Basketball Legend Daniel E. Mazzulla, Jr. Passes

Basketball Legend Daniel E. Mazzulla, Jr. Passes

Daniel “Danny” E. Mazzulla, Jr., 61, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of Johnston, he was a son of the late Daniel E. Mazzulla, Sr. and Ann (Pezzucco) Mazzulla.

A treasured staple of the Johnston Community, Danny was employed by the Town of Johnston as the Recreation Director for many years before retiring on January 1, 2020. He was an outstanding coach to his children and all who played for him. Danny made it a point to have a positive impact on everyone he met.

He was the beloved father of Joseph Mazzulla (wife, Camai), Gianna Mazzulla, and Justin Mazzulla; loving grandfather of Jaziah Mazzulla, Michael Harden, and Emmanuel Mazzulla; caring brother of Lois Marandola, Anthony Mazzulla, Michael Mazzulla, Lori Cardillo, Donna Mazzulla, David Mazzulla, and Kristen Mazzulla. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins. Danny will also be deeply missed by his dear Johnston community.

His funeral liturgy and burial will be private. A memorial service will be held at a date to be announced.