Mr. August J. Palmieri

UTICA - We are deeply saddened to announce the untimely passing of our beloved father, August J. Palmieri, who passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023 after nearly completing 100 years on this earth. He was the son of the late Attilio and Mary (Esposito) Palmieri. He was a graduate of T. R. Proctor High School. August served our country with honor and faithfulness in the Pacific Theater from 1943 to 1946 as a Paratrooper in the 11th Airborne Division, the “Angels.” Upon his return to the United States, he married the love of his life, Jennie Colacicco. Together, in a lifetime 76-year union of love and respect, they raised three children, Marlene, Lynne, and Rodney who had predeceased them in 1969. August was a dedicated employee of the former Abelove’s Linen Company, later known as Associated Textile, and then Sketchley Linen Company. His loyalty and dedication to his employment was to be commended and were a true portrait of his character. Beloved associates Tony Barbato, and David Abelove were like sons to him. He always said “when you walk into a room, your reputation precedes you.” August taught his children love and respect by this motto. He always provided stability at home in an old school Italian family environment. He will sadly be missed by his loved ones. August is survived by his beloved wife, Jennie; his daughters and son-in-law, Marlene and Steven Bogner, and Lynne Palmieri. Also, special family members Betsy (Femia) Donovan and Drew; Suzie and Eric Gruchy, Steven Bogner, III and Debbie Bogner, and their families; as well as friends, family, and business associates. August was also predeceased by his siblings and their spouses, Angela and Joseph Furteck, Marie and Joseph Casaletta, and Amadeo “Jim” and Kathleen Palmieri. A special thank you to Michele and Mike at the St. Elizabeth’s Hospital ICU for helping and giving tender loving care during his brief illness. Also, the staff of Live Long at Home run by Ronnie Burnette are to be commended. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 4, 2023 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. For those unable to attend, you may be present virtually at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85210897347. Memorial contributions in August’s honor may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project online at https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org; envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend August’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which well commence on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Church, 1206 Lincoln Ave., Utica. Interment with Military Honors conferred will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery. This story of August’s life was lovingly composed by his daughters, Marlene, and Lynne.

Mr. August J. Palmieri

September 26, 1923 - July 30, 2023