William L. Lascio

William Louis Lascio, 85, died Sunday, March 10, 2013.

William was born in Chicago, Ill. on Jan. 31, 1928 and was the son of Frank and Lillian Lascio. His family immigrated to the United States from Italy.

He served in the Army during World War II, and when he returned to Chicago he was a truck driver for WTC Airfreight. He was a member of the Chicago Truck Drivers, Helpers and Warehouse Workers’ Union, and delivered freight throughout the City of Chicago for over 35 years.

At the age of 59, he and his wife Rosemary retired and moved to Fountain Hills. They spent the next 26 years as residents of Fountain Hills.

William loved spending time with his family, and is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rosemary; his daughter, Patricia; sons, Thomas, James and William; 10 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He will be joining his daughter Laura in Heaven.

There will be a memorial service Friday, March 15, at 6 p.m. at Messenger in Fountain Hills, 12065 Saguaro Boulevard.