Mr. Romolo Santino Ventura Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

UTICA - Mr. Romolo Santino Ventura, age 72, passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, March 10, 2022, in the comfort and dignity of his home. Romolo was born in Andali, a province of Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy, on July 22, 1949, to the late Luigi and Esther (Grande) Ventura. However, as a young child, Romolo and his family immigrated to the United States, and he was then raised in Utica. Romolo attended Utica schools and went on to serve honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict. At one time, Romolo was married to Marguerite (Florentino) Ventura, and to that marriage came the blessing of four children. He was a devoted family man who was always there for them. Romolo was very protective of his children; in his eyes, they could do no wrong. A gifted mason and carpenter, Romolo worked alongside his brother Ralph, who owned the local N.D. Peters Concrete Company. Together, the two tackled the business’s operations, with Romolo serving as Ralph’s right-hand man and Vice President. They built many local homes as well as other notable projects, such as the Garage of the Utica Parks Department and the water park at Enchanted Forest in Old Forge. Romolo was the first to test out their largest slide “Kilimanjaro”. Romolo was both adventurous and a thrill seeker. In his younger years, Romolo loved cars and was an accomplished Drag Racer. He especially loved driving his favorite car, the Royal Blue Hudson with a 409 engine. Indeed, Romolo had such a talent for driving that he earned numerous trophies from various competitions. Romolo also enjoyed other little adventures, and would often take the children fishing, hiking, and boating. He enjoyed several trips to Florida and spent many summer vacations in Alexandria Bay. He loved to remain active. Additionally, for leisurely fun, Romolo appreciated playing cards with friends at “the joint”. Romolo also enjoyed dining out as often as possible, he valued a good meal and martini. Romolo was a fun-loving man who had a beautiful heart. Romolo is survived by his beloved son, Jamie Ventura; his cherished daughters, Andrea and husband Anthony “Fuji” Faccioli, Erica Ventura and fiancée Van Nelson, Amanda Ventura, and he also leaves behind an additional daughter, Alexa Ventura. Romolo will live on in the hearts of his grandchildren, Santino Faccioli, Anthony Faccioli, Francesco and Amanda Faccioli, Lorenzo Nelson, Jovanni Holmes, and Londyn Holmes; as well as his great-granddaughter, Lila Faccioli. He leaves behind his siblings and their spouses, Ercole Ventura and his late wife Patricia, Tosca and Warren Meola, Carlo Ventura and his partner Gianni Romoli; and he was preceded by his brothers, Dionisio “Nise” Ventura who passed in 2000, and Raffaele “Ralph” Ventura who passed in 2021. Romolo will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. He shared in many special friendships, including with his friend Joe DiPierro who always looked out for him. Romolo was predeceased by his friend, Anthony Fanelli with whom he shared many memories including a trip to Las Vegas to see Elvis. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Cedarbrook in New Hartford, and to those at Claxton Manor at Foltsbrook Center for Senior Living, for their care and compassion. Visitation will be held on Wednesday morning, March 16, 2022 from 9:30-11:00 a.m. at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Romolo's Funeral Service and Celebration of Life, which will commence at 11:00 a.m. from the funeral home and at 12:00 noon at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish, 648 Jay St., where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered with Military Honors conferred.

Mr. Romolo Santino Ventura

July 22, 1949 - March 10, 2022