Peter J. Carparelli

Mr. Peter J. Carparelli, age 91, a lifelong Utican, passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2005, at the Presbyterian Home for CNY where he had been currently residing. Born in Utica on September 3, 1914, Peter was the son of the late Nicholas and Louise (Dell'Aquilla) Carparelli. He was raised and educated locally. On October 1, 1977 he married the former Frances J. Kozlowski. Deeply devoted to one another, Pete and Frances were a happy, loving, and contented couple. Their marriage brought youth and vitality into their lives. Mr. Carparelli was the founder, president, and C.E.O. of Carparelli Brothers, Inc., manufacturers of and dealers in builders' supplies and materials, a company that he co-owned and operated with his brothers, Raymond and Daniel. He retired in 1978. Dedicated to the welfare of the local community, Mr. Carparelli belonged to many civic, commercial, and charitable groups. He was a member of the Board of Directors for the Savings Bank of Utica, for Utica Mutual Insurance Co., for Utica National Life, and for the Utica Industrial Development Corp. He has also served on the Boards of Directors of the National Alliance of Businessmen. After retiring from the chairmanship of the board of Blue Cross and Blue Shield, he continued to serve on the Executive Board of the organization. He is a past director of the Partnership for Progress and a past member of the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce. In 1983 he was elected to the Graphic Arts Board. In addition, Pete was a member of the Masonic Lodge, the Yahnundasis Golf Club, the Fort Schuyler Club, and the Izaak Walton League. He was a communicant of Holy Trinity Church. Deeply dedicated to the goals and values of the Boy Scouts of America, Pete supported and participated in various leadership roles in that organization, both locally and on the national scene. He was a past President of the Upper Mohawk Council, Boy Scouts of America and also newly merged Land of the Oneidas Council, BSA. In recognition of his untiring efforts on behalf of local scouting, especially during the years of his presidency, he received a Resolution of Appreciation from the scouts, scouters, and Executive Board of the Upper Mohawk Valley. In addition, his contributions to scouting have had a much wider range than just his local activities: he also belonged to and was active with the regional organization and the National Boy Scout Council. He was a Vice President of the area committee, Northeast Region, and a member-at-large of the National Council. His leadership in scouting has earned him the Silver Beaver, Silver Antelope, and St. George Emblem. Truly his contributions to the Boy Scouts of America and to the youth of our area are immeasurable. In 1975, Mr. Carparelli was honored as the Mohawk Valley's "Industrial Man of the Year," and in 1981 he earned the Comity Club of Utica's Outstanding Achievement Award for his industrial and civic accomplishments, and for his dedication to young people. He also holds an honorarium from Boys Town of Italy. Mr. Carparelli is survived by his wife, Frances; a daughter and son-in-law, Sharon (Kozlowski) and Daniel Gavin of Scarborough, NY; a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Carol Kozlowski of Findlay, OH; his grandchildren, Patrice Burton, Amy Taylor, John Kozlowski, Lauren Gavin, and Chelsea Gavin; and six great-grandchildren. His survivors also include a sister, Molly Notaro of Utica; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins; and his lifelong and closest friend, Joe Valente. He was predeceased by a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Louise and Joseph A. Cardarelli; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Raymond John and Ergia M. "Gia" Carparelli, and Daniel M. and Lucy Carparelli; and his brother-in-law, Peter Notaro. The family extends its deepest appreciation to the nurses and staff at the Presbyterian Home for CNY for the outstanding care and compassion offered to Pete and his loved ones. Visitation will be held on Thursday afternoon (today) from 4-7 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St. corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial donations in Pete's honor to the Boy Scouts of America; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Mr. Carparelli's funeral will commence on Friday morning at 8:00 from the funeral home and at 9:00 at Holy Trinity Church where his Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Entombment will take place in the Resurrection Chapel Mausoleum.

Peter J. Carparelli

September 3, 1914 - December 11, 2005