Salvatore Peter Maiorana

Monterey, CA – Salvatore Peter Maiorana, 85, peacefully passed away on February 7, 2025, in Monterey, CA. Born on September 18, 1939, to Salvatore and Leonora (Onorato) Maiorana, he was a lifelong resident of the area.

Salvatore attended Monterey High School, where he excelled as an athlete in football, basketball, and track and field. Growing up in a fishing family, he spent much of his youth on the ocean, fishing with his father and relatives. He later became a general building contractor, specializing in custom homes across the Monterey Peninsula.

In his later years, Salvatore continued to enjoy sport fishing on Monterey Bay, always in pursuit of "the big one." He also cherished family trips, including camping, skiing, and vacations to Europe and Hawaii.

Salvatore is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Patricia, three daughters: Cathy (David) Wada of Stateline, NV, Joyce (Jack) Karavelas of Saugus, Massachusetts, and Sally (Mark) Maiorana of New Boston, New Hampshire; and two sons, Salvatore Maiorana Jr. of Camarillo, CA, and Vince (Vanessa) Maiorana of Carmel, CA. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Paul and Marc Wada, William and James Maiorana, William Petto, and great-granddaughters Jaime and Emma Wada as well as his sister, Joanne Parent of Monterey, and numerous relatives and dear friends.

Salvatore was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Anita Ferrante, Teresa Davis, Phyllis Genovese, and his twin brother, Michael.

In accordance with his wishes, no services will be held.