Obituary of Melvin J. Privitera

Melvin Joseph Privitera, 87, passed away suddenly from heart failure Friday, March 1st, 2013. He was born March 15, 1925 in Buffalo, NY. He was honorable discharged from the United States Air Force. He was a barber in the Buffalo area for over 50 years. He has been an active member of the American Legion of Winter Haven Post #8. He was preceded in death by Irene Privitera, wife of 51 years. He is survived by wife Yvonne Privitera, son Charles and grandson Gregory (Jaclyn-wife) and great granddaughters Alexis and Mercedes; son David and daughter Deborah. Memorial services to be announced at later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Legion Auxiliary Post 8, Winter Haven. Condolences to the family can be sent to: www.oakridgefuneralcare.com.