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Victor Capalongo Obituary
ITHACA - Victor P. Capalongo, 74, of 402 E. Buffalo St., died Wednesday, May 22, 2008, at the Cayuga Medical Center. He was born in Ithaca, son of the late Henry and Margaret Casano Capalongo.
Vic was a graduate of Ithaca High School, served with the United States Army during the Korean War and was the recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a retired mason and was a life member of the Bricklayer's Union. He was also a member of the V.F.W., the American Legion, Elks, Eagles, Moose, and Knights of Columbus.
Vic is survived by his brothers, Peter (Sandra) Capalongo of Ithaca, Fred Capalongo of Michigan, and John (Carolyn) Capalongo of Ithaca; and his sisters, Mary Miller of Rochester, Adrian (Charlie) Green of Auburn, and Connie Capalongo of Ithaca. He is also survived by his aunts, Josephine Richards and Mary VanOstrand; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Vic was also predeceased by his brothers, Vincent, Henry Jr. and Anthony.
Graveside services with full Military Honors will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at the Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Bangs Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Vic's memory may be made to Hospicare, 172 E. King Rd., Ithaca, NY, or to the Immaculate Conception Church, 113 N. Geneva St., Ithaca, NY.
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for Victor Capalongo
Herman Titsworth
May 29, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Wester
May 27, 2008
I will always remember Victor as my hero since I was about 6 years old. Although our contact was limited, he always treated me very well and I really admired him. It's another loss to society. My sincere sympathies to the Capalongo family and friends.
John Wester
Bill Edwards
May 27, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about Vic. I was a long time friend of Vic's and will miss him very much. Vic had a way about himself to others. He and my mother were best of friends. I could always look forward to seeing him every other week at the Candor American Legion. He would stop over and we would have a couple of cold ones together and laugh about things that I will never forget. Vic and his riding buddy(Butch) would come together and stay for awhile. He was a man of his word for what ever he said to you. Sometimes I would even stop at 221 to see Vic on my off weekend not seeing him. I will deeply miss the man. I give my regrets and empty feeling inside for a great person who I always looked up to. I will miss him.
Bill & Sue Edwards
Candor, New York
Amy Hughes and Butch McComb
May 27, 2008
Vic was a good friend that will be sorely missed. We will remember Vic as a hugh Syracuse Big Orange fan and for his love of a good game of euchre. He was a tough guy who fought a brave battle right up until the end. May he rest in peace and may God Bless Vic and his entire family.
Stephanie Giordano
May 27, 2008
I am most grateful for the time that I have gotten in the last few months to see Victor more often. Victor has always made me smile. I am almost certain that when Victor arrived in the heavens above my grandfather had already found the perfect fishing holes to fish & had mapped out what path they would take to get their morning walk in. They can now look down upon us and keep us safe. Victor will be missed. My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.
Kathy Iacovelli Cleveland
May 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Melinda von Gordon
May 27, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Vic was a great guy. He will be missed.
sandy smith
May 27, 2008
connie, sorry to here about your brother .if you need anything me know. sanddy smith
Diane Zimmer
May 27, 2008
To Connie and Cappy,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother. If there's anything I can do-please let me know.
Leo Teeter
May 26, 2008
My family and I would like to express our sincere sympathy to Vic's family. We have known Vic for many years and he will be missed dearly.
Leo Teeter and Family
Raymond Bordoni
May 26, 2008
To Vic’s family,
Sue and I want to express our deepest and most sincere sympathies. Vic was not only a close cousin but also a good friend not only to us but to a great many other people throughout the Ithaca area. He was also a person we admired greatly because he was a war hero who was wounded while serving his country. He will be missed by all who knew him. Take some comfort that after a long and difficult illness he is now resting in peace and know that out thoughts and prayers are with him and all of you.
Sincerely,
Sue and Ray Bordoni
Ron@Joanie Case
May 26, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bill Campbell
May 26, 2008
He was my friend. Bill Campbell
cindy grover
May 26, 2008
My deepest sympathy.
Joe and Cary Kenrick
May 24, 2008
We are sad to hear that Victor has died. I went into the Army with Victor and our memories of him are special.
nikki rider
May 24, 2008
just wanted to express my heartfelt sympathies. sincerely, nikki rider
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