John R. “Rusty” Sparacio, age 64, late of Oswego, Sunday, Jan. 30, 2005 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center. Born in Chicago, living in the Southwestern area most of his life before moving to Oswego. After his retirement, he was a school bus driver for Laidlaw Bus Service. Preceded in death by his mother Vera, nee Bright, Sparacio; and a sister Betty Allred. Survived by his wife Susan, nee Wieligus; his children Ron, Christine Schultz and Curt; 12 grandchildren; his father Peter; a brother Peter (Marykay) and three sisters Kate (Dom) Alielo, Janet (Bob) Skoda and Toni (Joe) Sparacio; several nieces and nephews also survive. Please omit flowers. At John’s request, cremation rites will be accorded. O’Neil Funeral Home, 1105 E. 9th St. (159th Street), Lockport, where visitation will be held Wednesday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 815-838-5010 .
