Michele "Michael" Maggio

Mr. Michele “Michael” Maggio, age 89, formerly of South St., Utica, and currently of Holland Patent, passed away on Monday, April 30, 2007, at the St. Elizabeth Medical Center after a brief illness. Born in Utica on November 21, 1917, Michael was the son of the late Santo and Rosa (Turri) Maggio. He was raised locally and was a graduate of Utica Free Academy. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he proudly served his country with the 4th Infantry Division Band, stationed in the European, African, and Middle Eastern Theaters of Operation. On July 5, 1947 he married the former Anna Intino with whom he shared a loving and devoted union of 29 years until her passing on November 9, 1976. At one time, Michael owned and operated a local tavern on Blandina and Albany Streets. For many years he was under the employ of Griffiss Air Force Base as an aircraft refueler, a position from which he retired. Concurrently, he was involved with the operation of his family’s concern, Parkway Gardens and the A&W Root Beer Shop. A local talented and gifted drummer, he played with many various local bands and musicians including the Tony Rogers Orchestra, a family endeavor. He was also a member of the White Band, and the Mohawk Valley Musicians’ Association Local #51. An energetic and dedicated man, Michael’s life revolved around his family and their needs. He was active in his sons’ activities, and when his children took an interest in a hobby or sport, he would verse himself in it so he would be able to help and benefit his boys. Learning to ski was one such venture. He did whatever he could to bring his family forward and enjoy life with them. He was a communicant of St. Anthony of Padua Church. Michael is survived by his son, Samuel M. “Sam” Maggio and his fiancée Angela Rutkowski of Ocean City, MD; he cherished the memory of his beloved daughter, Rose Marie, who passed away in infancy; his sons and daughter-in-law, Michael A. and Paula Maggio of Utica, John A. Maggio of Ocean City, MD, and Anthony M. Maggio of Holland Patent, NY with whom he most recently resided. Also surviving are his grandchildren, twins Michael and Paul Maggio both of New York City, Marisa Ann Maggio, BreeAnna L. Maggio, and John M. Maggio, all of Utica, and their mother Linda Maggio of Utica, and Kayla AnnMarie Maggio, Anthony T. Maggio, and Brandon M. Maggio, all of Holland Patent; his sisters-in-law, Isabel “Beba” Maggio of FL, Helen Maggio of Frankfort, and Lena Buck of Utica; his brother-in-law, Mario Intino of Las Vegas; his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws. He was predeceased by his daughter-in-law, Lynn Maggio in 1996; his sisters and brother-in-law, Livia Maggio, and Palma “Polly” and Frank Carlo; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Frank Maggio, John and Jeanette Maggio, Joe and Concetta “Jessie” Maggio, Daniel and Alice Maggio, and Nicholas M. Maggio; and his in-laws, Frances Houle, and John Intino, Jr. Michael’s sons and family wish to thank Anthony, his youngest son and his children Kayla, Anthony, and Brandon for their unending love and dedication, and his care and concern for his Dad. Visitation will be held Friday (today) from 4:00 – 7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Michael’s funeral will commence on Saturday at 10:30 from the funeral home and at 11:30 at St. Anthony of Padua Church with Military Honors. Interment will take place at Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Michele "Michael" Maggio

November 21, 1917 - April 30, 2007