Mr. Louis A. Migliaccio

UTICA - Mr. Louis A. Migliaccio, age 98, passed away on Friday, February 8, 2019 at the Katherine Luther Residential Health Care & Rehabilitation Center with his son Paul by his side. Born in Utica on May 13, 1920, Louis was the son of the late Thomas and Antoinette (Tadesco) Migliaccio. He was a graduate of T.R. Proctor High School and continued his education at NYS Institute of Applied Arts & Sciences (MVCC). A member of the Greatest Generation, Louis was a proud veteran of the United States Navy during WWII where he honorably served his country as a US Navy Pharmacist’s Mate 1st Class. He was stationed at the US Naval Training Station (USNTS Sampson) in Lake Seneca NY where he took part in setting up the base dispensary. He also served at the USNH (United States Naval Hospital) in Brooklyn and the St. Albans Naval Hospital in Long Island. He actively served and saw action in the Pacific Theater of Operations on USS LST 278 and USS LST 706 as the ships’ Pharmacist’s Mate. On September 3, 1949 he married the former Muriel A. Rettman with whom he shared nearly 62 years prior to her passing on August 25, 2011. Their love bonded them to a life that revolved around their children in a loving, nurturing home. Louis began his career at the Bendix Corporation in the Quality Control division. He later held a position at the General Electric Company in Quality Control. For the remainder of his work years Louis owned various restaurants and retail sporting goods stores. For Louis, family came first and he was a good father and provider. He was so happy that his five sons chose successful careers, and that he was blessed with 62 years of a good life with a wonderful wife who he admired. Louis enjoyed camping around the St. Lawrence River region and the Adirondacks, especially Piseco Lake. His pastimes included reading books about history, and mysteries. He was a master gardener and was proud of his tomatoes. His backyard was his personal garden where he often grew 3 pound plus tomatoes! He had the touch, and he was so proud of the crops he cultivated and shared them with friends and neighbors. Louis was a member of the Knights of Columbus and at one time a communicant of St. Anthony & St. Agnes Church. Louis is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Paul A. Migliaccio who was a primary caregiver for his dad, David A. and Ruth Migliaccio, John A. and Donna Migliaccio, James A. and Sharon Migliaccio, and Mark A. Migliaccio; seven grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren. He also leaves his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his siblings and their spouses, Anthony and Clara Migliaccio, Elvira Kenlock, and Mary and Chuck Gocek. The family is grateful to the staff of Katherine Luther Residential Health Care for the care rendered to Louis during his stay with them. A Memorial Gathering will be held Saturday afternoon from 3:00-4:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Louis' Celebration of Life which will commence immediately upon the conclusion of the Memorial Gathering at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home officiated by Pastor David Ossenfort with Military Honors conferred by the U.S. Navy. Inurnment will take place in Christ Our Savior Mausoleum at Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Louis A. Migliaccio

May 13, 1920 - February 8, 2019