Ross Signorino

Rosario "Ross" Signorino, 90, was called home to Heaven on November 11, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories and a family who loved him dearly.

Ross was born to proud parents, Antonino Signorino and Vita Pantaleo in Marsala, Sicily. The oldest of four siblings, Ross has always been unwaveringly devoted to family. When he met the love of his life, Antonina "Annette" Latona, he made the courageous decision to leave Sicily to build a future in the States. The couple was married on September 2, 1961, embarking on a beautiful, lifelong journey that lasted over 55 years. 

Together, Ross and Annette built a vibrant life filled with love, family, resiliency, and shared dreams. A self-made man, Ross worked in both accounting and engineering at Goodyear, where he learned all the skills needed to succeed- including English. He retired in 1997, after a nearly 34-year-long career. Ross then turned his focus to caring for his grandchildren, keeping the Italian traditions and cooking alive, and traveling the globe with Annette. He was also an usher at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Nothing stopped Ross once he put his mind to it. He remained active to the last day as a sharp card player; avid golfer; fun dance partner; competitive bocce ball player; and member of Sons & Daughters of Italy, Le Radici, Firestone Park Prime Timers, and the Goodyear Theatre. Ross was known for his dedication, his warm spirit, and his love of family.

Ross proudly served as the patriarch of his family, beginning with his children, Vita (Kenny) Moore, Anthony (Holly) Signorino, Russell Signorino, and Kay (Ben) Metzler; grandchildren, Maria (Craig) Bogart, Angelina (Kevan) Clarke, Julia Moore, & Ross (Sydney) Moore, Anna, Anthony, & Maria Signorino, and Diana, Dominic, John Paul, & William Rosario Metzler; and the proud Bisnonno of Antonina, Leander, and Stellina. He also leaves behind his sister Caterina Pernice and his his brother-in-law, Dr. Joseph (Teresa) Latona. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Antonina; and brothers Giovanni and Francesco.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 15th, from 2:00 to 5:00pm at Anthony Funeral Home - AKRON CHAPEL, 1990 South Main St. in Akron. A Catholic Funeral Mass will follow on Monday, November 16th at 10:30 AM at Queen of Heaven, 1800 Steese Rd in Green. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to The Amputee Center (https://www.millerprosthetics.com/). The Amputee Center and Miller Prosthetics helped restore Ross to his active self and, together with Dr. Taylor, Dr. Junko, and many dedicated caregivers (Debbie, Maureen, Roberta, & Tracy), helped ensure he enjoyed the rest of his years on earth.