Mr. Libero "Babe" Siciliano

Mr. Libero “Babe” Siciliano, age 86, of Utica, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2016 in the comfort of his home. Born in Utica on October 31, 1929, Libero was the son of the late Benardo “Ben” and Agnes (Farda) Siciliano. He was raised and educated locally. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Babe was assigned stateside posts during his military service. He remained in contact with fellow veterans through his membership in the Disabled American Veterans Post #82. A self-employed roofing and painting contractor, Babe operated his own business serving the Utica area. In addition, he was under contract to Griffiss Air Force Base to handle snow removal at the base, a responsibility he fulfilled every winter from 1965 until his retirement in 1992. Babe was a generous soul who honored family and friendships with much regard. For those who remember this comical man, you would also know of his great storytelling skills and his diverse conversational ability. He truly was a peacemaker and often advised his family to cherish one another. A believer who honored his Catholic faith, Babe was a communicant of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Babe is survived by his nieces and nephews, including Russell Spina, Jr., John Siciliano, Russell and Barbara Siciliano, Al Siciliano, Mark Siciliano, Francine and Charles Reppel, Donna Shaffer, Arlene and Bill Pertrowitz, Joseph, and John Zarrelli; his great-nieces, especially Tammy; great-nephews, and cousins, Jim, John, Bob, Richard, and Thomas Farda and their families. A note of gratitude is extended to dear friends who he regarded as family; Pricilla Bacon, and her son Jeremy, and Patricia Bianco; they were truly friends in times of need. He was predeceased by his brothers and sisters-in-law, John Siciliano, a casualty of the “Battle of the Bulge” during World War II whose body was never recovered, Bernard and Marion Siciliano, and Louis and Mary Siciliano; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Mary and Russell Spina, and Libera “Libby” and Ascanio “Scotty” Zarrelli. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Babe’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Friday afternoon at 12:00 from the funeral home and at 1:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. James Cesta with Military Honors conferred. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Libero "Babe" Siciliano

October 31, 1929 - April 3, 2016