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Alfio Scalia Obituary

SCALIA - Alfio, 82, born in Catania, Sicily, 1929; died April 26, 2011 in Tucson. Survived by his wife, Barbara Catherine Scalia, sons Richard and Paul Scalia, daughter Anne Scalia Krein, seven cherished grandchildren: Mark, John, Julia, Angelina, Thomas, Isabella, Gabriela and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed. Wake held at Adair Funeral Home, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave., Tucson, AZ from 5 pm - 8 pm on Wednesday, April 27, 2011. Funeral Mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 8650 N. Shannon Rd., Tucson, at 10:30 AM, Thursday April 28, 2011. Donations can be made to Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital, N.Y.C.

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Published by Newsday on Apr. 27, 2011.

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Paul S.

April 21, 2025

Dad, we're coming up on 14 years in a few days. I miss you so much and often think of the fun times and experiences we shared. I'm happy you and Mom are together again and are watching over us all. Matthew continues to ask about you and what you were like - he reminds me of you in certain ways and I love that. Thank you for all you did for us growing up, as a father myself, I know what it means and appreciate it more than I can express here. Love and thinking of you always, Paul.

Paul Scalia

April 26, 2022

It´s been 11 years and not a single day passes without me thinking of you. We miss you so much pops. I tell Matthew Nonno stories all the time and he loves to hear them. Wish you two could have met, you would be proud of him and he would just adore you and your fun personality. You two have a lot in common, big hearts, great sense of humor and a positive outlook on life. Love and miss you more than anything.

Anne Krein

April 25, 2022

Daddy, tomorrow marks 11 years since you left us. I miss you everyday. I think of you everyday. My heart is still heavy. I wanted to ask you a question this morning, until I realized I couldn't. I love you so much. So, so much.

Anne Krein

April 25, 2022

Daddy, tomorrow marks 11 years since you left us. My heart is so heavy, I still miss you everyday. All of us do. Today I had a question I wanted to ask you, then realized I couldn't. I love you so much, and I appreciate the unique and amazing father you were.

Paul S

April 21, 2021

Hey Pops, I can't believe in 5 days it will have been 10 years. I think about you each and every day and smile when I think of all the great times we shared. You were and always will be my hero - love and miss you more than I can put into words. Love you always, PS.

Paul Scalia

April 28, 2019

Pops, where do I begin. I miss you and your big heart, your advice, your sense of humor, your love and attention. Matthew knows a lot about you and what you used to tell me when I was his age. He's always asking can we call nonno today? We think about you every single day. Love and miss you always, Paul.

Paul S

February 2, 2015

Happy Birthday Pops, we all miss you.

Anne Krein

February 2, 2015

Happy Birthday Daddy. We miss you so much, there are no words. Thank you for visiting me in my dreams, I treasure every second I spend with you. I love you so much.

anne krein

December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas daddy. I miss you more at Christmas. I ate calmari in your honor last night. Peter said you'd be proud. I love you so much..and miss you more. Ciao.?

Paul Scalia

October 2, 2012

You must be close because I've been thinking about you a lot lately and it looks like Anne has too. I don't have the words to describe how much you mean to me and how much I miss you every day. We all miss you and think of you on a regular basis. Thanks for watching over all of us.

anne krein

September 30, 2012

I miss you everyday Daddy. I know when you would be proud, when you would be laughing with us and sometimes I hear what you would say. I hope you are watching the girls play soccer. I always tell them they make you proud.

Paul Scalia

April 26, 2012

One year today Dad. I know you've been watching over us and I am thankful for all you have done. Each day that passes I miss you more and more. We all love and miss you very much. You will always be in my thoughts, not a day goes by without me thinking of you and missing you.

Anne Krein

April 26, 2012

It's been one year Daddy, I think of you every single day, I miss you every single day. I am so grateful that you are my Dad. You are the best Nonno in the history of time, and we all appreciate all that you did for us. We miss you so much. We love you Daddy, more than words can say. Thank you for watching over us.

barbara

April 25, 2012

Dear Alfio. I'm sure you realize now that you will never be forgotten, and that you have made a tremendous difference for the good in all our lives. Arrivederci, Barbara

Dad

Alfio Scalia

February 9, 2012

Paul Scalia

July 25, 2011

It will be 3 months tomorrow Dad and I miss you more and more each day. It's hard not to be able to call up my hero on a daily basis and talk about the things we used to talk about. We love you and miss you more than words can describe. I'm thankful for the memories and think about you every single day.

Traci Cassieri

May 14, 2011

I have known Mr. Scalia for a very long time, he will be missed so very much. He was a very sweet man who will always have a special place in my heart...Much Love... Rest In Peace.

May 8, 2011

Life is so short, but we put a lot of love and work into it. I know Alfio only for 4 years and I attest to his sweet spirit and his total devotion and love for his family and especially his grandchildren. What a nice dad and nonno. Miss you, Alfio, but I know you are happy now with those others whom you love and who love you. We will meet again.

Anne Krein

May 4, 2011

We miss you terribly Daddy. Thank you for being so wonderful, amazing, funny, charming, thoughtful and loving. I will always cherish my memories of you.

Denise Rathje

May 4, 2011

There will always be a special place in my heart for my Alfio - I love you!!

Andrea Bettinelli

May 3, 2011

Ci mancherai, riposa in pace.

Paul Scalia

May 3, 2011

Dad we'll miss you each and every day. You will always be in my heart. Love you.

Stephen Fry

May 3, 2011

I only had the privilege of meeting Alfio a couple times. He was always so nice and always had an amazing spirit. My thoughts are with you in this sad time.

Christmas 2010

Anne Krein

May 3, 2011

Theresa De Benedictis

April 29, 2011

Rest in peace.

Margaret Rachnowitz

April 29, 2011

I will always remember you. Our sons went to school and sports together and are still good friends. We remained very good friends as well.
Rest in peace. Margaret

April 28, 2011

Always a smile. Always happy. I will always remember that about you!

April 27, 2011

You were so special to me and so good to Sam. You will always hold a spot in my heart and memories. Beverley Orr

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