Pasquale R. Calenzo

Mr. Pasquale R. “Pat” Calenzo, age 82, of Utica, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with his loving family by his side. Born in Utica on June 12, 1927, Pat was the son of the late Andrew and Angeline (Clemente) Calenzo. He was raised and educated locally. A veteran of the Korean Conflict, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954. On September 10, 1955 he married the former Henrietta “Mary” Ganim with whom he shared 54 years in a loving union. Pat was an honest, devoted, and dear husband to Mary, and a loving and caring brother-in-law. Pat dedicated 38 years of his working life to the New York State Department of Transportation, Canal Division specializing in freight logistics. He enjoyed his many trips along the east coast, including New Jersey, New York, and other coastal sites. During his spare time, he pursued his favorite hobbies of playing bingo and dancing. He was always game for a friendly family round of poker. He was a parishioner of St. Louis Gonzaga Church. Pat is survived by his cherished wife, Henrietta “Mary”; his sister-in-law, Dolores M. “Dee” Ganim; and his sister, Josephine Elias, both of Utica. Survivors also include his nieces and nephews and their families, whom he looked upon as his children, Andrew and Linda Convertino, Dennis and Jennifer Nicotera, Kenneth Elias, Joseph and Elaine Vatalaro, Byron and Angela Elias, Diane Convertino, Barbara Vatalaro, Janice DiFondi, and Patricia and Louis Annino; his great-nieces, great-nephews, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Angeline M. and Angelo J. Convertino, and Philomena and John Nicotera; and his brother-in-law, Byron Elias, Sr. The family is grateful to the Kunkel Ambulance Service for their response and efforts; and the Emergency Room staff at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center for their attention and care. Visitation will be held Sunday (tomorrow) from 2:00-4:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. 932 South St. corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Pat’s prayer service which will commence on Sunday afternoon at 4:00 immediately upon the conclusion of visitation with Chorbishop John D. Faris officiating. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Pasquale R. Calenzo

June 12, 1927 - September 16, 2009