Carlo Antonio Ricupero, 82, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 with his loving family by his side.
Carlo was born in Italy and was the son of the late Cosimo and Maria (Baumbaca) Ricupero. Carlo was predeceased by his wife Rosa (Galea) Ricupero. They were married for over 36 years.
He came to America as a young man, enjoyed playing soccer and bocci. His first job was at Roma Imports and after owning several businesses, he retired as the Sole Proprietor of Perma Ceram. Carlo was a proud founder and life long member of the IACC and received the Presidents Award in 2021.
He shared his time residing in Murrells Inlet ,SC and Albany, NY. He was a communicant of the Parish of Mater Christi and a member of St. Michael's the Archangel of SC.
Carlo developed a love for cooking from scratch. He especially enjoyed making his own wine. He was a proud father and Nonno, who taught the importance of family, "La famigila é tutto".
Carlo is survived by his partner, Jeanette Anziano, his children, Maria (John) Bianca, Franca (Carl) Groves, Joseph (Kara) Ricupero, Lisa (Nick) Criscone. He is the proud grandfather of Luke, Felicia, Zoya, Austin, Roman, Cole, Isabella, Giancarlo, Alexandra, Sophia, Cosimo and Olivia. He is also survived by six siblings and predeceased by one sister.
Calling hours will be held at Mater Christi, 40 Hopewell St., Albany, on Monday May 22, 2023 from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 am at the church. Interment will follow the Mass at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Colonie.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society (donate.cancer.org).