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Gary Zito Obituary
May 12, 1965 - September 2, 2016
Cary (formerly of New York)
Gary S. Zito, 51, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2016. Gary was born on May 12, 1965 in Brooklyn, NY to Frank Zito and the late Maria Zito (nee Musaracchio).
Gary received his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Manhattan College. He was employed at Quintiles, Durham, NC.
Gary is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, JoAnn Zito (nee Hinnerschitz) and his two children, Michael Zito (21) and Samantha Zito (14), his brother Nick Zito and his wife Wendy of Rathdrum, ID, his sister Lauren Parks and her husband Jeff of Fenton MI and his sister Angela Rush and her husband Bill of Monroe NY and several nieces and nephews.
Gary will be remembered for his devotion to the NY Mets, NY Jets, his love for his guitars and music.
Relatives and friends will be received from 3 to 5 pm and 7 to 9 pm on Wednesday, September 7th at Apex Funeral Home, 550 W. Williams St., Apex and are invited to celebrate a Mass on Thursday, September 8th at 11 am at St. Michael's the Archangel, High House Road, Cary. Friends and family are invited for lunch at St. Michael's Gallery immediately following the mass for lunch.
The family would like to thank Duke Hospice Care and the doctors and nurses at Hock Family Pavilion for their care and compassion over the past several months.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation in memory of Gary.
Condolences may be sent to www.ApexFuneral.net
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Nancy & Chris Colavito
September 12, 2016
Gary was a wordsmith who could spin a story into a captivating tale that would make you laugh so hard, your head would hurt. He could create a song on the fly, and within minutes be singing and strumming the tune on his guitar. And he loved his children and my sister with all of his heart, and for that I will always be grateful.
Remember Gary:
When you see a Mets game
When you hear a Ramones song
When you hear Stevie Ray Vaughn
When you hear a beautifully strummed Guitar
When you see Fireworks
And when you see his children's eyes
Gary, you will live on in our hearts and in our minds forever. We love you.
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John Brooks
September 11, 2016
Dear JoAnn, Michael, and Samantha,
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Gary and I want to extend my condolences to you and your family. Gary and I were great friends in high school; we shared many fun times and adventures together. Senior year, Gary drove myself and another friend to a Ramones concert held in Atlantic City. We had a great night. He had a big heart and was always friendly and outgoing. I also want to convey my sympathies to Mr. Zito, Nick, Lauren, and Angela. I am so sorry for his early passing. I will keep Gary in my thoughts and prayers.
Liz Sullivan Wilson
September 11, 2016
Gary Zito, a one of a kind, danced to his own drummer, amazing smile and truly a great friend in every way. His energy is everywhere now, the world is a better place. Always smiling is how I will remember you Gary.
Kyle Lippman
September 8, 2016
JoAnn our deepest condolences to you and your family on your loss. May his spirit be the light of your path during this difficult time. Peace & Blessings - Kyle & Patti Lippman
Maria Barrios
September 8, 2016
Dear JoAnn:
May the love and care of your family and friends carry you through this difficult time. My most sincere condolences to you, Sami and Michael. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
kadira hagos
September 7, 2016
Dear Joann,
I am sorry to hear of the loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God ease your heart with all the beautiful memories that you shared together.
Lavinia Damon
September 7, 2016
JoAnn, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
September 7, 2016
Dear Zito family and friends, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Prayers sent for your comfort and understanding during this time.
Phyllis Phillips (Quintiles co-worker)
Dan Zapotok
September 7, 2016
JoAnn, I am so sorry for your loss.
Matt Rogers
September 7, 2016
I am deeply saddened to know that Gary has left us and am sending my thoughts and prayers for Frank, Nick, Lauren, and Angela, and of course JoAnn, Michael and Samantha. We are still neighbors across the miles and years and we feel your loss just as if you were still next door.
Mr & Mrs. Gallacher/Carmon
September 6, 2016
Zito Familly, God Bless You. Our son, Devonte, and your son Michael became friends in high school. We met once years ago, I was struck by how friendly you all were. God Bless you in this difficult time. - The Gallacher's
Jennifer Riggs
September 6, 2016
JoAnn,
My heart is hurting for you and your family & my prayers are with you all through this difficult time. Please let me know if you need anything or if you just need someone to talk to.
Patti Griffin
September 6, 2016
JoAnn,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if you need anything.
Eileen Zito
September 6, 2016
Dear Joann, Michael and Sami,
Always remember the good times, of which there were many!!! Gary had the best smile, I will always remember him smiling! Rest in peace Sweet Gary!
Love you all, Aunt Eileen
Rosie Leach
September 6, 2016
JoAnn, I have you in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers. Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Susan Reese
September 6, 2016
JoAnn, Gary was a joy to work with here at Q, and will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family through this difficult time. I wish there was something that I could say to make this better... but there are no words.
Pamela Arrighetti Saar
September 5, 2016
Sometimes there are no words. Godspeed, my friend. I can still hear your laughter. My thoughts and prayers to you Nick, Lauren, Angela and Mr. Zito. God bless.
Susan Ventrice
September 5, 2016
My deepest condolences, JoAnn. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Duke Colaluca
September 5, 2016
Frank, I extend my condolences on the passing of your son. I am so sorry.
Tom Duke Colaluca
Regina Johnson
September 4, 2016
I worked with Gary at Time Warner Cable and he was so nice and kind. I still remember his last day at work and wishing him well. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Christine Miele
September 4, 2016
Shocked and saddened to hear the news, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Remembering Gary the neighbor, friend and the only person my sister would let cut her hair... hugs to Lauren, Angela, Nick and Mr Zito. From Christine Rogers Miele.
September 4, 2016
The Matthews family of Tuxedo, N.Y. express our sincere condolences to Gary's family and friends.
Mike, Carol and Faith Matthews (Tuxedo,N.Y.)
fjohn reinke (mc1968)
September 4, 2016
The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any mans death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.
Angela Rush
September 3, 2016
I can't express my thanks and admiration for you enough, big brother. You were always my friend, hero, and everyone's shining light. Thank you for the music, laughs, memories, friendship, inspiration, getting me over my fear of scary movies, and your unconditional love!! I could not imagine growing up without you. You were an angel on earth and now you fly with mom and the Angels in Heaven. I love you, Concert Man. Yesterday, today, forever!
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