John Sasso Sr.

September 7, 1925 - February 19, 2012

John J Sasso Sr., 86, of Colonie, beloved husband for 58 years of Catherine Sasso,died suddenly after a brief illness on February 19, 2012, in Connecticut. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Donata Sasso. John served his country in the US Army from 1954-1956. He was employed many years by Tobin Packing Company and Albany Savings Bank until he retired in 1991. He was the loving father of Kathryn (Dr. Robert) Graziadei of Farmington, CT., JoAnn Campbell of Guilderland, Lori (Nicholas) Morrell III of Colonie, and John Sasso Jr of Colonie. He was the cherished grandfather of Dustin, Chelsey and Ian Campbell, and Jenna Graziadei. He will be deeply missed by all. He is survived by his siblings Jane Bendetti, Grace Thornton, and Michael Sasso, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his siblings Mary Burns, Elizabeth Navarro, Pauline DiPietro, Angelo and Leonard Sasso. John will always be remembered for his keen sense of humor and love of “painting”. He loved to tell a funny story that brought smiles to all. John also looked forward to his walks at the Crossings. The Sasso family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Reservoir Care and Rehabilitation Center in West Hartford, Ct. for their incredible care. Funeral services Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited and may call Thursday after 9:00 a.m. at the Lasak & Gigliotti Funeral Home, now located at 208 North Allen Street, Albany. Interment St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice in John’s memory. To leave the family a special message on their guest book, obtain a prayer card, directions, light a candle or view other helpful services, please visit www.LGFuneralHome.com