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Victor Torrisi Obituary
Born in Wilkes-Barre, on Feb. 25, 1933, he was the son of the late Victor Sr. and Josephine Romeo Torrisi and attended Scranton Central High School. Victor served our country during the Korean War, attained the rank of corporal and was stationed in England. For over 44 years, Victor was the general manager for Vermont Sportswear, Taylor, and for the past 20 years he has worked at LaTrattoria Restaurant, Scranton. A devout catholic, Victor was a parishioner of Divine Mercy Parish and St. Mary's Czestochowa Church, Moosic, until its closing. Above all, he was loved by his entire family. He shared a special bond with his grandsons and enjoyed attending all of their events and activities. He will be remembered for his quick wit and sense of humor. He was the life of the party and thoroughly enjoyed meeting and talking to people. Throughout the years, he loved to watch old movies, was an avid gardener, sports enthusiast and enjoyed going to the casino.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Dave and wife, Jill of Taylor; a daughter, Sharyn Torrisi-Cartwright and husband, Craig of Parker, Colo.; two grandsons, David and Matthew Torrisi; and four stepgrandchildren, Casey, Chelsey, Cody and Cassidy Cartwright; a brother, Salvatore "Sam" and wife, Jean; and two sisters, Grace Conforti and husband, Francis; and Ann Talarico and husband, Ron, all of Scranton; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Three siblings and their spouses also preceded him in death, Frank Torrisi and wife, Louise; Rose Hartridge and husband, John; and Felicia Pugliese and husband, Robert.
The family would like to thank Dr. Chris Peters, Dr. Martin Hyzinski, Dr. Jay Bannon and Dr. Nicholas Chiumento and their entire staffs and NE Radiation Oncology.
The funeral will be Monday at 10 a.m. from the Semian Funeral Home, 704 Union St., Taylor, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 in Divine Mercy Parish, 312 Davis St., Scranton, by the Rev. Francis Pauselli. Interment will follow in St. Mary Czestochowa Cemetery, Greenwood section of Moosic. Family and friends may call Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m.
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for Victor Torrisi
Rebecca Strong
June 20, 2025
Victor was my boss at Vermont Sportswear. What a wonderful man!!
John & Susan Boyko
June 28, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Torrisi family. Victor was a man with a big heart and a big smile. He will truly be missed by many.
June 28, 2016
Barb, I am so sorry for your loss. If you need anything just call. Love, Lindsay
Linda Zang
June 26, 2016
Dear Barb and family. I am so sorry for your loss. I know he fought a good battle. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Bless you and your family. With our deepest sympathy and Love!!! Linda and Bob Zang
Erin Quinn
June 26, 2016
Mrs. Torrisi, Dave, Sharyn and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. He was such a wonderful man who always wore a smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, now and the times to come.
June 26, 2016
Barb-- so sorry to hear about Vic's passing. I enjoyed little conversations with him. Know that he is in God's Hands and care now and is not suffering. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Becky Strong
June 26, 2016
I am so saddened to hear of Victor's passing. He was my manager at Vermont Sportswear-- he always treated everyone with fairness and respect. My condolences to his family and loved ones-- I'll always remember his smile and great personality.
June 25, 2016
Barbara and Family, Alan and I are sorry to learn of Vic's passing. You are in our hearts and prayers. May God's eternal love comfort you. With sincerest sympathy -
Karen Racz
Cheryl and Mike Duffy
June 25, 2016
We are sincerely devastated to hear about Vic's passing. What a wonderful man! Thou we didn't know him for a long period of time we feel fortunate to have had him in our lives. Very sorry for you loss and we hope he has the best garden in heaven. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. God bless.
Vicki Holweg
June 25, 2016
Barb and family. So sorry for your loss take peace in knowing his suffering is over. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless.
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