Dolores A. (Asselta) Fabbio

Mrs. Dolores A. (Asselta) Fabbio, age 72, of Utica, passed away on Friday, May 25, 2007. Born on October 4, 1934, Dolores was the daughter of the late Daniel, Sr. and Maria Rose (Trivigno) Asselta. Raised and educated locally, she continued her education at the Utica School of Commerce. In 1954 she married Anthony T. Fabbio. In this union she knew the blessing of wonderful years of great family life. Dolores’ employment years began at the New York State Unemployment office. She subsequently worked at the Utica Water Board, and retired from the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) as assistant secretary to the funds manager. Dolores adored and cherished her entire family. Her ability to be unconditional with her love, talents, and concerns was often amazing. Style, grace, and dignity were her hallmarks, and her children adored her as a wonderful example of motherhood. She firmly believed that her children and grandchildren were the greatest accomplishments in her life. Among her other attributes, she was an avid and voracious reader. Her retirement years were highlighted by her winter trips to Florida. Deeply spiritual, Dolores’ faith in her God was her guiding light. She also had an abiding devotion to the Sacred Heart and the Blessed Mother, and was a faithful parishioner of St. Anthony of Padua Church, where she attended the 12 noon Mass as a daily ritual. She also participated for many years in the St. Anthony’s Novena, and prepared food for parish festivals. Dolores is survived by her husband of 53 years, Anthony “Bull”; her daughter and son-in-law, Donna M. and David A. Guido of Utica; her son, Anthony T. Fabbio, Jr. of Utica and Diane Sterling; and her grandchildren, Lindsay A. Guido, and David A. Guido III, and Anthony T. Fabbio, Daniel J. Fabbio, and their mother Linda. Always close to her heart was her granddaughter, Alyssa Marie who passed away in infancy. Also surviving are her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins; her in-laws, Angeline Asselta, Marian Daniels, and Thomas Fabbio. Dolores also was so fond of her daughter’s dog, “Dudley”. She was blessed with many friendships during the years, but her greatest pleasures came from family gatherings, especially with Phyllis Guido who she loved like a sister. She was predeceased by her brothers and sister-in-law, John A. and Helen Asselta, Dan Daniels, and Rocco A. Asselta. Dolores truly adored her brothers and honored their memory until her last day. The family expresses appreciation to Dr. Sultana Razia, the nurses of St. Luke’s Oncology Dept., and all the caring people who aided Dolores during her difficult moments. Thanks also to her physicians, especially Dr. Thomas Lorre and the staff of 7 East at Roswell Park in Buffalo for their exceptional concept of care with personal touches. They are truly remarkable people. Visitation will be held Tuesday (today) from 4:00 – 7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. Dolores’ funeral service will commence on Wednesday morning at 9:30 from the funeral home and at 10:30 at St. Anthony of Padua Church where her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place at Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Dolores A. (Asselta) Fabbio

October 4, 1934 - May 25, 2007