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Gaetano Mazza Obituary

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Gaetano Mazza, age 61 years, of Toledo died in his home on January 26, 2014. Born in Sicily, his parents along with him and his five siblings emigrated to Canada where the family settled. Gaetano later moved to Toledo, where he met and married the former Kathleen Latowski, who survives. An entrepreneur, he owned and operated several neighborhood pizza stores beginning with Starr Pizzeria, located on Starr Ave., remaining active in the business until recently. In his leisure time, he enjoyed gardening and following the Detroit Red Wing Hockey Team. He was preceded in death by his father, Peter Mazza.

Surviving are his wife, Kathleen; son, Peter (Jeny) Mazza; daughters, Michelle (Grady) Guthrie and Josie Mazza; extended family including Merrill Mullins; mother, Guiseppa Mazza; brothers, Charles (Josephine), Tony (Rena), Mike (Renee), Dino (Josie) and Johnny, all of Windsor, ON; grandchildren, Grady and Dylan Guthrie, Devin and Bella Mazza.

Friends may call Thursday, January 30, 2014, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the Thomas I. Wisniewski Funeral Home, 2426 North Reynolds Rd. (between Central and Bancroft) with Scripture Services at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated Friday, January 31, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. in Little Flower Church where family and friends may gather beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment North Oregon Cemetery.

Memorial tributes may be made in the form of contributions to the American Cancer Society.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Blade on Jan. 29, 2014.

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Sam Rodríguez

December 30, 2022

Kathy,
It´s Sam Rodriguez, I helped run Shetler´s Pizza King for Guy and you after Dino left to Italy. I also worked at Starr´s Pizza next to the Arlington Resturant. I´m sorry to read about Guy. I appreciated Guy and Dino when I lived in Toledo. I´m sorry for your lost to you and the family. May he RIP and May God bless you and the family.

February 4, 2014

Kathy
Very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Phyllis

February 1, 2014

Our deepest sympathies from cousins, Pina And Dina Bonifacio and their families from Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He will be forever on our minds

Shelia (Guthrie) Long

February 1, 2014

To the Mazza and Guthrie Family, So saddened to hear about your recent loss. I have been praying for Guy and your family. May GOD give you peace and Precious memories.

Gerriann Russell

January 30, 2014

Kathy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God guide you through this time of need.

Frank Maniscalco

January 30, 2014

My condolences to the family. Very sadden to hear of your loss

Margo Barnet

January 29, 2014

Renee, Mike & family: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful time and with your brother's wife, children, your Mother and extended family and friends. May he rest in Peace.

Tonya Price (Avon)

January 29, 2014

Kathy and the entire Mazza family. My prayer is that you experience the peace that only God can provide. Know that God said he would never leave you nor forsake you. Draw onto that strength that he offers. Embrace your memories . I have fond memories of him.

Margaret & Jim Bauknecht

January 29, 2014

Kathy Jim an I are so sorry for your loss. I know how hard its going to be. I want you to know that our thoughts and prays are going to be with you and your family. Remember that GOD is always at your side .

June Ann Long

January 29, 2014

You will be sadly missed Guy by all your Family and Friends

The Slawter Family

January 29, 2014

Dino and Family,
Sending sincere condolences during this difficult time. May lots of wonderful memories of Guy bring you comfort in the days to come.

TONY BRADEN

January 29, 2014

It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

giovanni fanara

January 29, 2014

Sending sincere condolences to all the Mazza family,your in our prayers from Giovanni &Debbie Fanara and familia.

January 29, 2014

Kathy I am so sorry for the loss of your husband, Guy. I will not be able to make the funeral but I want you and your family to know that I will Pray for Guy and for you also. I know how hard it is to lose someone you love.....Peace and the Lord be with you.
Bev Weingarten, Cousin

January 29, 2014

Our sincere condolences to the Mazza family! May the peace and acceptance of God's promise of eternal life comfort you at this time of sorrow! The Russeau family: Sam, Debbie, Amber, Sammy and David.

Connie Happy

January 29, 2014

Kathy and family so sorry to hear of your loss.

Juanita Mullins

January 29, 2014

you will be missed my friend, rest in peace,Prayers love and blessings to all the family,

January 29, 2014

Dear family and friends, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. May you be consoled in prayer to the God of all comfort and please remember, he knows every time you cry (Psalms 56:8), and he desires to comfort and strengthen you.

Lisa & Brendt Sundermeier

January 29, 2014

Our thought and prayers go out to you all during this time.

Lisa & Steve Breault

January 29, 2014

We are all very sorry for the loss of your brother, son and uncle. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult moment.

Dennis & Jean Brock

January 29, 2014

Our Thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. May God richly bless you and provide the strength needed.

Pamela Gist

January 29, 2014

May God bless and comfort you in your time of grief.

Carol Plante

January 28, 2014

Mike, Renee, Michael, Angelo, Miranda; My deepest sympathies are with you during this time of loss. Mike, your brother is now at peace and no longer suffering. May God be with you and your family during thiss time. Love Carol

Faye Guthrie

January 28, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Toni and Gino Piazza

January 28, 2014

Mike, Renee, Michael, Angelo, Miranda…our deepest sympathy for the loss of a great brother and uncle. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

January 28, 2014

We are very sorry for the loss of your son, brother, and uncle. Our thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.

gino buscemi

January 28, 2014

may god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow

Harold & Judi Rieger

January 28, 2014

Deep Sympathy to the Mazza Family. So sorry for your loss. May he rest in Peace

Uncle Bob Ochala

January 28, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you

Mary and Angelo Lo Faso

January 28, 2014

Our sincere condolences to Mike and Renee and the Mazza family. May he rest in peace.

June ann long

January 28, 2014

I am so sorry for your lose Kathy and Mazza Family. He was really a great Guy. May you truly Rest In Peace Guy. You will be sadly missed by all.

Barb Locke

January 28, 2014

Our deepest condolences to you and your family, Josie. Though this battle was difficult, now his spirit will soar and be close to you always.

January 28, 2014

Our deepest condolences to you john ,for your loss,may he rest in peace forever,now with no more suffering! Nadia and Mario Moretto

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