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Stephen Palmieri Obituary
Steve is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Sophie M. (Conti) Palmieri; three loving sons, Stephen A. Palmieri, Jr. and his wife Eleanor of Boylston, Robert E. Palmieri of Worcester and Worcester City Councilor Philip P. Palmieri and his wife Maria of Worcester; four proud grandchildren, Stephen, Cheryl, Elise, and Alexandra, and three great grandchildren, Alyssa, Madison and Matthew, and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by four brothers, Joseph, John, James and Anthony Palmieri and two sisters, Ann Troio and Lucy Palmieri.
Stephen was born in Worcester on December 29, 1915, son of Salvatore and Pasqualina (Natale) Palmieri and lived here all his life. Steve was a Section Supervisor for the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority for thirty two years before he retired. He was a life member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St Ann Church, the East Side Post #201 American Legion, a fifty year attendee and member of the Calvary Retreat Center, and was a co-founder and long time president of the Joe DiMaggio Little League of Worcester. Steve was also a patron of the San Vitaliano Society. In his younger years Steve played for the Blue Jays A.A. and several other teams and excelled in baseball.
He was an avid sports fan and was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather and will be missed dearly by his family and friends. Steve was a proud resident and a fixture in his Shrewsbury Street neighborhood, which he loved. Over the years, Steve had an enthusiastic interest in politics and throughout his life was involved in many political campaigns.
Stephen's funeral will be held Monday from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a Mass of Christian burial at 11:00AM in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St Ann Church, 24 Mulberry St. Calling hours in the funeral home are 4-7PM on Sunday. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of Flowers, contributions may be made to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel-St Ann Church Building Fund, 24 Mulberry St., Worcester, MA 01605.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Palmieri
Marlene (Latino) Fitzpatrick
July 31, 2008
Sophie and Boys,
Jim and I were terribly saddened by the news of Steve's passing. Thank you for some wonderful childhood memories. They will always be a part of my life. Now Steve will join so many of the other guys from the Card Club. They will be glad to see him. Take care and revel in the legacy he has left behind. Love, Marlene and Jim
Mal & Judy Luber
July 20, 2008
We would like to express our sincerest condolences to the Palmieri Family.
Leslie
July 16, 2008
Dear Bob,
My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
BARBARA CAYER
July 15, 2008
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU FOR YOUR LOSS I REMEMBER STEVE WHEN HE CAME IN PARKWAY EVERY DAY AND MEET HIS FRIENDS FOR COFFEE AND HE ALWAYS HAD A STORY TO TELL
JANET LAPERLE
July 15, 2008
DEAR MR PHILLIP PALMEIRI
SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER THE ONE THING THAT STANDS OUT IN OUR MINDS IS WHEN IT CAME TO VOTING TIME YOUR DAD WOULD ASK HIS FRIENDS IF THEY WENT TO VOTE THEY WOULD SAY NO JUST TO HARRASS HIM THEN THEY WOULD TELL HIM THEY WERE JUST KIDDING THEN HE WAS A FIXTURE AT DUNKIN DONUTS ON SHREWSBURY ST AND IT DIDNT MATTER IF HE KNEW YOU OR NOT YOU WOULD FEEL LIKE YOU KNEW HIM FOREVER HE WAS VERY SPECIAL TO NOT ONLY HIS FAMILY BUT TO ALOT OF PEOPLE WE WILL ALL MISS HIM SINCERLY THE LAPERLE FAMILY PAT,JIM,JANET,MONIQUE,BOBBY
Rosemarie Canty
July 14, 2008
To Sophie and the Palmieri Family,
My father (Bill Campanale) grew up with Steve on Shrewsbury Street and shared many good times together and had lots of memories also. They were really good friends. My father also shared many nights with you and Steve at Dunkin Donuts on Shrewsbury St. I used to see you and Steve at Mass at Mt. Carmel church. Just remember all the good times and the memories you have with him and somehow hope these will comfort you at this sad time. Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family. May God bless you and comfort you during this time. With our sympathies,
Rosemarie (Campanale), Ed, Amy and Kerry Canty
Tom Lanava
July 14, 2008
This seems like the passing of a era for me. My whole concept of boyhood/manhood was founded on men like "Uncle" Steve. Passionate, capable,full of energy, a leader, someone to look up to. His home was always warm and generous, made so by the lovable "Aunt" Sophie. The boys were always visible and made for a raucous visit. He always made me feel like one of the boys. His visits to my house were special times. He would talk about sports, politics and his experiences. Lots of wisdom there if you listened carefully. He was straight as an arrow, very disiplined and carried himself well. I loved and will miss knowing he is here. I hope someone will think of me as I remember him. My condolences and best regards to all. Tom lanava
James and Rita Bonofilio
July 14, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sorry for the loss of your father.
Mary Lou Zamarro
July 13, 2008
Your father really was a fixture on Shrewsbury Street. I can remember him always present when we were growing up whether it was at East Park, Mt. Carmel, the feasts and many others too many to mention.
My sympathies to your family. I know you will sorely miss him.
Remember and reflect on the happy memories.
Fred Petrone & Family
July 13, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Eduardo and Sandra Velazquez
July 12, 2008
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. May you rest in peace.
Stephen Palmieri
July 12, 2008
I think what I'll miss most is the "alone time" I had with my grandfather. Just me and him sitting in the den on a Sunday afternoon watching the Red Sox, Patriots, Candlepin bowling (our personal favorite), etc. The best part was listening to him curse out various players. If nothing was on he would regale me with stories from his past: working as a salesman, dating my grandmother, etc. The holidays brought much of the same and I would sit and keep him company in the den. I will miss going out to dinner with him and my grandmother on Saturday nights after mass. There is long list of things that i fondly remember from childhood through adulthood too long to write here. Suffice it to say I enjoyed and looked forward to my grandfather's company over the last 41 years and have many memories that will last with me through the remainder of my days. Grandpa, you will be sorely missed.
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