Gaspare “Gus” A. Capizzo, of Mattapoisett, Massachusetts, passed away on June 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on August 16, 1941, in Salemi, Sicily, Gus was the beloved child of Vincenzo and Giuseppina, graduate of Natick High School and Northeastern University, where his team won an ECAC Championship, and he still holds an unbroken record for most saves in a game. He went on to pursue a meaningful career as an entrepreneur, owning several successful businesses where he was admired for his work ethic, integrity, and compassion.
Gus married the love of his life, Stephanie Tibbetts Capizzo, on July 2, 1965, and together they built a beautiful life rooted in love, faith, and family. He was a devoted father to Todd, Kristin, Sean, and Peter, and a proud grandparent to eight grandchildren.
He will be remembered for his generosity, warm sense of humor, and unwavering support for those he loved. Whether cheering on a grandchild at a game, lending a hand to an old friend or neighbor, or sharing a story from years past, his presence was a gift.
Gaspare is survived by his wife, Stephanie T. Capizzo; his children and their spouses: David Todd Capizzo, Sr. and his wife, Carol; Kristin R. Casparino and her husband, Michael; Sean M. Capizzo and his wife, Celeste; Peter T. Capizzo and his wife, Eryn; and eight grandchildren: David Todd Capizzo, Junior; Cole Michael Capizzo; Luci June Capizzo; Stella Louise Capizzo; Michael Jonathan Casparino; Christopher Vincenzo Casparino; Sicilia Giuseppina Capizzo; and Vito Gaspare Capizzo. He is also survived by his brother, Dr. Frank Capizzo, and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. He was predeceased by his brother, Vito Capizzo.
A funeral service will be held on August 1, 2025, at First Congregational Church, 28 Main St., Marion, Massachusetts, at 10 o’clock AM.
Gus’ legacy of love, kindness, and strength will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
For more information, go to Capizzo.us. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made via Venmo to @G-Capizzo-Memorial-Hockey-Fund in his memory, or by checks made payable to David Todd Capizzo, 145 Washington St., Norwell, MA 02061 with the memo “Gus Capizzo Memorial Hockey Fund.”