Calogero Vella, a longtime resident of Pleasantville, passed away June 2, 2016. He was 89. He was born in Serra DiFalco, Italy on August 29, 1926 the son of Vincenzo and Maria (Ribaudo) Vella. Beloved husband of the late Mary (Ferraro) Vella. Beloved father of Maria DiGiannantonio (Vincent), Luisa Garito (Sal), Anna DiTroia (Dante) and Rosie Miele (Pat). Cherished grandfather of Tino (Barbara), Vinny, Kristina, Daniela, Joseph, Sal & Michael. Loving great-grandfather of Alex, David, Julia and Gianna. Also survived by his brother Angelo Vella.
He was a self-employed landscaper in the Pleasantville area for over 40 years, and later was the crossing guard at the Saw Mill River Parkway.
He loved making trips to Atlantic City, NJ, He was an avid gardener, loved working around the house, and enjoyed telling stories.
Visiting hours, Sunday & Monday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at Beecher Flooks Funeral Home, Pleasantville. Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday 10 AM, Holy Innocents Church, Pleasantville. Burial following at All Souls Cemetery, Pleasantville, NY.