At the age of 87, a retiree from Bethlehem Steel in Lackawanna, NY.

Son of late Sara (nee Gaeta) and Vincent Frank Brocato.

Dearly loved husband of Joyce Brocato and the late/former, Nancy Brocato.

Devoted father of Michelle Downey, Andrew (Rosetta) Brocato Jr., stepfather Kenneth (Michelle) Minorczyk and Thomas Minorczyk.

Loving brother of late Pasquale (Renata) and Vincent (Candice) Brocato.

Beloved grandfather of Vincent (Amanda), Melissa and Andrew, step-grandfather of Ashley, Jessica (Timothy), Victoria and Kenneth (Olivia).

Dear great-grandfather of seven. Andrew is also survived by several nephews and nieces.

Family will be present Wednesday 3-7 PM at the PIETSZAK FUNERAL HOME, 2400 William St. (near Harlem).

Relatives and friends are invited to assemble for a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Josaphat Parish (William & Peoria Ave.) Thursday at 9 AM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to WNY Heroes Inc., 8205 Main St #1 Williamsville, New York 14221