09/27/2020
Founder and namesake of Bobby's Shoe Store
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The Marengo-Union Hometown Heroes Program recognizes those who are serving now, have served, and who are departed
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Ubaldo “Bobby” C. Carroccia
US Army – Private First Class
June 26, 1041 to December 3, 1943 WWII
Ubaldo Carroccia was born October 6, 1918 in Lenola, Italy. In 1937, at the age of 19, Mr. Carroccia migrated to the United States in search of the American Dream. He entered the United States legally at the Port of Entry in New York City
On June 26, 1941, Mr. Carroccia voluntarily joined the Army of the United States. He was stationed at Ft. Bliss in El Paso, Texas and at Camp Grant in Rockford , Illinois. For a short period of time, he was stationed in Newfoundland, Canada
Sometime during his time in Army, Mr. Carroccia became a citizen of the United States. On January 31, 1941, Mr. Carroccia was married to Mary Giacone who was born in the United States, but raised in Sumbaca di Sicilia, Italy. Together, they had four children: Eugene, Nicolo, Carmela and John. They were married for 71 years
On December 3, 1943, Mr. Carroccia received an Honorable Discharge. His last rank was Private First Class
In 1948, Mr. Carroccia moved to Marengo with his family. He lived in Marengo with his family until the time of his death
Mr. Carroccia as was known as “Bobby.” By trade he was a cobbler. He enjoyed his trade and being able to provide for his family. He was a proud member of the American Legion and served as Post Commander. He was very proud to be a citizen of the United States, and he loved the people of Marengo
In July 2012, Mr. Carroccia passed away at the age of 94. Mr. Carroccia was proud to serve his nation in the US army, but he did not consider himself a hero. Rather, he viewed the he had a job to do and he did it to the best of his ability, so together those that served could create a better nation. He believed the real heroes are those who were not able to come home