Mrs. Jeanne A. "Ginny" (Cittadino) Sisti

Mrs. Jeanne A. “Ginny” (Cittadino) Sisti, age 69, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 3, 2011 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with her loving family by her side. Born in Utica on July 26, 1941, Jeanne was the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Carnevale) Cittadino. She was raised and educated locally. On September 28, 1969 she married Robert A. Sisti with whom she shared 41 years; the couple enjoyed a special, loving relationship graced with devotion to one another. Ginny was most recently employed at the New York State Office Building at the Newsstand up until her illness. A warm, caring, fun-loving woman, she loved her family which was the most important part of her life. Her love was steadfast and unconditional. She was always available to support her children and grandchildren by being a spectator at their many sporting events. She was always available to root for them and was their biggest fan. For recreation, Ginny enjoyed frequenting casinos throughout the country. She was a parishioner of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Ginny is survived by her husband, Robert; her sons and daughter-in-law, Michael J. Sisti of Utica, Matthew J. and Julie A. Sisti of Marcy, and Robert A. “Robbie” Sisti and fiancée Phyllis Perrotta of Utica; and her grandchildren, Danielle, Nicole and Gianna Sisti, Franca, Gina, Raena, and Joey Perrotta. In addition, she leaves her sisters and brothers-in-law, Phyllis and Douglas Medley of Poland, Mary Margaret and Gus Napoli, and Diane and Robert Fidell, all of Utica, and Roseann and Dennis McShane of FL; her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws, Rose Brindisi, Mary and Anthony Perta, Fay Policelli, and Gloria and Frank Zammiello (Gloria was her best friend and casino companion); her many special friends; and her family canine friend, Maddox. She was predeceased by her sister, Kathy Werthman. The family offers their thanks to Dr. Porus Dhabhar and Dr. Sam Faradyan and their staffs for the care and comfort offered to Jeanne and her family. Visitation will be held Monday from 11:45-12:45 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Jeanne’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Monday afternoon at 1:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where her Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Fr. James Cesta. Entombment will take place in Christ Our Savior Mausoleum at Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South Street, corner of Hammond Ave.

Mrs. Jeanne A. "Ginny" (Cittadino) Sisti

July 26, 1941 - February 3, 2011