Burton C. Berrettini of Dallas passed away peacefully Thursday, April 29, 2021, at home, with his wife, Nancy, by his side.
Born in Pittston on Feb. 20, 1939, Burt was raised in Dallas and was the son of the late Primo and Pauline Saporito Berrettini. He graduated from Westmoreland High School and spent his freshman year at King's College. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Massachusetts, Florida and Bien Hoa, Vietnam. Burt volunteered and became a member of the 1st Air Commando Group that was the first operational unit in Vietnam in November of 1961. He was very proud of having been able to serve his country.
Burt returned to King's College to complete his bachelor's degree in economics, graduating in 1965. During his college years, he enjoyed acting in many plays and at one time considered becoming an actor. He began his business career at Dupont, Seaford, Del., then worked for InterMetro Industries, Wilkes-Barre, for 20 years as director of purchasing, traveling the U.S., South America, Europe and Asia. At age 50, he founded Penn Marketing Co. Inc., as a manufacturing sales agency representing both carbon and stainless steel wire mills. He also provided representation for Sarrstahl AG in Germany for 14 years selling tire cord rods and wire rods to companies in the U.S., including Bridgestone and Goodyear. His wife later joined him in the company and they worked together until his retirement at age 78.
He was a member of the George M. Dallas Lodge 531, Irem Shrine, Air Commando Association and served on the board at the United Rehabilitation Services.
Burt began playing golf as a teen and continued throughout his life scoring his hole-in-one on March 25, 1994. An athletic person, he enjoyed running, racquetball and at one time, played semipro football. A lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan, he also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Burt loved horses and it was a thrill for him the week he spent on a ranch in Montana working as a real cowboy.
On Feb. 20, 2004, Burt married Nancy, the love of his life and best friend. They were the light in each other's lives and shared everything together, love, laughter and a sense of adventure. Both looked forward to driving to Siesta Key, Fla., during the winter for many years, enjoyed trips to the Caribbean, France, Germany and traveled extensively in the states. Highlights include visiting Pearl Harbor, Mount Rushmore, the Grand Canyon and many national parks, Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo, Wyoming, and the Rose Bowl and Tournament of Roses Parade. They also visited Italy many times, enjoying Venice, Rome, Tuscany, the Amalfi coast, Sicily and were fortunate to spend time with cousins from both sides of Burt's family in Perugia and Sicily.
Burt had great enthusiasm for life, was a giving person and loyal friend. But most important, he was a loving father who supported his children whether it was being a mini football coach, hockey dad or just being there for them. Burt had a passion for cooking and it gave him great pleasure to cook for others. He was well known for his ravioli made from his grandmother's recipe, with of course, his own sauce. He will truly be missed by all.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Elizabeth Moore; and brother, Bruce Berrettini.
He is survived by his loving wife and devoted caregiver, the former Nancy Kleban; his children, daughters, Susan (Marc) Magnotta, Forty Fort; Nina (Paul) Schroder, Richmond, Va.; and son, B.J. (Erika), Dallas; and eight grandchildren. Also surviving are nieces; nephews; and his mother-in-law, Margaret Kleban; sister-in-law and husband, Joan and Bill Kingsbury and family.
A private Mass of Christian Burial was held in Gate of Heaven Church, Dallas, with the Rev. Daniel Toomey officiating and interment with military honors in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Wyoming.
Memorial contributions may be made to Project and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Arrangements are under the direction of Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas.
Published by Citizens Voice from May 12 to May 13, 2021.
Born in Pittston on Feb. 20, 1939, Burt was raised in Dallas and was the son of the late Primo and Pauline Saporito Berrettini. He graduated from Westmoreland High School and spent his freshman year at King's College. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Massachusetts, Florida and Bien Hoa, Vietnam. Burt volunteered and became a member of the 1st Air Commando Group that was the first operational unit in Vietnam in November of 1961. He was very proud of having been able to serve his country.
Burt returned to King's College to complete his bachelor's degree in economics, graduating in 1965. During his college years, he enjoyed acting in many plays and at one time considered becoming an actor. He began his business career at Dupont, Seaford, Del., then worked for InterMetro Industries, Wilkes-Barre, for 20 years as director of purchasing, traveling the U.S., South America, Europe and Asia. At age 50, he founded Penn Marketing Co. Inc., as a manufacturing sales agency representing both carbon and stainless steel wire mills. He also provided representation for Sarrstahl AG in Germany for 14 years selling tire cord rods and wire rods to companies in the U.S., including Bridgestone and Goodyear. His wife later joined him in the company and they worked together until his retirement at age 78.
