Saverio Tufano

Saverio "Papa" Tufano entered into eternal life on Friday January 12, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. His spirit will be carried on by his three children Ralph (Barbara), Hope (Tom) and Xavier (Suzanne), 10 grandchildren Nicole (Mike), Krista (Nino), Ralph Jr. (Brittany), Joseph (Dasha), Alyssa, Christina (Kevin), Nicholas, John, Gabriella, and Xavier and seven great grandchildren Ava, Leo, Joseph, Lucas, Audriana, Alexis, and Juliette. He leaves behind his sister Irene and brothers Emanuel and John. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was born February 12, 1938 in Naples, Italy to the late Raffaele and Speranza (DeSena) Tufano. He grew up helping his parents on the farm before the family moved to Brooklyn where he met the future love of his life, Adeline Falchetto (“Honey”). On their first date he told her they were going to get married. She said, "that's what you think." A year and half later they were married on June 21, 1958 in St. Catherine of Sienna Church in Brooklyn. They began their wonderful life together with the births of their children; Ralph, Hope and Xavier. Shortly thereafter they bought a home in Bulls Head and moved to Staten Island. Saverio worked hard to support his growing family. He began as a painter but also did side jobs, then started his own painting business, and finally became a successful home builder. He believed in a strong work ethic. Saverio was called “Papa” by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was always cheering them on at dance recitals, sporting events, and graduations. He was happiest when the family was all together enjoying Honey’s delicious dinners. Papa and Honey became “snowbirds” in the winter months when they would travel to Florida. While he enjoyed the warm weather, he would say “good morning” to every picture of the grandchildren as he was always thinking about his family. He’s also traveled to many places enjoying life. Papa’s strength and spirit will live on in his family and friends. We were all so lucky to have him as part of our lives giving us all these wonderful memories. He was a great family man and is at eternal peace with Honey. We love you forever, our Papa. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:30 AM on Wednesday at St Thomas the Apostle Church located at 50 Maguire Avenue Staten Island, New York 10309. Interment will be in Ocean View Cemetery, Staten Island, NY. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at The John Vincent Scalia Home For Funerals, Inc., 28 Eltingville Blvd. (at Eltingville Station), Staten Island, New York. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.scaliahome.com

Saverio Tufano

February 12, 1938 - January 12, 2024