Crozet, Virginia
May 26, 1925 – Jun 10, 2014
MARRARO
Dr. Howard William, 89, born May 26, 1925 of Brooklyn, NY, passed away on June 10, 2014, at his home in Charlottesville, Virginia.
He is predeceased by his parents, Howard R. and Helen Haley Marraro, his sister, Helen Abdoo, and niece, Jayma Abdoo.
Dr. Marraro is survived by his beloved wife and best friend of 65 years, Carlota Marraro of Charlottesville, and his devoted children, Christopher Howard (Connie) Marraro of Germantown, MD; Francesca (Feruccio) Babarcich of Fort Lee. NJ; Thecia Marrano of Far Hills, NJ; Gabrielle (Park) Ginder of Huntertown, IN; Clelia Marraro of Trenton, NJ, and Cara (Robert) D'Angelo of Long Valley, NJ.
He also leaves behind seventeen adoring grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a niece and nephew, and countless friends and colleagues.
After serving in the United States Coast Guard Pacific Fleet during WII, Dr. Marraro returned to New York and earned his medical degree from the prestigious Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1953. He completed his post graduate practices at St. Vincent's Hospital in New York City, Georgetown University, and the Lahey Clinic in Boston before becoming a member of the American College of Physicians in 1959.
Dr. Marraro continued to contribute to his field even after retirement, volunteering as an instructor of medicine at the University of Virginia. Although he always held the principals of his profession in highest regard, Dr. Marraro also acknowledged the healing merits of humor.
Friends and family members seeking his medical advice often received a prescription of a "very dry martini."
He could converse easily on any subject, including Spanish, guitar, golf, college basketball, classical ballet, and the makings of an authentic linguini with clam sauce.
Dr. Marraro's wilt and warmth inspired frequent and wonderful family gatherings, which he always looked forward to. Together with his wife, he was everyone's favorite dinner guest, and host.
He will be gravely missed, and his memory truly cherished, by all those fortunate enough to have known and loved him.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Dear Carlotta I am sure that Bill and Margaret are now being entertained regularly now that their favorite dinner partner has arrived with them. On behalf of the Holahan clan please accept our heart felt sympathy on your loss. What a guy!!
Will Holahan - Col, USMC Ret.
June 14, 2014
Dear Carlotta and Family
I have so many happy memories of you and Howard and Christopher and Francesca and all your family--with our family--back in Norwood--and your group trips to Queechee. I feel very fortunate to have so many lovely memories from those happy days. Please know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Love, Margie Holahan Marino
Margie holahan marino
June 13, 2014 | Boston, MA
I want to send my condolences to Carlotta and the Marraro family. Howard was a special person and thought about him often. I cherished our times together on the golf course and of course the Tides. I will miss him. My he rest in peace. Love Ira
Ira Wagner
June 12, 2014 | New York, NY
Sending love and prayers to all.
With very fond memories,
Susan Holahan Waraksa
June 12, 2014
With fond and cherished memories of a great guy who truly appreciated and enjoyed life in all its wonders. Sincere condolences to Carlotta and all the Marraro's. -- Love, Frank Holahan (Piermont, NY)
June 12, 2014
