Melvin D. Bizzarro
Melvin D. Bizzarro, 42, of 23 River St., Bradford, passed away Friday, January 16, 2015.
Born February 6, 1972 in Bradford, he was a son of David Bizzarro of Bradford and Julie (Gum) Day of Port Orange Fl.
On June 12, 1993 in St. Bernard Church, he married Michelle R. (Stidd) Bizzarro who survives.
He attended Bradford area schools and graduated from Warren High School in 1990.
He started working at Togi's Family Restaurant in the early 1990's and after his marriage Mel and Michelle purchased Togi's Family Restaurant.
Mel was an avid golfer and golfed in several area leagues. He was a member of the Pennhills Club and the Pine Acres Country Club. He formerly coached Little League Baseball, Midget League Football and Bradford Youth Basketball League.
Surviving in addition to his wife, is one daughter, Melanie Bizzarro, of Pittsburgh, one son, Vincenzo "Vinnie" Bizzarro, of Bradford, two sisters, Melissa (Kevin) Winter, of Prosper TX, and Joy (Shane) Harless of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews.
At the family's request there will be no visitation. Private services will be held at the convenience of family at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc. East Main St., with the Rev. Vincent Cieslewicz, pastor of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church officiating. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the SPCA, P.O. Box 113 Bradford PA, 16701, or to any area youth sports programs.
On line condolences may be made at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Dennis & Kaye Campogiani
deepest sympathies to the family. If there is something i can do please let me know. God Bless you all.
— karen abbott
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I remember Mel in the high street neighborhood. Soaring with the Angels now. Rest in peace my friend.
— Tina Mangus Madine
Mel gave me, a strange little ambitious punk, my first shot at a job through Togis, and came through for the family in a clutch. Said he'd give me a call when he came to Pittsburgh to visit his college bound kid for a drink at the Hofbrauhaus last I saw him. I'll make the trip still and raise several glasses in the spirit of the man who could make a balled up saran wrap from thirty feet out into a fist-sized trash can look easy.
-Cheers to Mel-
— Zachary Scott
Mel gave me, a strange little ambitious punk, my first shot at a job through Togis, and came through for the family in a clutch. Said he'd give me a call when he came to Pittsburgh to visit his college bound kid for a drink at the Hofbrauhaus last I saw him. I'll make the trip still and raise several glasses in the spirit of the man who could make a balled up saran wrap from thirty feet out into a fist-sized trash can look easy.
-Cheers to Mel-
— Zachary Scott
Dave I am so very sorry to hear of your beloved Mel's passing I will always remember your funny stories of him when we worked together. You Were the best father to your kids. You Loved to play ball and to coach your son. My heart breaks for you. May the Lord embrace Mel and comfort you and your family. Hugs Rosie please contact me if you need to talk.
— Roseanne Iresabal
David, Melissa, and Joy, please accept my sincere condolences for Mel's tragic passing. I always remember Mel as a good kid when we would come down from Buffalo to visit, and I can still picture him walking through the front door to Grandma and Grandpa Bizzarro's house to see everyone. May you and your family find peace with the support and love of each other.
— Bob Frank
David, Melissa, and Joy, please accept my sincere condolences for Mel's tragic passing. I always remember Mel as a good kid when we would come down from Buffalo to visit, and I can still picture him walking through the front door to Grandma and Grandpa Bizzarro's house to see everyone. May you and your family find peace with the support and love of each other.
— Bob Frank
Mel was taken from us way too soon! My heart is broken for our entire family, especially his parents, sisters and children. Since we were babies, he was always my hero! This is a heart-wrenching loss. I will miss him for the rest of my life.
— Stacy Taylor
May your family find the peace that eases your suffering. I am thinking of you and sending prayers to all.
— Jennifer Frasier
Mr. Bizzarro, I am so saddened by Mel's tragic passing. Mel was always a friend, ever since little league when you were our coach. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
— Curtis MacDonald
Times like this remind us of just how short and precious life is.
Mel and I had many good times together growing up, leaving me with
stories to tell when a smile is needed. My thoughts are with his
family.
— Ron Saxton
Words cannot express my sincere sympathy. My dad, "Coach Horovitz" always adored Mel. I always enjoyed hearing stories about Mel, including what an amazing football player he was. I will continue to pray for his children, who lost their father far too soon.
— Cara Welfer
Always a friend and a teammate. Sadly missed.
— Jeff Blair
Prayers and more prayers for your family.
— Tina Burgoon Cothren
We will miss Mel across the street and in the neighborhood. He always had a smile and a wave.You are in our prayers.
— Paul,Michelle and McKenna Kelly
I was a Teacher and Coach of Mels.
I am so sorry to here of his untimely Passing.
May he rest in peace.
— Bob Horovitz
Mel coached the Maholic boys in basketball. They loved him thought he was so funny. They want to say sorry to Vinnie.
— Maholic family
So sorry for your loss. We grew up together and he will be sadly missed.
— The Gustafson Family
I am so saddened by your loss. My son went to school with Mel. Mel was always a wonderful young man to deal with. Sending prayers to your family and strength in the days that lay ahead.
— Marsha Calderwood
So very sorry for your loss. I went to school with Mel. Prayers to you and your family.
— Niki (Carney) Moyer
Dave, Julie & Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength and courage during this difficult time
— Judy Martin, Wentzville, MO
So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
— Lisa Masisak
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God grant you peace and strength in the days ahead.
— Lois, Kevin and Emily Housler
So very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Kris & Sarah Corah Mark & Michelle Corah Kurt & Shawn Corah and Dixie Corah Gordon
— Dixie Gordon
Words cannot express how sorry I am,,,,,,,
— Jeannette Bowers-Clark
Very sorry for your loss. I went to school with Mel. He was alway very nice to me. Prayers for u and ur family.
— Aime (Cothard) Murphy
David and family, we console you in the loss of Mel . Realizing life is fragile we understand how death does not define you but reveals you. We pray and wish you peace in the days ahead and trust our shared faith will be our guidance. Dan and Chris Minich
— Dan and Chris Minich
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.
— Kristy Weaver
Deepest condolences to the entire family. You are all in our family's prayers.
— Chad and Jen Neely
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family. God bless
— Linda Whiteman
I cant believe hes gone. We went to school together and i just saw him last month at the kids christmas concert. My daughter was also in melanies graduating class 2014. Prayers everyone. Such a tragic loss.
— angel atkinson
joy and family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
— christina kennedy wilmoth
My thoughts a prayers are with all the family
Sincerely Mimi Frantz
— Mimi Frantz
So very sorry for your lose R.I.P. Mel praying for you and your family
— Laurie South