Chris Palozzi

Chris Palozzi obituary, Rochester, NY

Chris Palozzi

Chris Palozzi Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc. on Nov. 18, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Palozzi, Chris
Rochester: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at age 97. Predeceased by his grandson, Alexander Small; sons-in-law, Kenneth Small, David Klos; sisters, Mary Coccia, Lois Palumbo and Pamela Palozzi. He is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Marlene Palozzi; daughters, Christine Klos (Don White), Debra Small, Mary Kay (John) Voellinger, Diane (Gordon) Neatrour; 9 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; brother, Dominic Palozzi; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Martin and Rosemarie Lester; many nieces and nephews.
Chris was a retired parole officer from the State of New York, and an Army Veteran of WWII. He was an avid golfer at Churchville Golf Course, enjoyed his vegetable garden, and was a passionate fan of the New York Yankees and Notre Dame football, in which he shared this passion with his brother Dominic.
No prior calling. On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, all are invited to attend his Funeral Mass at 10:00AM at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3000 Dewey Ave. Entombment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Those wishing, donations may be directed to Golisano Children's Hospital, 300 E. River Road, Box 278996, Rochester, NY 14627-8996 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105 in his memory.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc.

219 Spencerport Road, Rochester, NY 14606

Make a Donation
in Chris Palozzi's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Chris's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Chris Palozzi's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Chris Palozzi's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?