John J."Johnny O"  Orsaio,  (Osco) at age 93, of Utica, departed this life on Friday, March 27,2020.

He was born in Utica, NY the son of the late Peter and Angeline Roselli Orsaio. He was educated in local schools, and was a U S WWII  Army veteran. In 1948 he married Mary Raspante a union of 72 years.

John owned and operated the Big "O" Bakery   with his son John, Jr. for 50 years and was a great sport enthusiast, card player and harness racing fan.

He will be sadly missed by his beloved wife Mary, and his two daughters Angela Orsaio, Gina Orsaio  and Kate Kenderdine and his son John  Orsaio, Jr. and  Lucy; his beloved grandchildren; Mary V. Orsaio, Jonelle B. Orsaio, Angelina  J. Orsaio.. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.

John's family honored him at private time. Services will be held at a later time to be announced.

Family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at the Big "O" bakery during this difficult time especially acknowledging; John Dooley, John Ross, and Antonetta.

Arrangements under the guidance of the John L Matt Funeral Home, Chadwicks, NY . To send an online message  of sympathy go to; www.johnlmattfuneralhome.com