He was a member of the George M. Dallas Lodge 531, Irem Shrine, Air Commando Association and served on the board at the United Rehabilitation Services.
Burt began playing golf as a teen and continued throughout his life scoring his hole-in-one on March 25, 1994. An athletic person, he enjoyed running, racquetball and at one time, played semipro football. A lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan, he also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Burt loved horses and it was a thrill for him the week he spent on a ranch in Montana working as a real cowboy.
On Feb. 20, 2004, Burt married Nancy, the love of his life and best friend. They were the light in each other's lives and shared everything together, love, laughter and a sense of adventure. Both looked forward to driving to Siesta Key, Fla., during the winter for many years, enjoyed trips to the Caribbean, France, Germany and traveled extensively in the states. Highlights include visiting Pearl Harbor, Mount Rushmore, the Grand Canyon and many national parks, Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo, Wyoming, and the Rose Bowl and Tournament of Roses Parade. They also visited Italy many times, enjoying Venice, Rome, Tuscany, the Amalfi coast, Sicily and were fortunate to spend time with cousins from both sides of Burt's family in Perugia and Sicily.
Burt had great enthusiasm for life, was a giving person and loyal friend. But most important, he was a loving father who supported his children whether it was being a mini football coach, hockey dad or just being there for them. Burt had a passion for cooking and it gave him great pleasure to cook for others. He was well known for his ravioli made from his grandmother's recipe, with of course, his own sauce. He will truly be missed by all.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Elizabeth Moore; and brother, Bruce Berrettini.
He is survived by his loving wife and devoted caregiver, the former Nancy Kleban; his children, daughters, Susan (Marc) Magnotta, Forty Fort; Nina (Paul) Schroder, Richmond, Va.; and son, B.J. (Erika), Dallas; and eight grandchildren. Also surviving are nieces; nephews; and his mother-in-law, Margaret Kleban; sister-in-law and husband, Joan and Bill Kingsbury and family.
A private Mass of Christian Burial was held in Gate of Heaven Church, Dallas, with the Rev. Daniel Toomey officiating and interment with military honors in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Wyoming.
Memorial contributions may be made to Project and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Arrangements are under the direction of Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas.
Published by Citizens Voice from May 12 to May 13, 2021.
Burton C. Berrettini of Dallas passed away peacefully Thursday, April 29, 2021, at home, with his wife, Nancy, by his side.
Born in Pittston on Feb. 20, 1939, Burt was raised in Dallas and was the son of the late Primo and Pauline Saporito Berrettini. He graduated from Westmoreland High School and spent his freshman year at King's College. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Massachusetts, Florida and Bien Hoa, Vietnam. Burt volunteered and became a member of the 1st Air Commando Group that was the first operational unit in Vietnam in November of 1961. He was very proud of having been able to serve his country.
Burt returned to King's College to complete his bachelor's degree in economics, graduating in 1965. During his college years, he enjoyed acting in many plays and at one time considered becoming an actor. He began his business career at Dupont, Seaford, Del., then worked for InterMetro Industries, Wilkes-Barre, for 20 years as director of purchasing, traveling the U.S., South America, Europe and Asia. At age 50, he founded Penn Marketing Co. Inc., as a manufacturing sales agency representing both carbon and stainless steel wire mills. He also provided representation for Sarrstahl AG in Germany for 14 years selling tire cord rods and wire rods to companies in the U.S., including Bridgestone and Goodyear. His wife later joined him in the company and they worked together until his retirement at age 78.
He was a member of the George M. Dallas Lodge 531, Irem Shrine, Air Commando Association and served on the board at the United Rehabilitation Services.
Burt began playing golf as a teen and continued throughout his life scoring his hole-in-one on March 25, 1994. An athletic person, he enjoyed running, racquetball and at one time, played semipro football. A lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan, he also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Burt loved horses and it was a thrill for him the week he spent on a ranch in Montana working as a real cowboy.
On Feb. 20, 2004, Burt married Nancy, the love of his life and best friend. They were the light in each other's lives and shared everything together, love, laughter and a sense of adventure. Both looked forward to driving to Siesta Key, Fla., during the winter for many years, enjoyed trips to the Caribbean, France, Germany and traveled extensively in the states. Highlights include visiting Pearl Harbor, Mount Rushmore, the Grand Canyon and many national parks, Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo, Wyoming, and the Rose Bowl and Tournament of Roses Parade. They also visited Italy many times, enjoying Venice, Rome, Tuscany, the Amalfi coast, Sicily and were fortunate to spend time with cousins from both sides of Burt's family in Perugia and Sicily.
