2, 1940, in Standardville, Utah, a mining community in Carbon County. In his youth, Bob loved baseball and played in the Little League World Series in San Bernardino, California in August 1954. Bob admired Ted Williams when he was young. He graduated from Carbon High School in Price, in 1958. After high school, Bob enlisted in the United States Air Force and served proudly throughout southeast Asia. He was deeply inspired by his military service throughout his life, speaking often of the lessons he learned and sharing that this training served him well in his career. On August 10, 1963, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in East Carbon, Robert married Patricia Bonaquisto. Their life was filled by their two children, Traci and Jim. Bob was a dutiful, hard-working professional – beginning first with Union Carbide (Linde Division), U.S. Welding, and then went into business at age 50 for Bevco2.
Beyond his work and his family, Bob was engaged in sports – all sports, all year long. He was an avid fan of football – college and NFL. He was dedicated to the Utah Utes as part of the Crimson Club and as a tailgater. He loved watching the Raiders. And, after playing for so long, he watched baseball, shouting to his beloved Red Sox. In addition to being a fan, Bob loved to be outside– playing golf with buddies, fishing, camping, and enjoying the camaraderie of being with the guys.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents, Vencinzo James Scarcelli and Mary Louise Toson Scarcelli; by his brothers – Jim, Albert, John, and Ernie; his in-laws – Tony and Vera Bonaquisto; his treasured grandson, Anthony O’Nash; and his sister-in-law, Toni Sacco.
Robert is survived by his devoted wife, Patti; his children – Traci (Wes) O’Nash and Jimmy (Melina) Scarcelli; his grandchildren – Roman Scarcelli, Emily O’Nash, Chelsey Hansen, and Charles O’Nash; his great-grandchildren – Audrey and Kami Hansen; two nieces – Jalene (Greg) Dipietro and Susan (Rusty) Atwood and their children; as well as many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and neighbors.
Services for Robert will include a celebration of life on Friday, April 19 from 6-9 p.m. at Willow Creek Country Club (8505 Willow Creek Drive in Sandy, Utah, with entry by the swimming pool). In addition, a graveside service with military honors will be held on Saturday, April 20 at 11:30 a.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens in Sandy, Utah (1950 East Dimple Dell Road – 10600 South).
In lieu of flowers, Bob’s family has asked that you consider a donation to:
Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning- https://carmenbpingree.com/donate/
The Utah Food Bank- https://utahfoodbank.org/give-money/
The care that Bob received from doctors, nurses, hospice professionals, and a multitude of others is deeply respected by Bob’s family, and they share their gratitude for your kindness.
To watch the zoom recording of the service, please click on the tab above that says "Watch Service" or follow this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/5BvIAxcSe8K_G6TczjuTnfA349PT4SSh04YJSmXb74NMzaOwEwP_pvMHq1SS2xYj.Euj-0nSMu5BElksK?startTime=1713634320000
Guestbook/Condolences
Our Deepest Heartfelt Sympathies to our cousin Patti, Traci, Jim. We love you all and a very sorry for Bob’s passing. Let Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him. Our love and prayers always.❤️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Any good memories of growing up in Carbon Countyinclude Bob.Tough to beat on a ballfield or social gathering. Bless you,Patti
So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. He will be missed. Love to Patty and family. May God bless Bob.
With our deepest condolences to his family, Patti, Traci and Jimmy. We are heart broken over the loss of your husband and dad.
He was always such a joy to be around. He will be missed by so many....
I absolutely loved “Uncle Bob”. He wasn’t really my uncle but I always would call him that because he was my best friend Wendi’s uncle. He always made me feel welcome when I would go to his home. Even recently going to his home with my grand daughter, he was so sweet to her and, let her get into his snacks. I can’t believe you’re not here on this earth anymore. Love you Aunt Patti and family.
Thanks for always lifting us up as being positive. Smile’s are always on the agenda 😉
Pat, heartfelt thoughts are coming your way from one who’s been there. I’m not going to give you the general platitudes that people say at this time because the pain is there, the pain stays and it hurts. One anecdote that I always tell my family is that when Mike and I were thinking of moving, Mike said “We’re only moving if the Scarcelli’s move”. Your family was that respected by our family.
Pat, Traci and Jim, save your memories of Bob and talk about them often amongst yourselves, that’s what keeps him alive in your heart and mimd and may you all be blessed with love.
Lukie
Sending much love to the Scarcelli family during this difficult time. Bob was a kind, generous man whom we’re grateful to have known.
Dear Patti and family,
With such sorrow we send our deepest sympathy for the loss of Bob. He was a terrific cousin and we will hold forever our memories of the trip to Italy. We had such a wonderful time and watching Bob have an Italian gelato every day or at times twice a day! He was a wonderful person, loving life, loving his friends and family. We do hope that the fond memories of him will get you through this difficult time.
Love, Reg and Yvonne
Patti, Traci, Jimmy, I hold you all safe in my heart at this time of sadness. I appreciated Bob's thoughtfulness being my Godfather.Your all in my prayers at this time of sadness.
Much love Kim
Scarcelli Family: So saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. My brother and I grew up on Duchesne St., in Helper five houses south of the Scarcelli Family. Bob was gone but would visit Mary from time to time.
I also worked for him at U.S. Welding while I was at Utah U. He was a good boss and leader. I know he will be missed by many.
May you rest in peace Bob; you have earned it.
We were so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dear Patti, Traci , and Jimmy, so sorry for your loss, Bob was such a kind man I remember him always smiling and always enjoying himself and the company of others. Love to you all, God bless you all, love Laurie
Dear Patti, My family and I are very sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences.
I am so sorry for your loss, a great man, he will be missed by all
So sorry
Love Diana Wright ❤️ 💕 ❤️ 💕
I am so sorry for your loss, a great man, he will be missed by all
So sorry
Love Diana Wright ❤️ 💕 ❤️ 💕
My condolences to his beautiful family and friends. Bob is one of a handful who has inspired me to be a better person, to do more, be more.
Today I'm a better person from having such a great life coach. He was always wise, yet immature and playful, quick with his wit and even quicker to love and respect. There is every reason to believe he is in a great place right now, my mission will be to join him once again so we can again sit around a campfire, and as he would say “lie to each other for a while.” Perhaps Bob could school me at horseshoes one more time. Show me once again how to properly fix my fly line.
Time spent with Bob cannot be deducted from one’s life.
Regards,
Andy
Patti, my dear friend. I’m sorry for your pain and loss of Bob. It was a pleasure to know Bob. He is a good man.
Love and thoughts are with you and your family. Know that I am thinking of you, and know what you are going through.🙏🏻💗
Sorry to miss the service my friends - Bob was a great man and a good friend. I will miss him! Love to all the Scarcelli famiglia!
Sending so much love to the Scarcellis. I feel so blessed that I got to grow up with your family as my neighbor. I have so many fond memories in your home and the love felt there. May you always carry his love with you and his legacy live on with Jim, Traci and their children!
Very sorry for your loss
Patty and Jim,
Nikki and I are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He will be missing by all. We are so sorry but are happy to have known him.
Randy and Nikki Huizenga
Bob was one of my favorites. Played a lot of baseball with him. He was always positive. Loved climbing balance rock with him. Enjoyed working with him at Cookies Service Station. What a great guy!!!