Obituary: Salvatore Agostino
/Salvatore Agostino, at 65
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Salvatore Agostino, age 65, of Hull. “Sal,” as he was affectionately known, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.
Mr. Agostino was born on November 11, 1959 in Gioiosa Jonica, Calabria, Italy. The son of the late Matilde and Vincenzo Agostino, he was the youngest of eight siblings. He moved to the United States at the age of 15 and lived in Hull until his death.
Throughout his younger years, Mr. Agostino attended several trade schools and acquired impressive skills, which when combined with his knowledge and natural talent, earned him essential positions in the workplace. He was a proud member of the IUOE Local 4 and was a dedicated heavy equipment operator for more than 25 years. Mr. Agostino specialized in maneuvering the Gradall excavator with the utmost safety. His expertise brought him to many job sites in various towns, where he made long-lasting friendships.
He was a simple man who dedicated his life to his family, friends, and work. His integrity, exceptional work ethic, and respect for others was a true reflection of who he was. All who knew him would agree he had countless admirable qualities – always generous, reliable, and willing to lend a helping hand.
During his time at home, Mr. Agostino enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He liked to cook Sunday dinner and hosted many holidays welcoming family members and friends to his table to share in his favorite meals. Mr. Agostino was proud of his Italian heritage and was certain to pass on the traditions he so greatly cherished. His hobbies included landscaping, tending to his large garden, weekly grocery shopping trips with his brother-in-law, and tinkering with just about anything that had a battery or motor. Mr. Agostino was a selfless blood donor for more than 25 years and was presented with a special pin to mark his five-gallon donation.
Mr. Agostino leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Nancy Frizzi Agostino; his children: Amanda, Ashley Assetta and husband Scott, Amy Wohar and husband Andrew, and son Christopher Agostino and wife Alexis. He is also survived by his three young grandchildren: George and Gemma Wohar, and Enzo Assetta, with a grandchild expected in May. Nothing made him happier than having all of his children and grandchildren live close by in Hull. Mr. Agostino is survived by his loving in-laws and close extended family, Joseph and Gisella Frizzi, Josephine and Peter DeGirolamo, Melisa and Geoffrey White, Gina and Mario Rosano, and Rosa Toscano, as well as many nieces and nephews.
He will be dearly missed and remembered by all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Sunday, April 27, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St., Hingham. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Parish in St. Ann’s Church on Monday, April 28 at 10:30 a.m. Burial to follow at Hull Village Cemetery.
The family would like to thank everyone at Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center who were an integral part of Mr. Agostino’s wonderful care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center at South Shore Health in his memory.
