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Michael Scarano Obituary
of Vestal
Michael Scarano, 82, of Vestal, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 16, at the Vestal Nursing Center. He was predeceased by his parents, Anthony and Theresa Scarano; brothers, Patsy and Tony; and his beloved daughter-in-law, Shirley (Folman) Scarano. He is survived by his wife, Vesta (Kilmer, Welty) Scarano, Vestal; son, Richard Welty, Vestal; daughter-in-law, Kathy Layer, East Meredith; son, Mark Scarano, Endicott; and friend, Elisa Previti, Binghamton; grandchildren, Dana, NYC, Nicholas, Endicott, Seth Welty, NYC, Monica Welty-Walker and husband, Danny, San Francisco; sister, Arlene Stephens, Cortland; nephews, Anthony, Vestal, Thomas of Colorado; niece, Patti, Fla., also several grand-nieces and nephews. He came to Vestal after WWII, became owner and manager aside his brother at the Star Dry Cleaners for 50 years. He cared for his employees as family, treating each one as special. He was born July 4, 1926, and considered himself a "firecracker." He was proud to be an American, where he served in the US Navy during WWII on the USS Monitor.
Funeral Services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. from the Coleman and Daniels Funeral Home, Inc., 300 E. Main Street, Endicott. The Rev. Ronald Roehr will officiate. Burial will be in Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 5-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Rd., Vestal; or to the Vestal Volunteer Emergency Squad, 324 Myrtle St., Vestal.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Scarano
April Dorber
September 23, 2008
I'm so sorry for your loss. My parents just told me that Mike had passed away. The Vestal Nursing Center is a good place - I'm sure he was well taken care of. I'm glad that Mom and Dad were able to attend the service. Our sincere sympathy goes out to the entire family. Rich, April and Jennifer Dorber (Ackert)
Rachel Forker
September 18, 2008
Dear Vesta, Mark and Rick:
Saddened to hear of your loss. Mike had such a great soul. I remember sitting with him in front at the cleaners at 5:45 every day. He would tell us stories about being in the service and the war, but what he loved most was talking about Vesta's wonderful cooking and the dinner she had made him the night before. He had a tender heart and he taught me so much about being a person of integrity. Mike has touched my life in a way that I will never forget. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time and in the days ahead.
Rachel (Pindell) Forker and family
Joann,Craig
September 18, 2008
i will miss you so much mike you meant so much to me
a boss,uncle,best friend,and teacher. i feel like i have loss a father. everyone will always remember you specially on the 4th of july and i know you will be looking down at us. prayers are with the family.
gary burnard
September 18, 2008
Rick, Dina and I are sorry to hear of your loss.
Your Dad is at peace now and we are glad that he passed away peacefully.
Gary Burnard and Dina Husnay
Lauren Massey
September 18, 2008
Vesta - My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.
Michelle O'Neil
September 18, 2008
Mark,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie Duncan
September 18, 2008
Mike was caring and supportive of family and co-workers, expressing his love in actions more than words. He valued fairness and compassion and quietly aided those who needed a helping hand to get on their feet. He loved his country, worked too hard and gently shared his affections. He will be missed, but his legacy lives on in his grandchildren.
Donna, Trudi, Tammy Goeckel
September 17, 2008
Michael was an amazing person he loved his family and his work. He was an inspirationand example for all who knew him. He will be sorely missed. Our hearts and prayers to the whole family. A star has been added to the heavens above to watch over us. Love to all.
Arleen Schneider
September 17, 2008
Mark,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeff & Laura Terry
September 17, 2008
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. We offer our condolences in loving memory of Michael.
Howard & Marie Terry
September 17, 2008
We are saddened by the loss of Michael and send our condolences. We are in Myrtle Beach for the month and therefore, we will be unable to attend the services. Please know that we offer our prayers and sympathy.
Phil Allen
September 17, 2008
Mark,
We know that times like this can seem to cast doubt on the meaning of life.
We are born, we live and we pass away. It is clear we have control only over the living part to add meaning to the whole cycle. From your descriptions of your dad, he had an acute understanding of how to add meaning to not just his life but to everyone he touched. Through you and your family his work will continue and all of you will continue to add meaning to those you touch in your passage through life.
If you need anything you know how to reach us
Phil and Deb
Stephen Heyda
September 17, 2008
Vesta, Rick and Mark: It is with great sadness that I read about Mike's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. Mike was a real "firecracker". I really enjoyed the times I spent with him at Auto Sport and the dry cleaners.
Muffy McDowell
September 17, 2008
Our thoughts are with you all.
Love,
Muffy and Harry
Samir Sobhy
September 17, 2008
Dear Rick and Kathy,
Deep condolences, may Michael Scarano rest in peace.
In such moments, the fond memories and the joy of having known and shared great time with the deceased are always comforting.
Samir
Nancy Shamban
September 17, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike seems to have decided it was time in his time. He is indeed at peace.
Rick Welty
September 17, 2008
Mike was my father in every way. He never treated me differently than he did Mark and a believe that at times he he may have been better to me in attempt to be sure that he was being fair. He taught all of us the value of a strong work ethic. In his illness he continued to teach us to have courage and never give up hope that tomorrow will be better. I love him so very much and will keep him in my heart forever.
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