Definition of a family man
Edward Scozzare, beloved father, grandfather, Uncle, Great Uncle and friend passed away on Sunday January 10, 2021.
Preceded in death and reunited with the love of his life, Alice Scozzare. Also preceded in death by his two brothers, Joseph and Peter Scozzare.
He was born February 27th, 1934 in Staten Island, NY, and resided on the island for his entire life.
After graduating from Wagner College, Ed served in the army, where he met his beloved wife on a blind date while stationed in Utah. .Ed worked as a plant manager for US Gypsum for over 40 Years. He also umpired for Staten Island Softball leagues. This started as a way to earn some extra money, but he so enjoyed it, he never wanted to stop. Big Ed never missed a call. He enjoyed coaching CYO girls basketball for many years. After his retirement, he needed a way to keep busy so he became a volunteer at Eger's Nursing Home, where he transported patients. When at home, Ed loved spending time with his dogs and snuggling with them on the sofa while watching every episode of Law and Order and NCIS.
Ed was the definition of a family man, a loving husband, father, and grandfather and would do anything for his family. He enjoyed traveling, and went on many memorable cruises and other family vacations.
He had a big smile, a gruff exterior but was a teddy bear at heart. Ed embraced his Italian heritage and loved telling stories about growing up on Staten Island, the son of immigrant parents.
He is survived by his four children Monica Scozzare (Steve Herrmann), Tina Stark (Richard Stark), Edward (Ed) Scozzare (Marian Ju Scozzare) Lee Mooney (Matt Mooney) and his grandson Christian Stark.
Due to COVID 19 restrictions there will be no wake. A funeral mass will be conducted at Blessed Sacrament Church on 1/19/2021 at 10:30am. Masks and social distancing will be strictly enforced. The service will also be live-streamed (https://boxcast.tv/view/scozzare-funeral- a1bmke1xw vszuxqfdryd ). When it is safe to do so, we will have the proper send-off that befits this great man. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Eger's nursing home or a favorite charity of your choice in his name.
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