Antonio Ranieri's Obituary
Antonio Ranieri of Liverpool, NY, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born in San Sostene, Italy on July 27, 1921 to Francesca Pittelli and Salvatore Ranieri. He served in the Italian Military during WWII. Upon his return, he met the love of his life Antonietta Arena and married in 1950. Antonio immigrated to the US in 1955. He worked at Allied Chemical for 32 years, never turning down a chance to work extra hours to provide for his family. Antonio would give you the shirt off his back and do it with a smile and a laugh.
He leaves behind his wife of 68 years, Antonietta Ranieri; sons, Salvatore of Liverpool and Ben (Taryn) of Boston; daughter, Maria (Gary) Kassel of Syracuse; grandsons, Anthony Ranieri and Brian Kassel (Tuscon), and Massimo Ranieri; granddaughters, Kristina Kassel, Stephanie Ranieri Romagno (Vito), Diana Kassel White (Brandon), and Talia Ranieri; great-grandchildren, Nicola and Teresa Romagno. He is also survived by his sister, Serafina “Mary” Battaglia, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins in the US and Italy.
Antonio and Antonietta cherished their time in Clearwater, FL in the winters with their many wonderful friends, especially Rocco and Antonia Vono.
Thanks to all of the special doctors, nurses, and caregivers that helped with his care and to help ease his pain.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, April 27, 2018 at the THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, followed by a Funeral Mass in celebration of Antonio’s life at 11:00 am in Christ the King Church. Entombment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery Mausoleum. Family and friends may call from 4:00 – 7:00 pm on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at the funeral home, 3401 Vickery Rd. (corner of Buckley Rd.) North Syracuse, NY.
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