Mario Marruso

Mario Marruso, 77, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply and will forever cherish his memory.

Born on May 16, 1949, in the small mountain village of Sacco, in the province of Salerno, Italy, Mario was proud of his Italian heritage and the humble beginnings that shaped the man he became. The son of Cosimo and Rosario Marruso, he grew up with a strong work ethic and an appreciation for the importance of family.

As a young teenager, Mario left Italy for Germany, where he took on physically demanding work, demonstrating the toughness, determination, and perseverance that would define his life. He eventually emigrated to the United States, settling in Schenectady, New York, where he began a new chapter working for General Electric and building a life for his family. Schenectady would remain his home for the rest of his life, including the very same house where he and his wife raised their children.

Mario met his beloved wife, Cosimina, in Italy, and they married when he was 27 years old. Together, they built a life centered on family and raised three children: Cosimo, Antonio, and Rosamaria, and her husband, Luis Cruz. He was a proud grandfather to Angelo, Aria, and Ava Marruso, who brought him tremendous joy.

A hardworking and strong-willed man, Mario lived a simple life, finding happiness in the things he loved most. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time outdoors. He took pride in tending to his garden and loved caring for his dogs and canaries. He found contentment in the familiar comforts of home and the everyday moments spent with those he loved.

Above all else, Mario loved his family. He was always there for his children, rarely missing an opportunity to cheer them on from the sidelines of their baseball and basketball games. Though he could be stern while raising his children, there was never any question of how deeply he loved them. To his children, he was Papa — a constant presence, a source of strength, and someone they could always count on.

Mario was a man of remarkable toughness, shaped by a life that demanded strength and perseverance. Yet behind his rugged exterior was a wonderful smile and a subtle sense of humor that those who knew him will remember fondly. He was a man of strong faith in God, whose character, determination, and devotion to his family were a testament to the values he carried throughout his life.

In addition to his beloved wife, Cosimina; his children, Cosimo, Antonio, and Rosamaria (Luis); and his grandchildren, Angelo, Aria, and Ava, Mario is survived by his younger brother, Marco. He was predeceased by his parents, Cosimo and Rosario Marruso; his brothers, Gabriel and Paolo; and his niece, Rosangela.

Mario will be remembered as a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, and the toughest man his family has ever known. His journey from a small village in Italy to building a life in America was one of sacrifice, hard work, and unwavering determination. But his greatest accomplishment was the family he built and the love he gave so freely.

He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his calling hours on Tuesday November 17, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, NY 12205. All are invited to share memories and celebrate Mario's life following at 12 Noon. Entombment will follow at Schenectady Memorial Park.

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