Michael A. Marzullo Sr.'s Obituary
Michael A. Marzullo, Sr., 86, of Cicero was called to his creator early on Saturday morning. He was born in Syracuse, New York to the late Thomas and Mary (Ventre). Mike left school early at the age of 16 to join the National Guard. Then, at 17, he proudly served his county in the United States Marine Corps, earning the rank of Sargent. Shortly after leaving the marines, Mike married his childhood sweetheart Dorothy (Ware). They celebrated their 64th anniversary this year. Mike retired from Niagara Mohawk as a supervisor with 40 years of service.
In his spare time, Mike loved watching his many grandchildren's athletic events, working in his garden, on his home and nurturing his fruit trees. For years, Mike and his wife enjoyed opening their home to their extended family to celebrate Christ on the eve of his birth.
Michael is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Dorothy J. (Ware) Marzullo; his four sons, Michael (Cheryl) Marzullo of Amsterdam, NY, Ralph (Vicky) Marzullo of Cicero, Mark (Melissa) Marzullo of North Syracuse and David Marzullo of Kirkville; daughter-in-law, Nancy; six grandchildren, Joseph (Lindsay), Nicholas, Michael (Stacy), Jennifer (Adam), Michele (Dan), and Mark; six great grandchildren, Frankie, Giada, Nina and expectant Adalyn and identical twins; sisters–in–law, Carmella, Irene, Shirley; brother-in-law, John; dear friend, Dorothy Spinella; and beloved K9 family member, Eva; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 9:00 AM at the THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME, followed by a Funeral Mass in celebration of Michael’s life at 10:00 AM in Sacred Heart Church in Cicero. Entombment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, DeWitt. Family and friends may call from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM on Monday, August 22, 2016 at the funeral home, 3401 Vickery Rd. (corner of Buckley Rd.) North Syracuse, NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities of Syracuse, 527 N. Salina St., Syracuse, NY 13208.
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