Mr. Prosper D. Nuccio

Mr. Prosper D. Nuccio, age 88, of Utica, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2011, after a brief illness at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center with the love and support of his family by his side. Born in Utica on March 2, 1923, Prosper was the son of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Gaetano) Nuccio. He was raised and educated locally. A proud veteran of World War II, he honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps. On November 2, 1946 he married the love of his life, the former Rose Schavone; together they shared a blessed union of 64 years graced with commitment and devotion to their family. A self-made businessman, Prosper was the president of the family business that he founded in 1965, Chamberlin of Utica, a home improvement company that he operated with his wife and son until August 2010. Prosper was a praiseworthy husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and his family was the most important part of his life. He loved fishing and spending time with his family at their camp on Oneida Lake. He also looked forward to spending the winter months at their home in Kissimmee, Florida. He enjoyed dining once a week and drawing his luck at the slot machines at Turning Stone Casino. He was also a self-taught woodworking craftsman, spending hours in his workshop creating wonderful handmade articles. He was a member of the Sons of Italy Lodge #2054, the American Legion, and at one time, the Moose Lodge. He was a parishioner of the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes. Prosper is survived by his wife Rose; his daughter and son-in-law, Betty and Nick Buneo of Westmoreland; and his son, Jeffrey Vosler of Colorado. Always close to his heart was the memory of his son, Gerald “Jerry” Nuccio, who preceded him in death on August 26, 2010. He also leaves behind his grandchildren and their spouses, Renee and Frank DeAngelo, Brandy and Scott Rowan, Prosper J. Nuccio, Melissa and Chris Green, and Gerald Nuccio, Jr.; and his great-grandchildren who he adored so much, Marina DeAngelo, Anthony DeAngelo, and Chloe Rowan. In addition, he leaves his sister, Mary DesJardins of FL; his brother and sister-in-law, Dominick “Mimi” and Yolanda Nuccio of Rome, NY; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws, Nettie Nuccio, and Sam Schavone; and friends Dolores Urgo and her son Michael, and Tom and Lucy Talerico. He was predeceased by his brother, Sam Nuccio, and his lifelong friend, Michael Urgo. Prosper’s family will honor and commemorate his life in a private gathering. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend his funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Thursday morning at 10:00 at the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered with Military Honors. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of the service. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave.

Mr. Prosper D. Nuccio

March 2, 1923 - March 26, 2011