Vito Checchio

January 14 1933 - February 20 2026

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Visitation :

John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Monday March 2nd 2026 4-7 pm

1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212

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There will be a GAC Service at 6:15 pm .

Services:

Rev. Jacob Gordon
Tuesday March 3rd 2026 at 11:00 am

St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church
4475 Dublin Rd
Hilliard , Ohio 43026

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Friends and Family are asked to meet at the Church.

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Obituary

Vito Joseph Checchio age 93 of Hilliard, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday February 20, 2026. Vito was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Martha (Colaprete); parents, Michael and Josephine (Esposito) Checchio; sister, Francis (Checchio) DiTommaso; and grandson, Antonio Vatelle. Vito was born and grew up in Grandview, Ohio. He graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School. Vito met Martha in Grandview and married. They later moved to Hilliard to raise their four children, Cindy Evans (Tim McIntyre), Joanne (Tony) Kostantinidis, Mike Checchio and Sherrie (Dave) Vatelle. He was loved immensely by his 10 grandchildren, Scott (Callie), Andrew (Jessica), Alexis, Dominick, Mikey, Sophia, Christopher, and Gina. He was blessed with 6 great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Antonio, Mila, Camden, Aiden, and Mara. Vito was an original founder of St. Brendan's Catholic Church where he served as a lecturer, usher, coach, along with running many parish festivals. Meeting and assisting many longtime friends in the community was something he enjoyed. Many people knew him well from coaching baseball and football in Hilliard, along with always being at the fields cheering on his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Vito graduated from Capital and Bliss College with a degree in Accounting, where he later received his CPA from Franklin University. Vito was retired from Blue Cross, Blue Shield of Central Ohio. He then went on to consult for Ohio Health for many years. Through the years Vito belonged to and held many positions, sitting on the Board of Directors for HFMA, Medicare Reimbursement Committee, Ohio Certified Public Accountants and Board and President positions for The American Italian Golf Association and Guild Athletic Club. Vito's true passion aside from his family was golf! He played in many golf leagues, and in many tournaments in which he won and enjoyed sharing the win with his good friends. He was proud to pass on this love to his son Mike and his grandchildren. We would like to thank the wonderful staff and friends he made at Norwich Springs Health Campus, and Capital City Hospice for the wonderful comfort care they gave our father. May our father rest in peace for all of his hard and dedicated work he did for his family, friends, and employers.

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Contributions may be directed to any of the following
Capital City Hospice

Condolences for Vito Checchio

From : DENNY F LONGO
To : Vito Checchio
Date: February 23rd 2026

To the entire family of my Friend Vito, please except my heartfelt condolences of his passing. Prayers are extended for your family!
From : Karen Youmans
To : Entire family
Date: February 24th 2026

Every time I picked up Dylan Jones from your house I was impressed with how close your family is
May God Bless you all.
From : Karen and Dave Kinleyside
To : Sherrie and Dave
Date: February 24th 2026

We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for strength and comfort in the coming day. Please read the poem The Rose Still Grows Beyond The Wall. It was a huge comfort to us when we lost our daughter. Sending much love.
From : Al Kohler
To : Family
Date: February 24th 2026

Your father was my boss at Blue Cross/Medicare. He was the best mentor you could ever have. May peace be with you!
From : Deborah Nash
To : The family
Date: February 24th 2026

As next door neighbor and friend to Vito's son, Mike, I was blessed to get to know Vito and Martha quite well. Their love for their children and grandchildren was beautiful to observe for over 20 years. Vito had a great sense of humor; he made me laugh.🥰 He is now reunited with his beloved Martha. I wish peace and comfort for all who love him.🙏
From : Lou Nobile Aquinas Alumni Assoc
To : Vito Checchio family
Date: February 25th 2026

The Aquinas College High School alumni Association offers its sincerest condolences to Vito's family and friends. He will be greatly missed by his classmates of 1950, and all Aquinas Alumni. A Mass will be offered for him by a Dominican Friar at St. Patrick Church. May he rest in peace.
From : Nikki Piazza
To : Checchio Family
Date: February 26th 2026

