Alfred Joseph Perillo's Obituary
PERILLO, Alfred J. 85, was born in Brooklyn, NY on November 7, 1931, son of Louise and Joseph Perillo. He was one of 8 children. He lived in Brooklyn, NY where he met the love of his life Lucia Rossi. They married and had two children, Joseph and Laura. At the age of 41, they moved to Temple Terrace, Florida. Alfred was blessed with grandchildren: Michael, Nicholas, Danielle, Jordan, Gina and Joey. He lived his life for his family, always enjoying every precious moment he had with them. He loved spending his days playing the guitar, playing piano and singing. Music was his true passion. He had other gifts: illustrating cartoons, telling jokes and making people laugh, performing magic tricks and bowling. He almost bowled a perfect game! He is survived by his wife, Lucia Perillo. His son and daughter-in-law Joseph and Carol Perillo, his daughter Laura Perillo Houk and his grandchildren Michael, Nicholas, Jordan, Gina and Joey. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests Memorial Contributions to The Perillo-Stafford Foundation 17633 Gunn Hwy, Suite 174, Odessa, FL 33556 or any local charity of your preference. The family will welcome friends and family during the visitation on Tuesday, August 15 from 6-8pm at Trinity Memorial Gardens 12609 Memorial Dr, Trinity, FL. His services will be held on Wednesday, August 16 at 9am at St. Timothy Catholic Church 17512 Lakeshore Rd, Lutz, FL.
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