Victor, or “Vic” lived a full life, making the world a better place in many different ways. After graduating from Port Richmond High School and attending Wagner College in Staten Island, Vic became the first U.S. Army draftee from Staten Island in 1950. He then served in the Korean Conflict in 1951 as a sergeant. After returning to the U.S., Vic learned the plumbing business from his father. His determination and prowess for mechanics allowed Vic to start his own company, Victor A. Perosi Inc., and he flourished as one of the most well-respected mechanical plumbing contractors in New York, New Jersey, and Florida. Vic worked tirelessly to help make some of the daily products that individuals use better, through his knowledge of chemicals and materials. Some of his favorite accomplishments were small in scope, but had significant impact, such as his work in separating mercury and silver from dental capsules while he ran PMG Chemical Company. Some of his proudest accomplishments as a business owner also included working for the United Nations, the City of Manhattan, NY, Procter & Gamble, Brooklyn Union Gas Co., AT&T, BASF, and numerous other companies. One of Vic’s favorite accomplishments was establishing a powerhouse for Procter & Gamble for their daily electricity needs.
Vic was a member of the Lions Club and DAV. He was also a life member of VFW and The American Legion, and a long-time member of the Imperial Gold Club in Naples. He had a number of interests including hunting, golfing, travelling (Germany and Italy were among his favorites), tackling various social issues, and enjoying food of all varieties. His friends at Imperial Golf Club in Naples were a part of these passions, where he thrived on the golf course and cherished the creative dining (Although nothing ever seemed to quite measure up to his wife Karin’s cooking). Those who knew Vic would describe him as compassionate, neighborly, clever and convivial. He would catch you off guard with his wit and humor and would not hesitate to let you know his opinion. His warmth and social impact will most certainly be missed.
Vic was pre-deceased by his parents, Victor and Elsie (Jabush); first wife Elfriede; second wife Karin; brother Anthony; daughter Victoria and grandchild Victor McDonnell, Brett McDonnell and Gabriela Russo. He is survived by his daughter Amy Perosi of Staten Island, NY; sister Rose Brunda of Naples, FL; step-sons Gerard (Donna) Schofield of Staten Island, NY; Mark (Carmen) Schofield of Middletown, NJ; Kevin (Patricia) Schofield of Minneapolis, MN; grandchildren Evan McDonnell, Colby McDonnell and Frank Perosi; step-grandchildren Ralph, Christopher, Nicholas, Amanda, Mark, Anthony, Dillon, Tyler and Nicole Schofield, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 9 between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9pm at Harmon Funeral Home, 571 Forest Ave. Staten Island, NY. Church services will be held at 10am on Tuesday, November 10 at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. Vic’s entombment will be at the Perosi Mausoleum at Ocean View Cemetery on Staten Island.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Support Group.
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