William R. Mazzu, 73
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — William R. Mazzu, 73, of 418 Church St. died peacefully on Tuesday Feb. 17, 2015
Born in North Adams on May 18, 1941, a son of Pasquale and Mary Giacco Mazzu, he attended schools in North Adams, graduating from Drury High School in 1960. He was an accomplished member of the Drury track and field team. He attended the University of Vermont and Ottawa University in Kansas.
A decorated Army veteran of the Vietnam War, he served in the Medical Corps as a private and rifle marksman until being injured. He left the service in 1965.
Mr. Mazzu returned home to dedicate his life to his loving and devoted mother and caring for the family interests.
He was a communicant of the former St. Anthony of Padua Church. He enjoyed gardening, the outdoors, walking, and cycling; he was an avid reader and enjoyed the stock market. He died happy to join his loving mother, father and brothers.
He leaves a sister, Rose M. Lord and her husband, Dr. Raymond Lord, of North Adams and nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
He was predeceased by four brothers, Dr. Arthur L. Mazzu, Joseph A. Mazzu, Dr. Theodore J. Mazzu and James A. Mazzu.
FUNERAL NOTICE - A graveside service for Mr. Mazzu will take place in the springtime at the family plot in Southview Cemetery. At his request, there will be no calling hours. Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, Central Chapels, 74 Marshall St., North Adams, is entrusted with arrangements.