Burt had great enthusiasm for life, was a giving person and loyal friend. But most important, he was a loving father who supported his children whether it was being a mini football coach, hockey dad or just being there for them. Burt had a passion for cooking and it gave him great pleasure to cook for others. He was well known for his ravioli made from his grandmother's recipe, with of course, his own sauce. He will truly be missed by all.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Elizabeth Moore; and brother, Bruce Berrettini.
He is survived by his loving wife and devoted caregiver, the former Nancy Kleban; his children, daughters, Susan (Marc) Magnotta, Forty Fort; Nina (Paul) Schroder, Richmond, Va.; and son, B.J. (Erika), Dallas; and eight grandchildren. Also surviving are nieces; nephews; and his mother-in-law, Margaret Kleban; sister-in-law and husband, Joan and Bill Kingsbury and family.
A private Mass of Christian Burial was held in Gate of Heaven Church, Dallas, with the Rev. Daniel Toomey officiating and interment with military honors in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Wyoming.
Memorial contributions may be made to Project and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Arrangements are under the direction of Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas.
Published by Citizens Voice from May 12 to May 13, 2021.
Born in Pittston on Feb. 20, 1939, Burt was raised in Dallas and was the son of the late Primo and Pauline Saporito Berrettini. He graduated from Westmoreland High School and spent his freshman year at King's College. He then enlisted in the United States Air Force and was stationed in Massachusetts, Florida and Bien Hoa, Vietnam. Burt volunteered and became a member of the 1st Air Commando Group that was the first operational unit in Vietnam in November of 1961. He was very proud of having been able to serve his country.
Burt returned to King's College to complete his bachelor's degree in economics, graduating in 1965. During his college years, he enjoyed acting in many plays and at one time considered becoming an actor. He began his business career at Dupont, Seaford, Del., then worked for InterMetro Industries, Wilkes-Barre, for 20 years as director of purchasing, traveling the U.S., South America, Europe and Asia. At age 50, he founded Penn Marketing Co. Inc., as a manufacturing sales agency representing both carbon and stainless steel wire mills. He also provided representation for Sarrstahl AG in Germany for 14 years selling tire cord rods and wire rods to companies in the U.S., including Bridgestone and Goodyear. His wife later joined him in the company and they worked together until his retirement at age 78.
He was a member of the George M. Dallas Lodge 531, Irem Shrine, Air Commando Association and served on the board at the United Rehabilitation Services.
Burt began playing golf as a teen and continued throughout his life scoring his hole-in-one on March 25, 1994. An athletic person, he enjoyed running, racquetball and at one time, played semipro football. A lifelong Philadelphia Eagles fan, he also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Burt loved horses and it was a thrill for him the week he spent on a ranch in Montana working as a real cowboy.
On Feb. 20, 2004, Burt married Nancy, the love of his life and best friend. They were the light in each other's lives and shared everything together, love, laughter and a sense of adventure. Both looked forward to driving to Siesta Key, Fla., during the winter for many years, enjoyed trips to the Caribbean, France, Germany and traveled extensively in the states. Highlights include visiting Pearl Harbor, Mount Rushmore, the Grand Canyon and many national parks, Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo, Wyoming, and the Rose Bowl and Tournament of Roses Parade. They also visited Italy many times, enjoying Venice, Rome, Tuscany, the Amalfi coast, Sicily and were fortunate to spend time with cousins from both sides of Burt's family in Perugia and Sicily.
Burt had great enthusiasm for life, was a giving person and loyal friend. But most important, he was a loving father who supported his children whether it was being a mini football coach, hockey dad or just being there for them. Burt had a passion for cooking and it gave him great pleasure to cook for others. He was well known for his ravioli made from his grandmother's recipe, with of course, his own sauce. He will truly be missed by all.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister, Elizabeth Moore; and brother, Bruce Berrettini.
He is survived by his loving wife and devoted caregiver, the former Nancy Kleban; his children, daughters, Susan (Marc) Magnotta, Forty Fort; Nina (Paul) Schroder, Richmond, Va.; and son, B.J. (Erika), Dallas; and eight grandchildren. Also surviving are nieces; nephews; and his mother-in-law, Margaret Kleban; sister-in-law and husband, Joan and Bill Kingsbury and family.
A private Mass of Christian Burial was held in Gate of Heaven Church, Dallas, with the Rev. Daniel Toomey officiating and interment with military honors in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Wyoming.
Memorial contributions may be made to Project and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Arrangements are under the direction of Richard H. Disque Funeral Home Inc., 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas.
Published by Citizens Voice from May 12 to May 13, 2021.
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