Angelo J. Zinni

When Angelo walked into the room, those in his company felt energy, an enthusiastic spontaneity. This was just one example of who Angelo was and how he impacted those around him. It was as if Angelo wanted to share all of their experiences, revel in their lives and celebrate their discoveries. Angelo was tireless and had boundless enthusiasm that would serve him well throughout his life. Angelo J. Zinni, 96, a long-time resident of the Las Vegas area, passed away on October 28, 2012 at Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center. He was born on May 5, 1916 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He found his soul mate and partner for life when he married Dorothy. They had two children Martha and David. Angelo worked as an aircraft engineer for over 32 years. He helped design and tool the first helicopter for Piasecki which eventually became Vertol then Boeing. Angelo loved good food, socializing, and his favorite pursuits were playing golf and the horse races. He was a very loving man and his family always came first. Angelo is preceded in death by his wife Dorothy; and his brother Anthony “Chick” Zinni. He is survived by his son David (Dena Adams); his daughter Martha (Peter) Green; grandsons David (Allie) Zinni, Michael (Irma) Zinni, Steven Zinni, Gary (Heather) Green, and Joel Zinni; granddaughter Angela Green; great-grandchildren Alexis, Samantha, Kayla, Alyssa, Luke, Lilly, Lachlin, Jonathan, and Nicholas; sister Matilda McHale; and sister-in-law Evelyn Zinni. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Catholic Charities or Prince of Peace Catholic Church. There was always a certain style and inventiveness to Angelo. He was a dynamic, self-expressive person who was forever looking to celebrate the endless possibilities life had to offer. Others looked to Angelo for inspiration, leadership, wisdom and even courage. Sleep with the angels Angelo… Arrangements under the direction of Palm Eastern Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.