Mr. Guido S. Petrella

November 1, 1938 - May 23, 2014

Guido S. Petrella, 75, left us on Friday, May 23, 2014 but his memories are kept with his wife Cynthia, sons, Anthony (Barbara), Michael (Jeanne), and Christofer (Patricia) Petrella, and daughter Barbara (John) Martinichio. Grandchildren: Carmele, Nicholas, Catherine, Andrew, Gabriel, Jessica, Nathan Petrella, Samuel and Molly Martinichio. A brother, Joseph (Linda) and a sister, Judy (Joseph) LaRue and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Guido and Cy started life together in Cortland NY with very strong families that had settled there. Together they raised their family in Groton, NY. His life's journey took him from work at Smith Corona to going into business for himself in 1969. He operated food services and opened a restaurant "Guys Café" in the early 70's. Through each of these businesses Guido connected with the local community and made many lifelong friends. As time went on they opened other popular businesses that allowed them to connect further with the community such as the "Village Video Shoppe" and the "Countryside Stove Shoppe". He was a former member of St. Anthony's Church, Groton and a Member of St. Mary's Church, Cortland, NY. That quick wit and salty character made him fun to talk to or visit with. We will sorely miss Guido, our faithful husband, strong Dad, loving brother, and wonderful friend who loved to hunt, tinker with tractors in the barn, and share his knowledge any time you asked. He is the glue that will always keep our big family and friends together. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 PM Wednesday, May 28th at St. Mary's Church 46 N. Main St Cortland, NY with Rev. Joseph Zareski officiating. Burial will be in St. Anthony's Cemetery, Groton, NY. Friends may call Tuesday from 4 to 7 PM at the Riccardi Funeral Home, Inc. 69 N. Main St. Cortland. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Foundation, 169 Riverside Dr. Binghamton, NY 13905 in Guido Petrella's memory.