Obituary of Philomena Saracco

Saracco, Philomena (nee Romano), beloved wife of the late Sebastian Saracco, passed away on September 11, 2011 in Wayne at the age of 97. Born in Norristown, PA to Giuseppe and Philomena (nee Corbo) Romano, sister to Anthony and Louis Romano all whom have predeceased her. At an early age, her family returned to their native country, Faicchio, Italy where she spent the early part of her life, surviving the trials and tribulations of WW II. She returned to America and married Sebastian Saracco, where they owned and operated several restaurants in Paterson, Clifton, and Hackettstown. After the death of her husband, she settled in Totowa, attending St. James Church. She was also active in their Totowa Senior Club until moving to Wayne, four years ago. She is survived by many nieces, nephews, grand and great nieces and nephews and friends who will dearly miss her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd, Totowa, on Thursday at 9:30 AM. Funeral Mass to follow at St. James R.C. Church, Totowa at 10:00 AM. Entombment at Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum, Paterson. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated.