Luizzi, Carol A.
LOUDONVILLE - Carol A. Knauf Luizzi, 82, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 11, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Carol was born in Albany, N.Y. where she graduated from Colonie Central High School in 1958 and began working for the New York Telephone Company as a switchboard operator. After marrying, she joined her husband Peter, building up his paving company, working alongside him until his death in 1990, after which she worked alongside her son Peter and daughter Kim, retiring in 2000, and then moved to Florida with her sister Mert. In her spare time, Carol enjoyed gardening, crossword puzzles, cryptograms, the casino, and spending time by the pool with her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking, and no one passed up an invitation to dinner, especially on the holidays. She also enjoyed traveling; her many cruises, yearly trips to Aruba and her trip along the Italian coast with her family.
Carol was predeceased by her love, Peter J. Luizzi Sr.; her mom and dad, Henry Knauf Sr. and Ethel (Szesnat) Knauf; her siblings, Jean (Edward) Towers, Henry (Nancy) Knauf, Marilyn (Bernard) Radtke, Sister Jean Veronica (Phyllis) Knauf, SNJM, and Edward (Marjorie) Knauf; as well as her dear cousins, Janet Mariani and Mary Lee Burnham.
Survivors, include her most cherished and loved children, Kim, Peter Jr. (Laura), Laurie, and Anthony "Tony" (Sarah) Luizzi; the loves of her heart, her grandchildren, Carolyn (Joshua), Bryant (Lilly), Stephanie, Richard Jr., Peter "PJ", Connor (Laura), Michaela, Anthony, Christian, Mira, Vincenzo, Madison, and Liam; and her great-grandchildren, Ella, Dahlia, Remington "Remi", and Willow. She is also survived by her beloved sister-in-law, Lena Luizzi; very special friends, Rick Yarter, Dave and Pat Carnevale, and Richard Best Sr.; as well as many, many wonderful cousins, nieces, and nephews; especially close to her: Jackie Harte, Bonnie Clarke, Connie Styno, Sandy Brisebois, Edward Towers, Phyllis Ermentraut, Jerry Towers, Kathleen Whitsett, Karen McDonnell, Nancy Jean Qualls, and Mary Katherine Medei.
We especially remember her very special friend and Pastor Fr. John Bradley, thank you for everything and God Bless you. We would like to thank our special angel Annie sent to us from God, our saving Grace.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. at Christ Our Light Catholic Church, 1 Maria Drive, Loudonville, followed by interment at Memory Gardens.
At Carol's request, please omit flowers. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, (www.stjude.org), 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516.
To leave a message of condolence for the family, visit www.CannonFuneral.com
Note to my grandchildren: "I told each and every one of you that you were my favorite. The truth is you were ALL my favorite."

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Published by Albany Times Union from Feb. 12 to Feb. 14, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Carol Luizzi

15 Entries

The Lostritto Family

February 25, 2023

Dear Luizzi Family,

We are very sorry to hear of Carol's passing. Our mom had always held Carol in high regard and only had great things to say about her over the years. May she rest in peace and may you all find peace in all the wonderful memories you've shared with her. Another beautiful soul lost.

Mark Tuzzolo

February 16, 2023

So sorry to hear about this. My prayers to you all.

Gail Krause

February 14, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Susan Miele Szesnat

February 14, 2023

Luizzi Family, Im so sorry about Carols passing. She was so proud of all of you, and Im sure shes laughing again with Janet they were so good to each other. But I dont think Carol will rest in Peace shell be smiling and laughing that wonderful laugh !! Beautiful Mass

Lee Glenn

February 14, 2023

Carolyn and Family,

I am so very sorry for your loss.

Lee Glenn

David and Judy Kaiser

February 14, 2023

We are sorry for your loss. May her loving memory embrace you during this difficult time.

Donna Moore-Brown and Esther Moore

February 13, 2023

To Carol’s Family
We are so sorry for your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time. Our sincere condolences for your loss. A life well lived.

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the DiBernardo Family

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John P Crisorio

February 13, 2023

Tony and Family, Im so sorry to hear the passing of your Mom. God bless you all in this very difficult time.

Denise Tatum

February 13, 2023

To all of Carol's family so sorry for your loss. I remember Carol was 67 years old when she went down Vincenzo slide Tony was so scared, she would get hurt but she made it down the slide.

carol tymann

February 12, 2023

My maiden name was Caputo, and I lived next store to Pete's mom on Frost Place. I babysat for Carol and Pete's children often , when they lived there and in Colonie. Carol was a sweet woman to work for and chat with. She was a kind of role model to me in my teens.

I am truly sorry for her entire family and friends and anyone else missing her.

Carol Tymann

Mike McNulty

February 12, 2023

To all of Carol´s Family: I am very sorry for your loss.

John Aidala

February 12, 2023

To Tony and the entire Luizzi/Knauf families,

I never met Mrs. Luizzi but remember Tony from school. Extending deepest condolences to you all.

Teri M.

February 12, 2023

R.I.P. Carol Luizzi.
Laurie
May memories, along with your friends and family help you with the grieving process.
God Bless

David Ross

February 12, 2023

Nanny was so amazing in so many ways. I'll never forget the first time I met her above the garage in east hills me and Bryant drinking wine w her and Janet. Such a pleasure to be around and at the same time such a strong intellectual carasmatic women that deserved and commanded respect just by being the kind hearted intelligent women she was. I could go on and on but to those closer to her than I was know even more about the amazing women she was. I feel privileged to have enjoyed the time I had with her and thankful for the time that my son spent with her god knows and we all know she was such a positive influence on everyone that crossed paths with her. It goes without saying that she will be dearly missed by anyone that was lucky enough to have known her but if there's one thing I'd like to believe is that her and her dear friend Janet will be sipping some wine and enjoying each other's company as they always did just like the first time I met her.

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