Sending all my love and prayers to the Checchio family. I was blessed to have know Vito and meet his great family. XOXO
From : Valerie DAmico Scheel
To : The Checchio Family
Date: February 28th 2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He was a wonderful man. Many memories at Riviera Country Club, festivals, and church. God bless you all. May your cherished memories keep him close in your hearts.
From : Patty Lykken and Family
To : Sherrie Cindy and Family
Date: February 28th 2026

We are so blessed to have known your Dad, Vito, even for just a few years. Vito was such a wonderful friend to our father, Gerry at a time where Dad needed a friend. We will cherish the memories they made together. Vito was very special to all of our family. We will always remember his smile and sense of humor. Our Dad loved him like a brother, as he would often say. We are thinking of your family and sending prayers for your comfort and peace. May Vito rest in peace. God's blessings to you. Love, Patty (Hopper) Lykken and family.
From : John Callender
To : Family and Friends
Date: March 1st 2026

I first met Vito in 1980 when I joined the Ohio Hospital Association. Vito and I enjoyed a strong professional relationship and shared our love of golf. In 1985, Vito sponsored me for membership in Riveria CC. During my introduction to the membership he changed my name to “Callerino”. We played golf every Saturday for the next five years. Good times I will always remember. “Go rest high on that mountain my friend,your work on earth is done”. Peace to all of Vito’s family and friends.
From : Chuck and Patty Hanes
To : The Entire Family
Date: March 1st 2026

Please accept our condolences on Vito’s passing! He was a great man who loved life, his family and friends! 🙏❤️
From : Dave Melaragno
To : The Checchio Family
Date: March 2nd 2026

My sincere apologies and condolences on the passing of your Father Vito. I spent many years on the Board of Directors of the AIGA with Vito. In my earlier years he was a mentor, while getting accustomed to the operation of our club. As my family grew, Vito was always there at St. Brendan, welcoming my family as we came to Sunday mass. My adult children still talk about his wide smile when he saw them walking into church. It was a honor to know him and a pleasure to be around him! He was a good man and I know how truly missed he will be! My Father and him went to first grade together, a friendship that spanned 87 years! I am sorry I cannot convey these messages in person as I am flying back to Florida after helping my dad over the weekend. May the Lord be with him and ALL OF YOU, during this time.
From : Dr Ernest Melaragno
To : Vito Checchio Family
Date: March 2nd 2026

My deepest sympathy to Vito's family. Vito and I have been very good friends ever since the first grade together. We have shared many, many good times over the years .I will miss him very, very much! My health unfortunately prevents me from attending any of the funeral services, however my prayers are with him and his family.
From : Hollie Goldberg
To : Family
Date: March 3rd 2026

I'm glad I got a chance to meet Vito a few years ago when my mom moved into the same assisted living. What a great guy! I wish you an easy grief and great memories. This is truly a new chapter in your family's story. All my best - Hollie and Flora
From : Richard Schrock
To : Vito Checchio
Date: March 3rd 2026

I will miss Vito, he was not only a good friend over many years but he was well recognized as an expert in healthcare finance and Medicare rules and regulations. He was always committed
to helping people and the community. He was one of the most outgoing person that I have ever known. He made friends with everyone he met.
We will miss Vito and his outgoing approach to life.
Dick (DickeyPoo per Vito) Schrock
From : Matt Snyder
To : Checchio Family
Date: March 13th 2026

Sorry I missed the services, live in Texas now. My Dad was one of his biggest fans and buddies. Like you, I miss those old dudes! Please know we are thinking of you and will celebrate his life!!! Matt & Lynn Snyder along with Lisa and Michelle.
From : Sylvia DeVictor Dupre
To : Family of Vito Checchio
Date: March 16th 2026

I knew Vito from our early years at Broadview Elementary School. He was a year ahead of me but I remember clearly! My sister lived on Glenn Avenue and I think Vito did to. Nice guy and good to hear of his family! Sympathy and prayers!