Philip Luigi Zeppetella

Philip was Born in Pietramalara, Provincia de Caserta, Campania, Italy. He was married to Terri for 47 years. Father of Carlo (Jamie), Dino and Philip. Dad to Steven and Robin.Grandfather to Lia, Aaron, Madi, Jadin, Scarlet, Phoebe, Robert, Tarrah, Darian and Josh.Great Grandfather to Nicolas, Amalia and Philip (coming soon!); and several nephews and nieces.

Preceded in death by his son Robert, parents Paolo and Rosa Zeppetella, siblings Carlo, Louise and Tony.

Worked as a hairstylist at Settimio’s Beauty Salon for over 30+ years with his long time friend and partner Ralph Santalucia. He learned to cut hair at 8 years old and by the age of 10 he was cutting customer’s hair!

He survived WWII as a child and developed a strong sense of survival.

Phil loved to cook, and tend to his roses and vegetable garden. He also went though Word Search books like no tomorrow! He was an avid fan of the Los Angeles Angels since 1954, Soccer, Horse Racing, fishing, playing poker, and dominos. You could find him watching Westerns and Action films any time of the day.

He loved spending time with his nephew David going on fishing trips for many years to taking many road trips to Las Vegas over the years.

He adored his beloved pets Rocky (deceased), Luigi and Khaleesi.

He was a kind and gentle soul who loved his family and friends and was known to help strangers out when they needed a meal.

He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.palmsouthwest.com for the Zeppetella family.