Salvatore Vitale's Obituary
Salvatore Vitale, 70, known to family and friends as Sal, died peacefully at home on Saturday January 18 after a 14 month battle with Leukemia. He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing and was lovingly supported by many friends throughout his illness.
Sal was born in New York City to Peter Vitale, Sr of Cinisi and Rose Palazzolo of Terrasini, Sicily. He is survived by his wife Judith, his stepson CJ Pedores, his daughter Faybra and son-in-law Josh Luke, his brothers Peter, Frank and Joe, and many close cousins and family members.
Sal first came to Tucson in 1971 to head a summer education program on San Carlos reservation. He got degrees in education and devoted the rest of his career to working with and helping special needs children. He was famously generous of his time and talent with his friends and family as well as his students, and his big heart and compassion will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
Visitation will be at Evergreen Mortuary on January 26, 2020 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Funeral Mass is scheduled for 2:00 PM on Monday January 27, 2020 at St. Odilia church. Burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
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