Mr. Richard P. "Dick" Trombetta

WHITESBORO - Mr. Richard P. “Dick” Trombetta, age 88, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2017 at the Abraham House with his loving family by his side. Born in Utica on August 20, 1929, Richard was the son of the late Frank and Theresa Rose (Mallace) Trombetta. He was raised and educated in Utica and as a young man he attended the Utica Trade School. In 1952 he was married to the former Marie Perritano and from that relationship came his three daughters. Marie passed away on October 27, 1974. He was blessed with a second union when he wed the former Michaelene “Micky” Sadowski on September 4, 1976 and shared with her a loving union for over 40 years. At one time, Dick held a driver’s position with the Utica Transit Authority. He later worked for J. B. Witte Plumbing located on Varick Street and later at the Thomas Mulvihill Plumbing & Heating Company. Dick subsequently ventured into his own business as the owner and operator of Richard P. Trombetta Plumbing in Sylvan Beach, NY. Lastly, he worked at the PA Leone & Sons Plumbing & Heating Company in Syracuse, the position from which he retired. Dick enjoyed betting on the horses and meeting up with pals at the OTB. He looked forward to summers spent at Lake George and Saratoga, and during his spare time, he loved bowling and playing cards. He was an avid NY Giants football fan. He was proud of his position as President of the Mt. Carmel Little League and devoted his time and efforts to help the youth of the area. Richard is survived by his wife, Micky; his daughters, Mary Ellen Sigbieny, and Joanne Trombetta, both of Utica, and Paula Jean Trombetta of New York Mills; his grandchildren, John A. Sigbieny Jr., and Merissa Sigbieny and their father, John Sigbieny, Sr.; and his sister, Yolanda Mesagna of Utica. He also leaves his nieces, nephews, especially acknowledging Michael J. Voce who was like a son to him; great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, in-laws, Doris Trombetta, Virginia and John Voce, and John and Florence Sadowski. He was predeceased by his brother, Rudolph “Rudy” Trombetta; and his sister, Dorothy E. Macero. In keeping with Dick’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. His family will honor and commemorate his life at a private time. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Richard’s funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Saturday morning at 11:00 at St. Joseph & St. Patrick Church where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. Anthony P. LaFache. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of Mass. By family request please omit floral offerings. Interment will take place in Holy Trinity Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Richard P. "Dick" Trombetta

August 20, 1929 - November 5, 2017