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SILVER STAR CITATION:
Second Lieutenant PATSY J. SCARPATO, 01935200, Infantry, Company “E”, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army. On the night of 14 June and during the early morning hours of 15 June 1953, Company “E” made a raid on an enemy outpost in the vicinity of Sagimak, Korea. As the force approached the objective, intense enemy shelling and small arms fire inflicted many friendly casualties. Lieutenant SCARPATO, a platoon leader, immediately rushed forward, offering encouragement, organizing his men and urging them to fight aggressively despite all resistance. Twice, in the assault, he was knocked to the ground from the concussion of enemy grenades. Nevertheless, he continued to lead his men in the advance. When the order came to return to friendly lines, with complete disregard for his personal safety, he advanced to within close proximity of enemy strongholds to evacuate a wounded comrade. Although weakened by his wounds and exhausted from the battle, he carried the wounded man to the comparative safety of the friendly lines. Lieutenant SCARPATO’S outstanding gallantry and devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal Service from New York. General Orders # 338 – 15 August 1953
BRONZE STAR FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE:
SECOND LIEUTENANT PATSY J. SCARPATO, 01935200,Infantry, Company “E”, 65th Infantry Regiment, 3d Infantry Division, United States Army, is cited for meritorious service in connection with military operations against an armed enemy in Korea during the period 22 May to 11 September 1953. Lieutenant Scarpato, serving as Platoon Leader, performed his duties in a superior manner. His tireless enthusiasm and determination in training and supervising platoon personnel contributed materially to the company’s high morale and close coordination despite adverse conditions. Lieutenant Scarpato’s aggressive leader- ship qualities, resourcefulness and calm manner while under fire were an incentive to his men and gained for him their unwavering confidence and cooperation. The smooth operation and dependability of the company in combat were largely a result of his relentless efforts and sound, decisive judgment. Lieutenant SCARPATO’S outstanding skill, initiative and untiring devotion to duty reflect great credit upon himself and the military service. Entered the Federal service from New York.
Patsy Scarpato Obituary
NY State Veterans Hall of Famer, beloved family man, 93, Patsy J. Scarpato, 93, died on Sept. 19, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Patsy was born on April 19, 1930. He attended grammar school at PS 44 and Port Richmond H.S., graduating in 1948. He then attended Brooklyn College for 2 years before being drafted into the Army where he served in the 3rd Division, rising to the rank of Lt. Patsy was a proud Korean War Veteran and is in the NY State Veterans Hall of Fame. He has a Silver Star for gallantry in combat, a Bronze Star for meritorious service, a Purple Heart for wounds received in action, and many others too numerous to mention. He retired as a Vice President of Human Resources at Marine Midland Bank. He was a member of the Cpl. AF. Kivlehan Chapter of the Korean War Veterans Assoc., the Military Order of the Purple Heart, the DAV and VWF 5521.
He was a member of a team of Veterans who taught students throughout Staten Island about the Korean War. He was also a member of the Great Kills Moravian Church where he sang in the choir and was Trustee for many years. He is survived by his three sons; Richard (Grace), Stephen, and Gary (Jodi), three grandchildren and one great-grandchild, and is also survived by his sister, Mary. His wife of 66 years, Barbara (Gilby) predeceased him in 2017. Patsy enjoyed crosswords and the newspapers, as well as cheering for the NY Giants and the Mets.
A wake will be held at Casey McCallum Rice Funeral Home, 30 Nelson Ave., Staten Island on September 22, 2023 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. There will be a service at the funeral home on September 23, 2023 at 10 am.
Published by Staten Island Advance from Sep. 20 to Sep. 21, 2023.
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