Obituary of Ernest F. Passaro

Passaro, Ernest F. Litchfield Park, Az/Rochester, NY: March 10, 2017. Predeceased by his wife, Elaine (Burgo) Passaro. He is survived by children, Sharon (Mark Molinari) Passaro, Mary Ellen Passaro, Ernest (Lori) Passaro, Elisa Passaro; brother, Donald Passaro; 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchild; nieces and nephews. His family will receive loved ones TUESDAY, 4-7 PM at the funeral home (570 Kings Highway South). Please join his family Wednesday, 11 AM at Christ Our Light Chapel at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery for his funeral service. Entombment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association(alz.org) or Sun Valley Animal Shelter (sunvalleypets.org/how-to-donate/) in his memory. The Passaro-Burgo family cherish the many memories of Ernie with joyful and thankful hearts. We can best describe him as incredibly loving, gentle, kind, and supportive always willing to help anyone who was in need. Hardworking and creative, he could often be found in the cellar working at his tool bench creating or repairing a plethora of things to spending time at his cottage in the 1000 Islands boating and fishing on the St Lawrence River. Ernie had many hobbies such as exercising in fitness classes at the Wigwam resort, hunting, and taking long walks in the woods. He loved animals and raised many dogs in his lifetime leaving behind 'his Molly' who was faithful to the end. He was known best for 'helping others and showing up' at any hour of the day. 2 Timothy 4:7 'I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.' Dad/Grandpa we thank you for shaping our lives leaving behind your great legacy of integrity, passion and tremendous self-sacrificial love. To share a memory or send the family a condolence, please visitwww.harrisfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to Philip F. Profetta