Anthony C. "Nini" Sgroi

Anthony C. “Nini” Sgroi, 85, of Syracuse, passed away peacefully at Upstate University Hospital on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Born in Syracuse, son of the late James V. and Lena (Pennisi) Sgroi, Nini was a 1957 graduate of Christian Brothers Academy, and then attended LeMoyne College. Nini worked alongside his father at J.V. Sgroi Co., Inc. and Acme Acoustical Corporation for over 50 years, serving as president of the company from 1977 until his retirement in 2009. He completed many significant projects in the Central New York Area, among those being Syracuse University Newhouse School, Liverpool High School, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Crouse Hospital, Community General Hospital, Hotel Syracuse, The Jewish Home of CNY, Syracuse Chamber of Commerce, ConMed Corporation in Utica and many schools in Upstate, NY. Nini was an avid golfer and nearly 60-year member of Lakeshore Yacht & Country Club, where he was past president and served on the Board of Directors for many years. He was an avid bowler and member of the Syracuse Bowling Association for more than 25 years. "Nini" made local bowling history during the 1960s when he could be found turning in constant stellar performances on the lanes. In 1968, when a 200 average was a feat in itself, his 210 average was considered amazing. He was the first bowler to win back-to-back Herald Masters titles while winning 17 consecutive matches. He appeared a record 22 times on the local television show "Syracuse Bowls" in 1966. Many Syracusans will remember the overflow crowd at Eastwood Sport Center in 1965 when Nini defeated PBA champion Bob Strampe 792 to 707, including a 300 in his final game. He was a four-time member of the SBA championship team and in 1968, he became the first person in Syracuse bowling history to win the SBA championship in all four events in the same year. Nini was inducted into the Syracuse Bowling Hall of Fame in 1992 and the Greater Syracuse Sports Hall of Fame in 2010 for his accomplishments. Along with his parents, Nini is predeceased by his brother-in-law, Patsy Polimino; and his former spouse, Janet (Albino) Sgroi. He is survived by his son, Anthony J. (Kimberly) Sgroi; his three grandchildren, Natalie (Justin) Capoto, Anthony “AJ” Sgroi, and Julianna Sgroi; step-grandchildren, Heather (James) Ranalli, and USN Petty Officer Nicholas Goudy; step-great-grandchildren, James, Arabella, and Allaria Ranalli; his sisters, Carol Polimino, and Rosemarie (Michael) Colagiovanni; brother-in-law, Anthony Bocola; nieces, Marlyse (Tom) Pirro, Jr., and Meredith (Justin) Price; nephews, Christopher (Mary) Polimino, and Michael (Erin) Colagiovanni; along with many great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. Calling hours will take place on Monday, October 28, 2024, from 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M., at the THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, followed by a funeral service in celebration of Nini’s life at 12:30 P.M. at the funeral home, 3401 Vickery Rd. (Corner of Buckley Rd.) Syracuse, NY 13212. Nini will be laid to rest in Woodlawn Cemetery Mausoleum. Anthony would like to thank Dr. Shepherd at Upstate University Hospital, the doctors and staff at St. Joseph's Hospital, as well as Nini’s caretakers, Vanessa, Trish, Alex, Patti, and Debbie for their care and compassion throughout the past two years. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nini’s memory may be made to the Francis House or Hospice of Central New York.

Anthony C. "Nini" Sgroi

July 16, 1939 - October 22, 2024