Aniello Spisso

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Aniello (Niel) Spisso, 62, of West Side Scranton, passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at his home. He was born in Scranton on May 28, 1950, son of the late Aniello and Catherine (Robinson) Spisso.

Niel was a member of the Olive Branch Bible Church, Old Forge, and attended West Scranton schools.

Niel worked for over 35 years with DPW Scranton, and he retired in 2002. He loved spending time with his family and friends, he enjoyed all sports especially Alabama college football. Niel will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, his great grandchild, Julian Doyle, precedes him in death.

He is survived by his wife of 17 years, the former Patricia (Lewis) Spisso; his daughters, Hope Spisso of Taylor; Shannon Gevaras and her husband, Phillip, of Hamlin; Elena Morgan and her husband, Robert Jr., of Pittston; Eileen Houghtlin and her husband, Todd, of Duryea; Rebecca Pherreigo of Florida. He is also survived by his sister, Ann Marie Lang; 11 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Friday at 8 p.m. at Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea, with Pastor Carl Brigido of Olive Branch Bible Church, Old Forge, officiating. Friends may call Friday evening from 5 p.m. until the time of services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made Olive Branch Bible Church, 1711 Cedar Ave., Scranton, PA 18505. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesingerfuneralservices.com .