William A. Zocolo, Jr., 71, of New Castle, passed away the morning of April 1, 2015 at St. Mary’s Alzheimer’s Center in Columbiana, OH. Born on November 17, 1943 in Washingtonville, OH, he was the son of Shirley June Corl Zocolo of East Palestine, OH and the late William (Bud) Zocolo, Sr. Surviving at home is his beloved wife of over 19 years, the former Mary Ann Breeze, whom he married on March 9, 1996.

William retired from his job as a manager for Hickey Metal Fabrication of Salem, OH in 2010. He previously attended Columbus Business College. William was a member of Christ the King Parish. He enjoyed rebuilding cars, carpentry, and hunting. A nature enthusiast, William was known for his love of animals.

In addition to his wife and mother, William is survived by his children, Michael Zocolo and wife Doreen of Leetonia, OH, Mark Zocolo and wife Wendy of East Palestine, OH, and Lisa Johnson and husband Chris of Port St. Lucy, FL; brothers, Terry Zocolo and wife Patty of East Palestine, OH and Mark Zocolo and wife Lynn of Leetonia, OH; sister, Atty. Lori Zocolo of Cleveland, OH; and step-son, James A. Pozzuoli and wife Katie of New Castle, PA.

There are no calling hours planned. A funeral mass will be held Wednesday at 10:30am at St. Anthony Church, officiated by Father James Downs, pastor of Christ the King Parish.