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Salvatore Persico Obituary

Persico, Salvatore "Sam" RAVENA Salvatore G. "Sam" Persico entered eternal life Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at home on his 85th birthday with his loving family by his side. Sam was born and lived in Ravena all his life and attended Ravena-Coeymans High School. He was the son of the late Bernardino and Assunta Persico. Sam worked for the former N.Y. Central Railroad for 10 years and retired in 2003 from LaFarge Cement Co. after 41 years of service. Sam enjoyed Texas Hold'em poker and was an avid N.Y. Yankees and Giants fan. His true joy in life was his family, his devoted wife, loving children and cherished grand and great-grandchildren. Survivors include his wife Carol A. Burnett Persico; children, Lynda (Martin) Persico Lombardo, Salvatore Jr. (Jill) Persico, Sandra (Rocco) Losavio; grandchildren, Samantha Bailey, Nicole (Shawn) Harris, Amanda Persico, Rocco, Alexandra and Gianna Losavio; great- grandchildren, Ryan and Aiden Harris and Logan Church; and many nieces and nephews. Sam was predeceased by his brothers, Frank, Elmer, Anthony and James Persico; and sister Josephine DeMatteo. Friends and family may call at the Babcock Funeral Home, Ravena on Saturday, March 2, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Funeral will follow at 12 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Sam may be made to Community Hospice of Albany, 445 New Karner Road, Albany, NY, 12205.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Feb. 28, 2019.

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ralph Schimmel

March 2, 2019

our sympathies to carol and family on the loss of Sam. We had deep admiration for Sammy and many many wonderfull memories of our association. we pray for strength and comfort to the family during this difficult time. Saying goodby to a loved one is indeed tough and heart wretching, but to know they are in gods hands should provide comfort, and Sam is probably already asking where the ball field is. May god bless the persico family.

Anthony & Irene Carrk

March 1, 2019

Dear Carol and family, Our heartfelt sympathies go out to you.
Sam was a great guy, we enjoyed his company and will surely
Miss him. Rip Sam!

Anthony & Sandra Navojosky

March 1, 2019

Lynda & Marty and the Persico family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this time.

Theresa Gallager

February 28, 2019

Sandra, Rocco and family: We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Please accept our condolences.

Alana (Crudo) Maiello

February 28, 2019

Sam, Jill and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Luis & Karena Caraballo

February 28, 2019

We are so sorry to hear of Pops passing. May he RIP. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Much Love ❤

February 28, 2019

Carol& Family our dear friend's our deepest love and Prayer's are with you. We will miss him. May God be with you. Love you. Bob and Sheila

Joan and Bernie Smith

February 28, 2019

Carol so sorry to hear that Sam has passed away. Joan and I had so many good times together with You Two. We will miss his smile and Jokes. Especially when we were at your class reunion's. Joan and Bernie

February 28, 2019

Lynda & family.
We are so very sorry for your loss. May God give you peace at this time.
Annette & Harold Jones

Virginia Pearson

February 28, 2019

Carol and Family,
So saddened to hear of Sam's passing. He gave it his all, he fought strong and hard, with a smile on his face, may he rest in deserved peace and peace to the family. May God bless you all. Ginny & Wayne

February 28, 2019

My most sincere condolences to you all. I will always remember how Alan and Sam enjoyed eachother's company at Desmond picnics and parties. What a kind and wonderful man. Laurie Adrian

Ann Wilsey

February 28, 2019

To my dear friend "pops". To the family I wish my sincere condolences. You had a full complete life on earth now you can climb the golden staircase and meet the rest.of your family and friends. I will miss you but
They are waiting for you with open arms. May you rest in peace dear friend. Sincerely

Josn Macarilla

February 28, 2019

Carol & family
We were saddled to hear of a good man passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he watch over you all & bless you all with memories to come...
RIP Sammy
Charles & Joan Macarilla

John & Carol Kearney

February 28, 2019

Our deepest condolences.

Samantha Eissing

February 28, 2019

So sorry for your family's loss.

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