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Ernest Silvio Spignardo, 72, of Daniel Island, South Carolina, husband of Diane
Ciofalo Spignardo, died Monday, February 19, 2018, after a brave battle with
cancer. Ernest was born July 29, 1945, in Newburgh, New York, son of the late
Pasquale "Patsy" Spignardo and the late Elizabeth Pesavento Spignardo. He
received his B.A. in Education at Fredonia State University of New York and
earned a Master's degree in Education from State University of New York at New
Paltz, and a Master's degree in Counseling from Adelphi University. Throughout
his life he was an educator, counselor and entrepreneur. He was a supportive
mentor for cancer patients and was a volunteer for three years at Charleston
Hematology and Oncology Center guiding cancer patients through their treatments.
He was instrumental in forming the Parkinson Rock Steady Boxing Exercise Program
at Gritbox Fitness which serves over 60 Parkinson patients. He had many
interests including playing the trumpet and keyboard in a rock band for 45
years, traveling, hiking and was an exceptional cook whose guests enjoyed his
Italian feasts. He was an avid fisherman and a dedicated golfer and was a member
of Dunes West Country Club. Ernie was an amateur comedian who was the life of
every party! He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Diane C. Spignardo of
Daniel Island, SC; two sons, Todd Spignardo (Barbara Anne "B.A.") of Falls
Church, VA, and Scott Spignardo (Terra) of Daniel Island, SC; one brother,
Joseph Spignardo (Shirley) of Knoxville, TN; Aunt Dorothy Spignardo of New
Windsor, NY; Uncle Desmond McLoughlin of Evanston, IL. He was Poppi to five
beautiful grandchildren, Bella - 12, Michael - 12, Calla - 10, Matthew - 10 and
Desmond - 9, who were the love of his life. His large extended family includes
many cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends who he considered family as well.
Ernie was the quintessential friend, who never ceased to make people feel loved.
He spread smiles and belly laughs throughout his life despite three very serious
cancer diagnoses and Parkinson's disease. He courageously fought the best fight
with optimism and determination with his true love Diane always by his side. He
never gave up and consequently was referred to as the "Poster Boy" of beating
the unbeatable. Ernie touched everyone's life and we are blessed to have had him
in our lives. We shall forever hold him dear in our hearts. Visitation with the
family will be held Saturday, February 24, 2018, at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MOUNT
PLEASANT CHAPEL, 1494 Mathis Ferry Road, from 2:00 until 4:00 pm. Memorials in
Ernie's name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude
Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's
Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777. A
memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at
www.jhenrystuhr.com Visit our
guestbook at
www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston
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Ernest Silvio Spignardo, 72, of Daniel Island, South Carolina, husband of Diane
Ciofalo Spignardo, died Monday, February 19, 2018, after a brave battle with
cancer. Ernest was born July 29, 1945, in Newburgh, New York, son of the late
Pasquale "Patsy" Spignardo and the late Elizabeth Pesavento Spignardo. He
received his B.A. in Education at Fredonia State University of New York and
earned a Master's degree in Education from State University of New York at New
Paltz, and a Master's degree in Counseling from Adelphi University. Throughout
his life he was an educator, counselor and entrepreneur. He was a supportive
mentor for cancer patients and was a volunteer for three years at Charleston
Hematology and Oncology Center guiding cancer patients through their treatments.
He was instrumental in forming the Parkinson Rock Steady Boxing Exercise Program
at Gritbox Fitness which serves over 60 Parkinson patients. He had many
interests including playing the trumpet and keyboard in a rock band for 45
years, traveling, hiking and was an exceptional cook whose guests enjoyed his
Italian feasts. He was an avid fisherman and a dedicated golfer and was a member
of Dunes West Country Club. Ernie was an amateur comedian who was the life of
every party! He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Diane C. Spignardo of
Daniel Island, SC; two sons, Todd Spignardo (Barbara Anne "B.A.") of Falls
Church, VA, and Scott Spignardo (Terra) of Daniel Island, SC; one brother,
Joseph Spignardo (Shirley) of Knoxville, TN; Aunt Dorothy Spignardo of New
Windsor, NY; Uncle Desmond McLoughlin of Evanston, IL. He was Poppi to five
beautiful grandchildren, Bella - 12, Michael - 12, Calla - 10, Matthew - 10 and
Desmond - 9, who were the love of his life. His large extended family includes
many cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends who he considered family as well.
Ernie was the quintessential friend, who never ceased to make people feel loved.
He spread smiles and belly laughs throughout his life despite three very serious
cancer diagnoses and Parkinson's disease. He courageously fought the best fight
with optimism and determination with his true love Diane always by his side. He
never gave up and consequently was referred to as the "Poster Boy" of beating
the unbeatable. Ernie touched everyone's life and we are blessed to have had him
in our lives. We shall forever hold him dear in our hearts. Visitation with the
family will be held Saturday, February 24, 2018, at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MOUNT
PLEASANT CHAPEL, 1494 Mathis Ferry Road, from 2:00 until 4:00 pm. Memorials in
Ernie's name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude
Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's
Research, Grand Central Station, P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777. A
memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at
