Mario Marseglia Sr.

Mario Marseglia Sr. was born in Vairano Patinora, Italy, and son of Vincenzo and Paolina (Cipolla) Marseglia.

Previously a resident of Providence, he lived in Cranston for over 55 years at 30 Frances Ave., Cranston, RI 02910.

He was the brother of Olindo Marseglia of Providence, Alberto Marseglia and Michael Marseglia. He and his wife Rose (Ruzzano) Marseglia had three children, Mario Marseglia Jr. of Cranston, Vincent A. Marseglia of Warwick and Pauline A. Catauro of Cranston. He was also grandfather of Eric Marseglia, Christine, Michael Marseglia, Alaina, Kathryn Marseglia, Christopher Catauro and Jennifer Catauro; great-grandfather of Nicholas Marseglia.

Mr. Marseglia was owner of Mario’s Sanitary Barber Shop on Park Avenue in Cranston. According to his son, Vincent Marseglia, the word "Sanitary" was inserted by Mario's wife, Rose. He was one of the youngest to ever receive a barber license from the State of RI at the age of 16 on Feb. 27, 1932. He was very loyal to his customers, visiting and providing haircuts for them in their homes and in hospitals when they were ill.

Mr. Marseglia was a communicant of St. Matthew Church, Cranston and regularly served the church at Sunday mass as an Usher and volunteer for church functions. Mr. Marseglia was a third-degree Knight of Cranston Council 1738 for 21 years.

Mario's Godson is a member of the Cranston Police Department and currently holds the rank of Detective. Mr. Marseglia was also a longtime associate member of the Cranston FOP.

His funeral was held Tuesday, July 17, from the Nardolillo Funeral Home, 1278 Park Ave., Cranston, followed by a Mass of Christian burial in St. Matthew’s Church, Elmwood Avenue, Cranston. A burial was in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Matthew’s Church, 15 Frances Ave., Cranston, RI 02910.