Dario A. "Doc" Violanti, 83, formerly of Grand Island, NY, passed away on September 23, 2021 at Fox Run at Orchard Park, NY under Hospice Care.  Born in Lackawanna, NY, he was the son of the late Luigi and Maria (Claroni) Violanti.

Dario graduated from Lackawanna High School and later earned a Bachelor's Degree in Professional Engineering from the University of Buffalo.  He proudly served in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1959.  On July 9, 1971, he married Lana (Haas) Violanti.  Mrs. Violanti predeceased him in 2008.  Dario was employed as Head Engineer for the New York State Parks in Niagara Falls, NY for over 20 years, retiring in 2001.  Dario served as the Grand Island Democratic Chair in the 1980's and was a member of the Knights of Columbus #247 and the Sandy Beach Club.  Dario golfed and bowled in various leagues and enjoyed watching all sports, but was an especially avid Buffalo Bills and New York Yankees fan.

Dario is survived by his grandchildren, Donald (Cara) Silversmith, Jr., Tanya Violanti, Matt Violanti, Melissa Violanti and Joseph Strange; his great-granddaughter, Izadora Sky Violanti; his siblings, Louis 'Lou' (late Joan) Violanti, Anthony (Ann) Violanti, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.  In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by his children, Thomas Violanti and Debra Violanti, his brother, Armand 'Arm' (late Shirley) Violanti, and his loving companion, Donna Anderson.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 1 from 1 – 4 & 6 – 8 PM at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14304.  Dario's Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, October 2 at 11 AM at St. Stephen's RC Church, 2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY 14072, concluding with Military Honors.  Everyone please assemble at church.  Private interment at St. Stephen's Cemetery, Grand Island, NY will be held at the convenience of the family.  If desired, memorials may be made to Hospice of Buffalo, 225 Como Park Boulevard, Buffalo, NY 14227. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.