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1933
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2016
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Paul Carozza Obituary
Paul D. Carozza, a lifelong Yonkers resident, passed away on February 11, 2016 at the age of 82. Paul proudly served in the US Navy during the Korean War stationed on the USS Hornet. Paul was a former Yonkers Police 1st Grade Detective as well as the longest serving President of the Yonkers PBA. He also was the former President of the Metropolitan Police Conference of NY State representing over 48,000 members. Along with his Brothers in Blue, he volunteered through the Community of Mayors of NY State Organization and dedicated numerous hours working with disabled children. He was a lifelong member of the VFW Lowerre Post 3083. Beloved husband of Rose (nee DePalma). Dear father of Paul (Yvonne), Mark and the late Robert (Anna). Loving brother of Gloria Cimaglia, Judy Dean and Jean Dos Santos. Cherished grandfather of Jacqueline, Michael and his beloved Gabriella. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul's memory can be made to your favorite children's charity. Funeral Mass Tuesday 10 AM at St. Paul the Apostle Church with Entombment following at Ferncliff Cemetery. The family will be present Monday from 2-9 pm at F. Ruggiero & Sons, Inc.-732 Yonkers Avenue - Yonkers, NY 10704 (914) 375-1400 - www.frswfh.com
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Bill McKechnie
February 7, 2022
Paul was a dear friend and colleague for many, many years he is missed dearly. I think him often and will never forget him.
Victoria (Vickie) Geiger
February 18, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Carozza Family. You will always be remembered for being a great leader in law enforcement and a kind person. My dear friend rest in peace.
Shelley Della Rocca
February 16, 2016
Rest In Peace, Paul. We thank you for your love and devotion to our Father and the Community Mayors' Children with Special Needs.
Respectfully with love,
the Family of Dominick Della Rocca
Michell & Bob Williams
February 15, 2016
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless. All our Love
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Jim Mannion
February 15, 2016
Deepest condolences. He was a wonderful friend and an outstanding police officer. May he rest in peace.
Anthony and Linda Gaudio
February 14, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Carozza Family. Your husband/father is one of the greatest. Always a smile and a joke. He's at Peace with our Lord and Robert.
Bill Mckechnie
February 13, 2016
My Dear friend Paul may you reap the rewards in heaven that through your dedication to the tens of thousands of men and women in blue you served as well as the thousands of handicapped and special children you assisted through the Community Mayors here on Earth. May God bless You and keep you.
Laura Secchi
February 13, 2016
Rest in peace Paul. You'll be in our hearts forever. Condolences to the Carozza family! Hoping you and dad are together again! <3 The Rochelle's
nick cosentino
February 13, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Floyd Holloway
February 13, 2016
Rest in peace my friend. You did a lot for law enforcement in New York State. God bless you and your family.
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