Samuel Joseph Zaro, 93, died Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at his home.
He was born December 14, 1919 in Philadelphia, PA to Antonio and Antoinette (Guildanaro) Zaro.
Samuel served in the United States Army during WWII and received the Purple Heart.
He married Amelia Marino in 1944 at Philadelphia, PA.
He is survived by his children, Paul (Betty) Zaro of Rockingham, N.C., and David (Lee) Zaro of Alliance, NE; his brother, Joe Zaro of Glenside, PA; sister, Marie McConnell of Philadelphia, PA; 7 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and 10 great-great grandchildren.
Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at Red Hill, PA.
Memorials may be given in care of the family at, 520 Cheyenne Ave., Alliance, Nebraska, 69301.
Online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com. Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.