Phil as everyone called him, was born on April 8, 1929 in Brooklyn, NY to Vito and Jenny. He was appointed to the NYPD On May 1, 1952. Phil was mounted for part of his career with the NYPD and proudly rode “Horse Cuttone” at some memorable assignments. On April 27, 1958 he married the love of his life, Helen Dorenzo, they made a striking couple. They were excited to welcome their little girl Gina into the fold in 1965.
Phil went on to accomplish many things in his life, but his proudest accomplishment was raising his little girl, when he was widowed in 1969. Phil was a man with a joy for life, regardless of circumstances. He was a light everywhere he went, with his big smile and innate compassion for people. Everyone he came into contact with was drawn to him. There are no words to express how much he will be missed.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 5, from 2-4 & 7-9 at Higgins Funeral Home, 321 South Main Street, New City. A funeral service will be held at St. Anthony’s Shrine Church on Thursday at 10:00 am, followed by interment at St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Nanuet, NY.
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