Paul C. "Digger" Vendetti Obituary (1926 - 2018)

Paul C. Vendetti "Digger" of Horseheads, NY passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at the age of 92. Paul was born on August 17, 1926 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Nicholas and Mary Capozzi Vendetti. Paul is also predeceased by one sibling. He served his country honorably with the US Navy during WWII. Paul had 40 years of dedicated service at Woodlawn National Cemetery, was a member of the American Legion Post #442, and an avid Yankee Fan. He will always be remembered for his ever present humor. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Rosemary Ryan Vendetti; children, Vickie (Al) Fife, Paulie (Gay) Vendetti and Karen (Frank) Ayers; grandchildren, Wendi (Doug) Canfield, Nick Vendetti, Ashley McLaughlin, Kelly Hummel, Felicia Ayers, Josh Ayers; great grandchild, Lindsey Canfield; special sister-in-law, Joanie; brother-in-law, Joe Mack; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to Sullivan's Funeral Home, 365 E. Franklin St. at Rt. 13, Horseheads, NY on Monday, August 27, 2018 from 4PM - 6PM. Paul's Funeral Service will follow at 6PM with Fr. John DeSosio. Paul will be laid to rest in Woodlawn National Cemetery with Military Honors on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at 10am. The family would like to thank Bethany Manor and Corning Hospital staff for the excellent care that was given to Paul. To send flowers to the family of Paul C. "Digger" Vendetti, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.