Lori Scalise

Lori Scalise age 87, of Utica, NY, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, October 25, 2024. 

Lori was born in New York City on March 26, 1937. She was educated in New York City schools and attended the Fashion Institute of Technology. During her younger years, Lori visited Utica often to spend time with her beloved Uncle Mike, who was her only surviving family member during her young adulthood. It was in Utica that Lori met the love of her life, Ralph "Rudy" Scalise . They married on November 22, 1962 and enjoyed a beautiful marriage until Rudy’s passing in 1995. 

Lori worked for many years in the restaurant business and later earned her real estate broker’s license and joined Coldwell Banker Faith Properties, where she worked for many years until her retirement. In later years, she spent a lot of time in Rochester, enjoying her family and cooking amazing holiday dinners for all of us. The holidays in Utica and Rochester will always be cherished, thanks to Lori, who always kept the family laughing while coordinating her menus, crafting her special dishes and enjoying her wine in the process! 

Lori is survived by her sister-in-law Angela Stoio; nieces and nephews Patricia Scalise, Anthony Scalise, Teresa Johnson, Frances Stoio, Ralph Scalise and Carol Scalise; and many great nieces and great nephews. 

She was predeceased by her husband Rudy Scalise, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Joseph and Rita Scalise, sister-in-law Birgit Scalise, brother-in-law Carl Stoio and nephew Donald Johnson. 

In fulfilling Lori’s wishes, there will be no calling hours. 

All are welcome to attend a Prayer Service on Friday November 15, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in the Upper Mausoleum Chapel in Calvary Cemetery, 2407 Oneida Street, Utica. She will be laid to rest next to her beloved Rudy in the Scalise family lot.  

The family extends a special thank you to Fran Archibald, a friend and caretaker of Lori, and to the staff at Acacia Village, where she has lived these last few years.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lori, may be made to your favorite charity.

Arrangements are under the guidance of Scala & Roefaro Funeral Home, David Roefaro & Stephen Karboski, directors.