Mario R. Izzo

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Mario R. Izzo, 95, loving, devoted son, brother, uncle, friend and lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs, was called Home to God peacefully on January 1, 2022, surrounded by his family. Born on October 28, 1926, to Raffaele Izzo and Evelina Ginocchi Izzo in Saratoga Springs. 

Mario was the proprietor of Sundial Shoe Store on Church Street for 40 years. He outfitted many generations of customers who still remember him fondly as the “Shoe man.” He never hesitated to help or give to those in need. 

He was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, a St. Clement’s parishioner, 68-year member of the Knights of Columbus, 75-year member of the Principessa Elena Society. As a past parishioner of the Church of St. Peter, he sang in their choir. Mario was a Charter member of the Barbershop Racing City Chorus. He truly enjoyed singing with the RCC in annual shows or traveling to district and national competitions throughout his years as a member. His love of photography had him capturing memorable photos of historical moments in Saratoga and many weddings. Mario was an avid Yankee fan. He was very proud of his Italian heritage. 

He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Evelina (Robert) Schretzlmeir, their daughter Rebeca. Anna (Vincent) Iannacito, their sons Antonio, Mario, Vince, and Anthony. Joseph (Leslie) Fleming, their children Cullen and Mackenzie. Lucio (Vellecia) Izzo, their daughters Amanda, Holli, and niece Maria Izzo. Mario was preceded in death by his mother and father. His brother Lucio and his wife Giovannina, his sister Nicolina and her husband Laurence. 

The family expresses much gratitude to Saratoga Community Hospice for their wonderful care given to him. He so looked forward to their visits. 

Relatives and friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Monday, January 10, 2022, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373). The Knights of Columbus will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Funeral Home for the wake service.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Persons may attend safely remotely by going to www.stclementschurch.com, click “Facebook Livestream.” Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave.

Donations can be made in Mario’s name to the American Heart Association or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. 

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com