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Teacher and Employee
Memorial Listings
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Michael, born in Italy and came to the USA in 1927, is the father of Phil Zampino. Michael worked for Zampino`s Drum Shop/School of Music, PAZ Percussion/PAZ Publishing and Drummers Distribution, in shipping/receiving for many years. He was the Supervisor-in-charge of all incoming and outgoing shipments. He shipped merchandise to customers all around the world, and took great pride in making sure the customer always received the correct merchandise without damage. Michael had a great deal of fun with his grandkids, Phillip Jr., Deana, Anjanette and Michael when he worked at the Drum Shop. He often teased them by boxing them up and telling them he was going to ship them somewhere. He very much enjoyed attending the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchant) Convention Shows at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. Both Michael and Helen came from hard working Italian families with high morals and impeccable character. They taught heir children Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Courtesy, Tolerance, Fairness, Compassion, Cooperation, Commitment and the LOVE OF MUSIC. More importantly they both lived their lives the same way. It is because of these two beloved Italians (Michael and Helen Zampino), that many students and customers, around the world have benefited musically by Zampino`s Drum Shop/School of Music and The PAZ Music Businesses. It is through their LOVE OF MUSIC, which was passed down through their offspring, Benjamin, Carol, Phillip and Anita, that many people have been touched by the joy of music. How many lives have they affected by their love of music trickling down through their offspring and through others? My guess is MILLIONS! Two hard working beloved Italians simply loved music and at the same time gave that same love of music to millions of people without knowing they were doing it. Their contribution to this life and this world has been great. |
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Bill Roth
1944-2000
Bill was born in Akron, Ohio and was a life-long resident of Ellet, graduating as president of his high school class in 1961. Bill was a well-known drummer and teacher who had been entertaining the Akron-Canton area for the past 43 years before unexpectedly passing away on July 29, 2000.
Beginning with The Caps in 1958, his name first became associate with many of the mainstream jazz players in Akron in the 60`s including, Jack Faller Trio, Modern Swing Quartet, The Counterpoints, Danny Mazzocco Quarter, The Leftovers with Eddie Pauloucci at Tangiers, The Potpourri, and Vince DiDato Trio. Then came Spectrum at Embers II followed by Akron`s popular Dogs-n-Kids. Some varied work included The All Night Strut Stage Show, ten years with the annual Ebony Fashion Show, The Kleveland Klezmorum, The Joe Rizzi Trio, and All The Jazz, at the Zoar Hotel.
Bill loved playing for weddings and making brides feel special while he played 9 years with Lou Ciriano. He was the leader of his calypso-latin band, akimbo, which included his wife, Debbie, and son, Dylan, which has performed in Northeast Ohio since 1985. He also performed with his son, Will, in MO SHAMBO, and at many Hippie Fests. From 1998 until 2000, Bill led his popular Mostly Blues Band at Benito`s Café on Wednesday nights, and his Gumbo Band at the Cabana Club in Alliance, Ohio on weekends. Students across the area will remember Bill from performing with Akimbo in the area public school systems.
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