Salvatore Alfred "Sal" Sestito

Sestito, Salvatore "Sal" Alfred LATHAM Salvatore Alfred Sestito, "Sal," 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 15, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Born in Troy on November 13, 1927, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary Armao Sestito. Sal was a resident of Latham for the past 60 years. Sal attended Troy public schools and graduated from Troy High School, class of 1945. He graduated from Siena College in 1950 with a Bachelor of Science degree. Sal was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in the Quartermaster Board in Washington D.C. and Camp Lee, Virginia. After being honorably discharged from the Army he finished his studies at Siena College in 1950. Sal was employed by the Norton Company formerly Behr Manning in Watervliet. He retired in 1986 after 30 years. While at Norton, he was the chief of security and manager of plant services. After retirement in 1986 he began his career as a volunteer at St. Mary's Hospital in Troy. In his 30 years at the hospital, he was voted volunteer of the year on two occasions. He also served as the chef at the Colonie Elks 2192 for 15 years. He was a life member for the past 49 years. Sal was a proud member of ABC Sports and Fitness, where he attended the silver sneakers classes with his friends. He was also a member of St. Ambrose Church in Latham. Sal liked to vacation in Aruba every year at his timeshare at Playa Linda for 20 years. He also liked to go to the casinos. Sal traveled to Las Vegas, Hawaii, Florida, Disney World and to San Francisco. He had a great sense of humor and would always make everyone laugh. Sal was also a great cook. Most of all, he loved being with his family. In addition to his parents, Sal was predeceased by his brother, Nicholas Sestito and his wife, Edna; as well as his sister, Marion Delory and her husband, George "Pic." He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Esther (Walthers) Sestito; his sons, John J. (Wendy) Sestito and Robert J. (Lisa) Sestito; his daughter, Mary E. (Joseph) Keane; four grandchildren, Joseph (Jenny) Cala, Brianna (Kevin) Rushforth, Lauryn (Christopher) Falvo, and Joshua Goldstein; four great- grandchildren, Reilly RushForth, Addison Cala, Mackenzie Cala, Joseph Cala and baby boy Falvo on the way. He had many nieces and nephews who he was very close to, as well as many cousins. His favorite cousin, Mary Ann Hannum, we appreciate so much for everything she has done for us. We would like to thank Sandi from Hospice for always being there for us. We also want to thank all the nurses and aides on B1 and B2 for everything you did for him at Van Rensselaer Manor. The family would also like to thank Carolyn from Social Services. A special thank you to Chaplain Leo for all of his spiritual help. Calling hours will be held at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 181 Troy Schenectady Rd., Watervliet on Tuesday, September 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, September 21, in St. Ambrose Church, 347 Old Loudon Rd, Latham at 9 a.m. with burial to follow in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. To leave a special message for the family online, please visit NewComerAlbany.com