Mr. Peter A. Lazzaro

Mr. Peter A. Lazzaro, age 66, of Utica, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 19, 2010 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with his devoted family by his side. Born in Utica on December 17, 1943, Peter was the son of the late Peter and Philomena (Vertucci) Lazzaro. Raised and educated locally, he was a graduate of T. R. Proctor High School. On July 12, 1969 he wed the former Carole A. Andrisani with whom he shared 41 years in a loving marriage that was focused on the care of their family. Peter enjoyed his 35 years of employment as the former manager of Parkway Drugs, the position from which he retired. A strong-willed man who possessed an exemplary work ethic, he was a good provider for his loved ones. At home, Peter always enjoyed a well-prepared meal with family and friends. He was a parishioner of St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church. Peter is survived by his wife, Carole, who was always so supportive; his daughters and sons-in-law, Gina L. and Robert T. “Bob” Malinowski of Yorkville, and Shelly A. and Derek A. Muller of Syracuse; and his granddaughter, Alyssa Malinowski, who Peter affectionately called “The Baby”. Survivors also include his sisters and brother-in-law, Chiarine and Robert Novak of Clinton, Mary Jane Malta of Herkimer, and Joyce Lazzaro of Utica; his brother and sister-in-law, Nicholas and Eleanor Lazzaro of Frankfort; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins; mother-in-law, Wanda Andrisani of Utica; sister-in-law, Debra J. Carcone of CT; and all the friendships made over the years, especially those at Parkway Drugs. He was predeceased by his brother, Lou “#4” Lazzaro; and his father-in-law, Victor E. Andrisani. The family extends sincere appreciation to Dr. Emile Wassel, and the staffs of the Emergency Department and Critical Care Unit at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center for their kindness and compassion. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00-8:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Peter’s funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Friday afternoon at 12:00 noon from the funeral home and at 1:00 at St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place in St. Stanislaus & Casmir Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Peter A. Lazzaro

December 17, 1943 - July 19, 2010