Vincenzo R. Selvaggi Obituary (1941

Vincenzo R. Selvaggi, affectionately known as "The Boss" by family and friends passed away on January 5, 2022 in the Jefferson Hospital Stratford Division. Born on April 1, 1941 in Pisticci, Italy to the late Francesco Selvaggi and Italina (nee: Rosano) Selvaggi. In his mid-20s he moved here to the United States and worked as a Tailor for Bottany 500 and Pincus Brothers for many years. He was the owner and operator of Anns Variety Store on 9th & Pierce Streets. He loved the casinos, playing poker with the neighborhood guys and was an old school traditional Italian who worked hard his whole life to make a better life for his family. Beloved father of Renato (Debra) Selvaggi and Leonardo (Robin) Selvaggi. Grandfather of Fiorio, Gemma, Nicholas and Anthony. Brother of the late Mario Selvaggi, Don Leonardo Selvaggi, Msgr and Leonardo Selvaggi. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Former husband of Anna (nee: Canuli) Colley. Relatives and friends are invited to his Gathering on Friday, January 14, 2022 at the Murphy Ruffenach, Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home (3rd & Wolf Streets). Funeral Home Service 8 PM. Inurnment will take place in the family mausoleum in Pisticci, Italy. Cemetery Burial will be private PAUS Gathering Friday, January 14, 2022 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, PC. 2237-41 South Third St. Philadelphia PA 19148 US (215) 334-1578 Funeral Service Friday, January 14, 2022 8:00 PM - Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home, PC. 2237-41 South Third St. Philadelphia PA 19148 US (215) 334-1578 Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578