Albert Capozzi, Sr.

Albert Capozzi, Sr., 87, of Williamsville, NY, formerly of Buffalo, NY and in his earlier years, Meadville, passed away Monday, February 11, 2013 at Millard Suburban Hospital, Williamsville, NY.
Albert was born in Meadville on January 13, 1926, a son of the late Anthony and Josephine (Miele) Capozzi.
He married Mary B. LaBruzzo who preceded him in death on October 25, 2009.
Albert was a devoted and longtime member of Holy Angels Church, Buffalo, NY, where he volunteered his time with numerous church functions.
After 20 years of service, Albert retired as a Millwright from General Motors, Tonawanda Plant. A graduate of Meadville High School, Albert also attended college. A US Navy Veteran during WW II, Albert served his country from April 12, 1944 until his honorable discharge on May 20, 1946. He served on the USS Randolph as a Firefighter. He was the recipient of the Pacific Theatre Ribbon with three stars, the American Theatre Ribbon, the Victory Medal and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon.
While living in Meadville, Albert was a member and former president of the Italian Civic Club (ICC). He enjoyed watching both college and professional football especially Notre Dame and the Buffalo Bills. For many years, Albert also enjoyed golfing and had won many local golf tournaments in the Meadville area. While living in Buffalo, NY, Albert and his wife received the City of Buffalo Mayors House Beautification Award for their lovely home on the corner of Jersey and Fargo. He and Mary also received the Community Leader Award as well as the Italian-American Community Honor for the 'true meaning of faith and family' This honor was earned and evidenced by the steadfast devotion to their son, Anthony, who served over 22 years in prison for rape, a crime he never committed. After 22 years of incarceration, he was exonerated and released after DNA proved him innocent. The unwavering faith in God displayed by Albert and family was without end. The family was featured in many news stories for their testament of faith.
Albert is survived by five children Sharyn Miller and her husband William, Anthony Capozzi, Kathleen Jeras, Pamela Guenther and her husband Mark, Albert Capozzi, Jr., nine grandchildren Gina OKussick and her husband Michael, Dawn Marie Townsell and her husband Christopher, Nicole Jeras, Meagan Miller, Leah Costanzo and her husband Dennis, Hubert Jeras, Mark Guenther, Jr., Martin Jeras, Sarah Guenther, six great-grandchildren Charles Ricci, Danielle Ricci, Grace Townsell, Jack Townsell, Amber OKussick, Cole Costanzo, brother-in-law Norman 'Corky' LaBruzzo and his wife Marie, two sisters-in-law Linda GiGante and her husband Raymond, Rose LaBruzzo, several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his beloved wife, Mary of 57 years, Albert was preceded in death by three sisters Mary Deletta 'Dorothy' Nuzzulo, Anna Barco, Carmella LaPuma, two brothers John and Michael Capozzi, a brother-in-law Gus LaBruzzo.
Family and friends are invited to call on Friday from 3-7 at Stephen P. Mizner Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 404 Chestnut St., Meadville, where a scripture service will be conducted at 6:30 PM.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary of Grace Roman Catholic Church, 1085 Water St., Meadville, at 10:00 AM on Saturday, February 16, 2013 with Fr. Marc Solomon, Pastor, officiating.
Interment with Full Military Honors by VFW Post #2006 will take place in St. Brigid Cemetery, West Mead Twp.
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