Arthur C. Pizzigati

Arthur C. Pizzigati

MEDUSA — Described by his family as a loving father and adoring grandfather, Arthur C. Pizzigati was an Army veteran who worked as a craftsman and salesman. He died unexpectedly on Monday, Aug. 18, 2014.

Born in Cedarhurst, Long Island in 1927, he was honorably discharged from the United States Army in 1947 as a Technician Fifth Grade.

He was the co-owner of A. & E. Pizzigati Lumber in Inwood, New York and was a contractor, carpenter, and custom kitchen cabinet craftsman.  He also worked as a salesman for Allied, Viking, Bradco, Allside Building Supply Companies, retiring at age 72.

He was the past president of the Greenville Kiwanis, a member of the Elks, the Medusa Volunteer Fire Company, and the Albany Area Builders Association. 

In his early years, he raced Midget racers. He was an avid golfer, and a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Greenville.

His wife of 50 years, Agnes L. Pizzigati, died before him.

He is survived by his four children, Arthur J. Pizzigati, Susan Leanza, Carol-Lisa Gutman and her husband, Joseph Jr., and Edward C. Pizzigati and his wife, Joli; nine beautiful grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren with three great-grandchildren on the way.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a “Celebration of Art’s Life” at the Medusa Volunteer Fire Company, 29 Route 351, Medusa, New York on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 2 to 5 p.m.

Arrangements are by the A. J. Cunningham Funeral Home in Greenville and condolences may be left online at ajcunninghamfh.com.

More Obituaries

  • In Memory of Robert Lawyer Sr.

    April 9, 1927 - March 2, 2004
     

    It’s so hard to believe how fast the last 20 years have gone by. The last time I touched your hands, it didn’t seem that long ago.

  • EAST BERNE — Christina Anne Baker, a social worker who liked spending time with her family, died peacefully on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. She was 74.

    Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Margaret and Joseph Welsh Sr.

    Her husband, Michael D. Baker Sr., died before her.

  • ALTAMONT — A patriot and principled man who valued faith and civic duty, Harry Carlson helped engineer the state’s highway system.

    He died on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 with his family by his side. He was 92.

The Altamont Enterprise is focused on hyper-local, high-quality journalism. We produce free election guides, curate readers' opinion pieces, and engage with important local issues. Subscriptions open full access to our work and make it possible.