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Salvatore Grauso Obituary

Grauso, Salvatore
Apr. 13, 1915 - Jan. 6, 2013
Salvatore Grauso, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on January, 6th, 2013.
Sal was born in Rutland, VT to Nicola and Louisa Grauso on April 13th, 1915. He was raised in Bulls Head, Staten Island with his sisters and brothers. He started working at a very young age, first working at Ahrend Brothers Farm in New Springfield, Staten Island. In his teen years he was a champion fighter in the Golden Gloves of Marris Harbor, S.I., as well as a champion speed skater. He enrolled and worked for several years in the CCC camps under Roosevelt. He then moved to Alexandria, VA where he secured a job on the crew helping to build the new international airport. Sal loved to dance. While at a dance he met his beautiful wife Juanita. They married and raised 4 beautiful children. Sal moved his family to Ft. Lauderdale, and soon after started his business, Sal's Precast. He loved his work. Known to all for his love for life, generosity and kind heart, Sal made a difference in many lives through the years. He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Juanita, his son, Salvatore, his daughters, Anita and Sandra, his sisters Anna, Lucille, Angie and Tina and his numerous Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 from 1:00-2:00PM at Farley Funeral Home in Venice, Florida. A graveside service will follow at Venice Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Tidewell Hospice House in Sarasota www.tidewell.org. To send condolences visit www.farleyfuneralhome.com.

Published by Herald Tribune from Jan. 8 to Jan. 9, 2013.
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Dearest Dad, you left us only 2 months ago, but we miss you so, you're in my heart & in my prayers,every day and night , God keep you, until. We meet again. I will always Love U. ??

Sandra Grauso Giuliani

March 4, 2013

Beloved Daddy, I will miss you so very much, but you are now in Heaven with your Mom & Pop& brothers & Sisters, what a great reunion!! :) xoxo Sandra

Sandra Grauso-Giuliani

January 19, 2013

So sorry to hear that your father passed away. You are lucky that you had him for so long. Just think of all the wonderful memories that you have.

Ray and Jan Mackmin

January 17, 2013

Sandy, Joe and family, We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Peace and love, Tom and Viv

Tom and Viv Dorwart

January 16, 2013

My condolemces, Sandy.

January 16, 2013

Grauso Family,

My prays & thoughts are with all of you. Sal was just a wonderful man. He will truly be missed. I am so glad I had the pleasure of knowing him.

Denise
SG

Denise Garzone

January 14, 2013

My poppop. You were so loved everywhere you went. Thank you for my wonderful dad.i hope to have the love you and mommom had.watch over her shes really sad.as is the rest of is.you were so special.i miss u so much and love u so much
Love always Kelly

kelly grauso-burgos

January 11, 2013

Dear Anita, Walt and family,
Thinking of all of you and sending our love and prayers.

Bill & Becky Poole

January 8, 2013

Beloved Father, you are @ peace, I know you will be making more friends as you make your way to heaven. You are always in my heart xoxoxxx

Sandra Grauso-Giuliani

January 8, 2013

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