Molinaro, Constantino, 89, was born in Cosenza, Italy on June 13th, 1922 and traveled to the United States in 1932. His family farmed 10 acres in Welby, CO raising vegetables, living and working in the community.
He married Laura Gaccetta in January 1946 beginning a 66 year love affair which included the birth of their four children: Norma (Victor), Sam (Pam), Kenny (Debi), and Randy (Deanna), Eight Grandchildren: Sandy, Robin, Amy, Chris, Amber, Lindzy, Mario, and Marlo; and seventeen great-grandchildren.
He also cherished his time with his siblings Yolanda, Frank, Helen (deceased), Vera (deceased), Benny and sister-in-law Theresa.
Con worked for Miller's Supermarket for 28 years and was well known in the Welby community for his road side vegetable stand as well as his dedication to the Assumption parish. His many civic duties included volunteer fire fighter and elected board member for the North Washington Fire Department and the North Washington Water and Sanitation District.
Constantino felt his greatest accomplishment was his family who were by his side until his journey into eternal life on November 9th, 2011.
Rosary Nov. 11, 2011 7:00pm, Funeral Mass Nov. 12, 2011 11:00am at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church 2361 E 78th Ave., Denver CO 80229.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Constantino's name to Assumption Church.