Hubert L. Nuzzo Sr.

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Hubert Nuzzo Obituary

Hubert L. Nuzzo Sr. NORFOLK - Hubert Lee Nuzzo Sr., 87, of Summers Drive, passed away Jan. 30, 2009, in his residence. Born Sept. 21, 1921, in Norfolk, he was the son of the late Giavannina Orlando and Pasquale Nuzzo. He will be remembered most for the love of his family. He attended John Marshall, Blair Junior High and graduated from Maury High School in 1940. He graduated in 1944 with a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Virginia Tech. He also completed studies at Rensselaer and the United States Naval Academy and graduated Reserve Midshipman School for engineering officers. He was commissioned as an ensign April 1944. Lee served his country in World War II aboard the LCS 70 in the Pacific Theater, Battle of the Philippines and Okinawa. He was stationed in Japan and China where he was group engineering officer of Flotilla 5. He was recalled to active duty during the Korean War and assigned to the staff of Commander Amphibious Forces Little Creek. He continued to serve the Navy as a civilian as chief engineer of St. Julian's Creek and Naval Facilities Engineering Command, retiring in 1979. His memberships include past president Toast Masters Club of St. Julian Creek, Military Officers Association, National Society of Professional Engineers; board member, Finance Committee; past president of the Ted Landis Class First United Methodist Church; and a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans. Lee is survived by his wife, Jessie Bland Nuzzo; daughter, Johanna Leslie Perakes of Portsmouth; two sons, Hubert Lee Nuzzo Jr. and wife Wendel of Norfolk and Richard Mark Nuzzo and wife Myra of Williamsburg, Va.; four grandchildren, Jennifer Neal Nuzzo of Norfolk, Richard Evan Nuzzo and Alexis Ann Nuzzo, both of Williamsburg and Tucker Gardner Jankosky of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; two sisters, Irma Madeline Nolan and Olga Rose Caldwell; and his brother, Adrian Carlos Nuzzo. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Ann Nuzzo Brown; granddaughter, Leslie Caroline Brown; two sisters, Edith Coletti and Gloria Naomi Jones; and a brother, Aubrey Dominic Nuzzo. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in First United Methodist Church, 3031 Luxemburg Ave., Norfolk. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomn-brown.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Feb. 1, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Hubert Nuzzo

7 Entries

Sharon Gatling

February 5, 2009

To the Nuzzo Family:
I would like to extend my sincere condolences during the loss of your loved one. I worked with Mr. Nuzzo at the Naval Facilities Engineering Command during the period 1974-1979 as a personal secretary. He was the kindest and friendliest person you could ever meet. He truly loved his family and spoke of them often. Just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the tender, loving arms of Jesus comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time.

Joy Hill

February 2, 2009

Johanna, my heart goes out to you and your family at this time and in the days ahead.

Cheryl Berry

February 2, 2009

Please accept my condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Chuck Hartman

February 1, 2009

Jessie, Jo, Lee, Wendy, Rick and Myra, we are so sorry for your loss. You and Hubert are in are prayers.

Chuck and Sallly Hartman

Veronica Weymouth

February 1, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Nuzzo. I remember one of the first times I met him and Mrs. Nuzzo was right before Lee and Wendy's wedding. He was so welcoming, and made me feel like part of the wonderful Italian Nuzzo family. I'm thinking of you all.

God Bless,
Veronica Weymouth

Donna Simpson

February 1, 2009

Uncle Hubert was one of the most honorable men I have ever known. I don't think anyone ever loved his family more than he. My mother was so proud of her big brother and I don't think that I could have taken care of my mother during her illness if it weren't for my Uncle Hubie and his loving care and devotion during those last days. No one will ever know how much it meant to me. His devotion to his family, sense of honor, and humility were unfounded. I am so glad that we were able to be together as a family one last time, and I will always cherish that memory. Uncle Hubert, I loved you very much, and I know it embarrassed you when I told you all that you meant to me, but I will always be grateful to you and will miss you. Aunt Jessie, Jo, Lee, Ricky, and your children, how lucky you all are to have had him in your lives. I love you all.

Adel & Leslie Williams

February 1, 2009

He will be missed but never forgotten. We loved him very much.

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