James M. Brancato, 70, of North Main St., Sherburne, NY, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017 at the Norwich Rehab and Nursing Center.
He was born January 27, 1946 in Norwich, a son of the late James M. and Rose Pepe Brancato. He received his early education in Sherburne schools and was a graduate of Norwich High School. Affectionately known as “Muskie”, James worked at Lewis’ Restaurant in Sherburne until retiring. He was an avid sports fan and a history buff. He was of the Catholic faith.
Surviving are three sisters and a brother-in-law, Maria E. Galton of Canastota; Gail Huhtala of Norwich; Kathleen and Gary Welch of Hamilton; a sister-in-law, Helen Brancato of Norwich; many nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Alicia Gelsomin. He was predeceased by a brother, Charles Brancato.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10am Saturday, May 27, 2017 from St. Malachy's Church, East State St., Sherburne, NY.
Interment will be in St. Malachy’s Cemetery, Sherburne.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Burgess & Tedesco Funeral Home, 10 S. Main St., Sherburne, NY.
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