Survived by his sister Frances Russo and cousins Rose (Pat), Coduto and Joseph Conduto. He enjoyed flying pigeons, gardening, the outdoors, horse racing and loved to play the Arizona Lottery. He worked for Steinway Piano Company for 10 years where he made the piano legs and sounding boards. He was a member of St. Jeromes Catholic Church for 30 years. He will be deeply missed and loved. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 27th, 2012 from 6-8 pm. Funeral services Wednesday, November 28th, 2012 at 2:00 pm at St. Jerome Catholic Church. Interment St. John's Cemetery, New York.