Mr. Anthony F. Pandolfo

Mr. Anthony F. Pandolfo, age 83, a longtime Utican currently of New Hartford, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2011 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with the love and support of his family by his side. Born in Utica on May 28, 1927, Anthony was the son of the late Anthony and Eleanor (LaBarbera) Pandolfo. Raised and educated locally, he was a 1945 graduate of T.R. Proctor High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army, Company “E” 60th Infantry, proudly serving his country stationed in the European Theater of Operations. On June 27, 1953 he married the former Marie N. Paciello with whom he shared 58 years; they were a well-matched, inseparable couple who shared the common values of family life and commitment to their sons. A plumber and steamfitter by trade, Anthony worked for Joseph Giruzzi & Son for over 30 years, retiring in 1985. He was a gentleman of his era and he had the pleasure of an expansive career with his first and single employer. He was a man who accepted challenges and responsibilities of his life and was a good provider for the needs of his family. He was set in his convictions and stood by his morals. Overall, he lived a good and humble life. His parenting skill, love for his children, and belief in higher education were obvious in his determination to care for them and provide for their college experience. Some years ago, he built a camp at White Lake, an accomplishment which made him proud of his ability to create a haven with the labor of his own profession, a place of testimony of his skills and a get-a-way for his family in the serenity of the Adirondacks. His hobbies included fishing, photography, woodworking, and pursuing his reputation as an overall Mr. Fix-It. Over the years, Anthony supported his military affiliation as a member of the American Legion Ft. Schuyler Post, as well as a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus 3rd Degree, and the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union #112. He was a parishioner of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish and in earlier years, he and his wife were involved with parish life. Anthony is survived by his wife, Marie; his sons and daughter-in-law, Anthony Pandolfo, and Rocco A. and Rosella Pandolfo, all of New Hartford; his grandchildren, Robert and Nicole Horne, Christina M. Pandolfo and fiancé Mario Garay, Amanda Joan Pandolfo; Anthony Joseph, Louisa Marie, and Rocco Donald Pandolfo; and his great-grandchildren, Jessica, Robert, and Leonard Horne. He also leaves his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws, Gloria Pandolfo, Salvatore D’Amico, and Daniel and Theresa Paciello. He was predeceased by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary and John Granieri, Dolores Pandolfo, Theresa Pandolfo, and Rosalie Y. and Joseph Isgro; his brother, Philip L. Pandolfo; and his sister-in-law, Angela D’Amico. The family is grateful to Dr. Roger Breslow and Dr. Emile Wassel for the attentive care they shared with Anthony. The kindness and genuine compassion shown by the nurses and staff of the ICU at Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center will not be forgotten. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. The Knights of Columbus will perform a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. Anthony’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Friday morning at 9:00 from the funeral home and at 10:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. James Cesta with Military Honors. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Anthony F. Pandolfo

May 28, 1927 - January 31, 2011