Richard M. Palazzini

RICHARD M. PALAZZINI Richard M. Palazzini of 418 Golf Drive, SE, Brookfield, Ohio, died at 9:40 PM Saturday at Sharon Regional; Health Care System after a brief illness. He was 87. Mr. Palazzini was born in Farrell, Pennsylvania on February 11, 1918, a son of Frank and Frances (Levrangi) Palazzini. After graduating from Sharon High School in 1936, Richard went on to serve our country during WWII in the U.S. Army as a Staff SGT. His decorations included; Army of Occupation Medal, WWII Victory Medal, and the European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal. He retired after 35 years of service as a Welder for G.A.T.X., Masury. His memberships included; Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sharon, Pennsylvania, and the Knights of Columbus, Masury. In his spare time, Richard enjoyed traveling with his wife and visiting with his family. Survivors include: brother, Leo Palazzini, Jacksonville, Florida; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: his parents; and his wife, Florence M. (Sale) Palazzini, whom he married July 18, 1942, she died October 26, 1997. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sharon, with Rev. John Lody, Pastor of St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Masury, OH. Calling hours will be from 4-8 PM Wednesday at Madasz Funeral Chapel, Brookfield. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Hermitage. Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, P.O. BOX 50, Memphis, TN 38101. Family & Friends can send condolences to www.madaszchapel.com.