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Edi "Eddie" Marsalla

1928 - 2019

BORN

1928

DIED

2019

Edi Marsalla Obituary

Eddie entered into rest July 24, 2019 at the age of 91. Born on March 16, 1928 in Massa Maciania, Lucca, Italy. Immigrated to Sacramento with his family at the age of two. A graduate of Sacramento High School, class of 1946, where he met Sallie, his wife of 68 years. At the age of 18 he joined the Carpenters Union, Local 46, where he served his apprentice with Joe Gabrielli, as a working member until his retirement at age 65. He spent a majority of his career at F. Marsalla Construction, working on many schools and churches in the Sacramento area. He was a member of the Dante Club, Piemonte Realle, Romulus, S.I.R.S., and B.P.O.E #6. In retirement he enjoyed travel with his wife and friends, many golf trips, and visiting family in Italy. Preceded in death by his parents Attilio and Giovanna, brothers Fernando, Diulio, and grandson Kyle. Survived by his wife Sallie, daughter Lauretta (Gary Cascio) and son Ed. Three grandsons, and six great grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to attend a memorial mass at St. Mary's Cemetery in the chapel on Thursday, August 1, at 11:00 A.M. Donations can be made to All Hallows Catholic Church, or a charity of your choice.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Jul. 28, 2019.

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Sabrina

July 23, 2025

Our condolences from the family in Italy, Lucca. We are like trees, our branches can stretch towards infinity, but our roots keep us forever connected. Sabrina

Steve Matranga

July 22, 2020

I always enjoyed seeing Big Ed. I worked with him and his son Ed at Marsalla. He was always a fun guy at events. He will be missed. My condolences to his family and relatives.

Kathy Matranga

August 2, 2019

What a guy!I am so grateful that your family took me & we made great memories together. Ed makes things fun!! Blessings to you all.

Diana, Roger and Diva Orsolini

August 1, 2019

Deepest condolences on behalf of the Ed Orsolini family. A part of our growing up was hearing stories of our relatives from my Dad (Ed) and Grandma (Bruna). Eddie was always a part of that. May God give you peace at this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Steve Matranga

August 1, 2019

Loss, Pain and Sorrow are inevitable as we live our lives in the flesh, but our only hope is in Christ who made us saints in the eyes of the Father for those who believe. May the peace of our Lord and Savior fill the hearts of Sally, Loretta and Eddie Jr. and the rest of the family during this time of loss. Big Ed was a good man and has gone to be with the Lord forever.

MIRELLA MARSALLA

July 31, 2019

CONDOGLIANZE SINCERE DALLA VOSTRA FAMIGLIA DI LUCCA, CHE IL CARO EDI POSSA RIPOSARE IN PACE.

George Kriegel

July 31, 2019

My condolences to the Marsalla family. I will remember Ed forever. Rest In Peace big Ed.

RICK STASSI

July 30, 2019

Prayers for comfort. So many nice memories. - love Rick Stassi and Family

July 29, 2019

Sally and family my prayers are with you and your family for the loss of your dear husband. Ed was a wonderful man and a dear friend and I will miss his wonderful smile. All my love, Rosetta Donelli

Rosellen Petrotta

July 28, 2019

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Robert & Marge Benson

July 28, 2019

May the peace of the Lord be with "Eddie's" family and dear friends

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