Benedetto Antonio Campagnolo

Benedetto Antonio Campagnolo, a venerable figure in the tailoring community of Ithaca, New York, passed away on June 12, 2026, one day short of his 96th birthday. Born on June 13, 1930, in Fondi, Italy, Mr. Campagnolo's life was distinguished not only by his longevity but also by his remarkable dedication to his craft and family.

Mr. Campagnolo devoted over six decades to his career as a tailor, a profession he practiced alongside his beloved wife, Giuliana Casale Campagnolo. Their shared commitment to excellence in their trade made them a respected pair within their community, contributing significantly to the cultural fabric of Ithaca. His meticulous attention to detail and his unwavering work ethic developed over an extensive career that spanned more than 60 years, leaving a lasting legacy in the field of tailoring.

Throughout his life, Mr. Campagnolo was anchored by his strong family bonds. He was the devoted husband of Giuliana Casale Campagnolo, to whom he was married for 69 years. He was a proud father to his three sons: Dr. Enzo R. Campagnolo and his wife Rachel, Vito L. Campagnolo and his partner Melli Collins, and Gino Campagnolo and his wife Carmen. The affection Benedetto held for his family was echoed by his grandchildren—Julia Ciaschi, married to Anthony Ciaschi; Ondrea (Miles) Keene; and Katerina Campagnolo—and his cherished great-grandchildren, Enzo and Leo Ciaschi. His family remained a central and enduring presence throughout his lifetime.

Mr. Campagnolo’s early life was shaped by his heritage and roots in Fondi, Italy, where he was born to Vincenzo and Gilda D'Angelis Campagnolo, both of whom predeceased him. The values instilled by his parents were evident in his commitment to family, craftsmanship, and community service.

Benedetto passed away surrounded by his loved ones, a testament to the strong, supportive family ties he nurtured throughout his life. His passing marks the end of an era for his family and the local tailoring community, who knew him as a master of his trade and a man of substantial character and integrity.

The life of Mr. Campagnolo serves as an inspiring example of dedication to craft, commitment to family, and the enduring impact of a life well-lived. He will be remembered with respect and admiration by all who had the privilege to know him.

A graveside service will be held 9:00AM, Saturday, June 13, 2026 at the Calvary Cemetery, Ithaca, NY.