Salvatore V. Pezzano, 92, of Niles, passed away on Friday September 4, 2026 at Mercy Health St. Joseph’s Warren Hospital.

He was born June 22, 1934 in Niles the son of Guiseppe and Concetta Inglese Pezzano.

Sal was a 1952 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and attended St. Joseph’s College in Indiana and Youngstown State University.. He was employed as a mechanical engineer at Wean United retiring in the early 90’s.

He was a member of Saint Pope John XXIII Parish-Mt. Carmel Church in Niles, ITAM 39 in Niles, ITAM 30 in Warren, and a starter and player in several leagues at Riverview Golf Club.

He enjoyed golfing, playing cards, bocce, and woodworking.

Sal was a United States Army Veteran. During his military duties he spent time in Chicago working with the Nike Missiles project during The Cold War.

He will be deeply missed by his wife Diane Marino Pezzano whom he married July 15, 1978, a son Michael Pezzano of Niles, two daughters, Christine Pezzano of Niles, and Jacquelyn Mikesell(Tom) of Warren, a brother Joseph Pezzano of Sanford, Florida, five grandchildren, Renee McCallion(Bill), Alicia Stonestreet(Ed), Kelsy Gatta(Samuel), Joseph Mikesell(Selena), Jacob Mikesell(Marissa), and nine great-grandchildren, Cormac, Finley, Mia, Brynley, Eddie, Maria, Samuel Jr., Capri, and Cyrus.

One of Sal’s greatest joys was being a grandfather and great-grandfather. Whether he was cheering from the sidelines, celebrating special holidays and events, enjoying a family vacation, golfing, or simply spending time together, Sal made each moment special. Proud of his Italian heritage, Sal loved sharing family stories and values he held close. His love, guidance, humor, and unwavering presence meant so much to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. One of his sweetest joys was sharing a birthday with his great-granddaughter, Capri, a special connection that brought him happiness and forever remain in their family’s hearts. His love will live on through the countless memories he created and the generations he loved so deeply.

He was preceded in death by a brother Dominic Pezzano, two sisters, Annette Vigorito and Marie Chiarello, and a great-granddaughter Angelina.

Friends may call Tuesday from 5 to 7PM where prayers will be held at 6:30PM and also on Wednesday from 9:30AM to 10:30AM at The Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11A.M. Wednesday at Saint Pope John XXIIII Parish-Mt. Carmel Campus in Niles with Fr. Leo Wehrlin officiating, preceded by a 10:30AM prayer service at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Green haven Cemetery where Sal will be honored for his military service.

Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis Tennessee, 38105 or Disabled American Veterans 860 Dolwick Drive, Erlanger, Kentucky, 41018.

Arrangements handled by The Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles.

To share a memory, send a condolence, or make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Disabled Veterans of America please visit Sal's Tribute page at www.josephrossifuneralhome.com.