Costanzo, Salvatore J.
CLIFTON PARK — Salvatore J. Costanzo, 88 of Pine Ridge II, died suddenly on Monday, January 14, 2019, after being stricken at home.
Born in Mechanicville on July 29, 1930, he was the son of the late Raphael and Rose Taglione Costanzo. After graduating from Mechanicville High School, Sal enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War, and was discharged as a sergeant. Sal was a machinist for many years at the former Ford Motor plant in Green Island. He had also volunteered at Our Lady of Hope for a number of years.
Sal will be remembered for his jovial personality, quick wit and friendly ways. An avid golfer, Sal along with many friends, played in Van Patten golf leagues, where he served for several years as president. He also was a diehard N.Y. Yankees fan who always expected them to be champions. He enjoyed bowling and get togethers with family and friends. Years ago, Sal was a dedicated Mechanicville- Stillwater Little League manager, coach, and league official who loved teaching young boys the game of baseball. He had been more interested in teaching than winning.
He was predeceased by his daughter Teresa Costanzo; and sisters, Phyllis Martinelli and Susan Maloney. Survi-
y vors include his wife of 11 years, Helen Hebert Costanzo; daughter Mary Costanzo; son Salvatore (Carolyn) Costanzo; grandchildren, Tara, Drew and Hannah; great-grandkids, Shane and Niamh; stepchildren, Neil, Gary and Ron Urbaetis and Valerie Farley, Deborah Hebert Croyle, Christopher (Melissa) Hebert; step-grandkids; brother Ralph (Majiel) Costanzo of Michigan; nieces, nephews and families.
A funeral Mass will be held on Friday at 9 a.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Crescent and burial with military honors will follow in the Saratoga National Cemetery. Calling hours at the Devitosalvadore Funeral Home, 39 S. Main St., Mechanicville on Thursday from 3-7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in respectful memory of Sal Costanzo.
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y to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements have been entrusted by the family to the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home, Clifton Park. To leave an online condolence please visit gordoncemerickf uneralhome.com y
g , , and Taeron Washington; She was the precious granddaughter of Marion Haughton, Deloris and Larry Douglas; niece of David Haughton; Daniel Haughton; Darlene Alecksynas, Vashon Oakley, Angela Walder, Bernice Walder and several cousins and many friends.
Brianna was a beautiful, caring and loving young lady that had a heart of gold and was always there for anyone that needed her help. She had such a love for her family, especially her little boy Justice. She loved playing basketball, having camp fires and even splitting wood. We will always cherish her beautiful smile, amazing personality and all the precious memories she created.
Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral service on Saturday at 10 a.m. in the House of Praise, located on Route 9 in Castleton. Friends and family may attend her calling hours on Friday from 4-8 p.m. at the Wm. J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpke, Rensselaer. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family.