Mr. Fred J. Mazloom

Mr. Fred J. Mazloom, age 86, passed away on St. Valentine’s Day, Saturday, February 14, 2015 with his loving family by his side. Born in Frackville, Pennsylvania on November 11, 1928, Fred was the son of the late Abdoo “Albert” and Nazha (Zogby) Mazloom. He was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School/Class of 1946. On January 18, 1959 he married Mary (Mikall) Salamy in her home town of Tupper Lake, NY, and shared with her a beautiful, selfless, and committed union of 56 years; they loved each other to the very end. Their marriage was one that exemplified the words “in sickness and in health”. He worked alongside his mother at Mazloom’s Grocery Store located on the corner of Elizabeth and Mohawk Streets, and he then opened a grocery store in Port Leyden. Lastly, he entered into a partnership with his late uncle, Wadih Zogby, operating a grocery store on Herkimer Road until 1972. He was employed by Cogar Corporation, subsequently ICL (International Computers Limited), and also as a Licensed Real Estate Broker. In both his personal and professional life, Fred was a hardworking man who was blessed with strong values, integrity, and compassion. He possessed a pleasant sense of humor and he demonstrated generosity to his family, friends, neighbors, and even strangers – never expecting anything in return. Fred was proud of his Lebanese heritage and its music. He was an honorable and admired husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He wintered in Florida with his Utica friends and took pleasure in traveling, especially on cruises with his wife and friends. But Fred’s greatest treasure and triumph in his life was raising a loving family. As a faithful parishioner of St. Louis Gonzaga Church, Fred was a member of the Holy Name Society, the National Apostolate of Maronites, the American Lebanese Club, and was Chairman of numerous bazaars and festivals. Fred is survived by his devoted wife, Mary; his sons and daughter-in-law, James and Paulette Salamy of New Hartford, and Rev. Deacon Paul A. Salamy of Utica; his daughters and sons-in-law, JoAnne and Michael Hajec of Whitesboro, and Teresa and Scott Wojnas of Utica. Always treasured in his heart was the memory of his daughter-in-law, Mary Susan Salamy, who passed away on February 9, 2000. His legacy will continue through the lives of his grandchildren, Michele and Christopher Anderson, Michael Salamy; James P. Salamy, Joseph P. Salamy, John Paul Salamy; M.J. Hajec, Marissa Hajec; Rachel Wojnas, and Brian Wojnas; and the blessing of his great-granddaughter, Grace Margaret Anderson; and his brothers and sisters-in-law, Paul S. and Gina Mazloom, and Albert S. and Elinor Mazloom. His extended family includes many nieces, nephews, and cousins residing in Utica and Pennsylvania. He was blessed with many wonderful friendships throughout the years with special mention of Dougie Allen and Linda McLeod, both of whom gave exemplary care to Fred. He was predeceased by his sisters, Nabeha Mazloom who passed away in childhood, and Adele Mazloom; and his brother, Richard Mazloom. The family extends thanks to the staff of the St. Joseph Nursing Home. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 3:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. The Prayer of Incense will be offered in Fred’s memory. In lieu of floral offerings, memorial contributions may be considered to the St. Louis Gonzaga Youth Fund; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Fred’s Divine Liturgy of the Faithful Departed which will commence on Wednesday morning at 11:00 at St. Louis Gonzaga Church offered by Chorbishop John D. Faris. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Fred J. Mazloom

November 11, 1928 - February 14, 2015