Mr. Mario Faraoni

UTICA - Mr. Mario Faraoni, age 85, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016 at the Heritage Health Care Center with his loving family at his side. Mario was born on September 8, 1932 in Sgurgola, a graceful Italian village in the Province of Frosinone, just southeast of Rome. He was the son of the late Antonio and Assunta (Graziani) Faraoni. He was raised and educated in Italy, and in 1970 he immigrated to the United States by himself to establish a new life in America. On November 28, 1987 he married the former Serafina “Anna” E. Russo with whom he shared 28 years; their lives were enhanced by their love and devotion to one another. Mario was a master in his craft as a Baker and Pastry Chef at the Florentine Party Shop, a career that he enjoyed until his retirement in 2007. Mario was generous of heart and hand with a kind word to share and time enough to help others. He never said no. He was a humble man who took an interest in the wellbeing of those he came across on his path in life. He was very spiritual and devoted to his Catholic faith. He was a parishioner of St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish. Mario is survived by his wife, Serafina; his many nieces, especially acknowledging his niece Carmine and Mike Cappelli of Utica; nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws Maria C. and Alfio Faro, and Josephine Russo. He was favored by many special friends, with special mention of John Plado, Carmella Caruso and the Caruso family, and Linda Romano. He was predeceased by two brothers; and his in-laws, Carmen Russo, and John Russo. The family is grateful to the nurses and staff of the Heritage Health Care Center for their care and compassion during Mario’s stay. The family will honor and commemorate Mario’s life at a private time. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Monday morning, April 25, 2016 at 11:00 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. James Cesta. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the Mass. Entombment will take place in Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum at Holy Trinity Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Mario Faraoni

September 8, 1932 - April 15, 2016