Arlene A. Angello

Arlene A. Angello, of Syracuse, passed away on November 10, 2026, at the age of 93. A native of Syracuse, Arlene was the daughter of the late Lyla and John Angello Sr. and grew up in Mattydale. She was a 1951 graduate of North Syracuse High School.

Arlene embarked on a remarkable career at Kemper Insurance Company. Over a 51-year tenure, she rose to become the Manager of Systems & Procedures, before retiring in 2002. She attributed her length of service to not liking to go through interviews. Arlene was an active member of the Women's Club at Kemper Insurance. Arlene had a zest for life and a passion for many activities. Her love for sports extended to coaching softball and teaching swimming, despite her own inability to swim. She was an avid bowler and a skilled poker player who enjoyed frequenting the casino. Arlene proved to be a dedicated volunteer for the Syracuse Red Cross and the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Her journey in life included residing in Marcellus for 20 years and enjoying 13 years in Florida before returning to Syracuse in July. Arlene’s greatest joy in life was making other people laugh and feel special. She was a former communicant of St. Margaret's Church in Mattydale and St. Francis Church in Marcellus.

In addition to her parents, Arlene was predeceased by several aunts and uncles, her brother John Angello Jr., a niece Michelle Angello, and her goddaughter, Arlene A. Sabin who was her namesake.

She leaves behind her niece, Kristin Angello Mayfield of Mattydale, and her lifelong best friend and sister at heart, Mary Ann Czerniak of Syracuse, along with numerous godchildren who will remember her fondly.

Donations in Arlene’s memory may be made to either the American Red Cross, 220 Herald Place #1, Syracuse, NY 13202 or to Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse, NY 13204.

Friends may call on Monday, November 16th, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm at Krueger Funeral Home, 2619 Brewerton Road, Mattydale, with a Funeral Service following at 6:00 pm. Private Burial will be in North Syracuse Cemetery.