Gasper "Chief" Favoroso

Gasper “Chief” Favoroso passed away peacefully on January 25, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Bristol Borough on January 14, 1931, he remained a proud resident of the town for the entire span of his 88 years.

His beloved wife of 42 years, Patsy (nee Darrah), and his son, Charles, preceded him in death.  He is survived by his daughters, Patricia Deborah Kukorlo (John), Anne Denise Casmirri (Vince) and Jacqueline Moonan (Matt).  His nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews will also treasure his memory.

Gasper held a distinguished 45-year career in law enforcement, starting as a patrolman for Bristol Borough and ultimately serving as Chief of Police for Tullytown, PA.  His son, Detective Charles Favoroso, followed in his footsteps – a fact that gave Gasper immeasurable pride.  He was active in the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 53 and served as both a president of the Bucks County Police Chief Association and treasurer of Bucks County Technical School.  He was also a devoted life-long parishioner of St. Ann Church and member of St. Ann’s Club, the Italian Mutual Aid, and the Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge 1169.

Gasper, also known as Goops to many, enjoyed woodworking projects such as creating miniature replicas of historic Bristol buildings and the homes of his loved ones.  His love for magic tricks made him a favorite of children and adults alike.  He greatly treasured his grandchildren and great grandchildren, who called him Pop-pop.  Gasper made sure that each knew just how special they were to him.  No matter the time or place, he took immense joy in entertaining family, friends, and colleagues with magic, jokes, and funny memories.

He will be dearly missed.

Relatives and friends are invited to call Wednesday, January 30, 2019 from 7 - 9 pm and Thursday morning 8:30 – 9:30 am at the Galzerano Funeral Home, 430 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA 19007.  Funeral mass will be 10 am at St Ann Church.  Interment will follow at St Mark Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105, a leader in pediatric medicine.