Philip H. Gullo

Philip (Phil) Gullo, of Victor NY, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, after a brief illness with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 56 years Paula (Vail) Gullo, his daughter Carrie (Gullo) Smith, his son-in-law Jeffrey Smith, two grandsons Jayden Smith and Logan Smith, two brothers Tom Gullo and Paul Gullo, sister-in-law Colleen Gullo, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Phil was born on November 14, 1944 in Brooklyn, NY. He was the son of Joseph Gullo and Nicholina (Millonzi) Gullo.

Phil graduated from Hutchinson Central Technical High School in Buffalo, NY. He then went on to Morehead State University in Morehead, Kentucky, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education followed by a Master’s Degree in Education from Buffalo State University in Buffalo NY. Phil married Paula (Vail) Gullo on August 16,1969 in Springfield, OH.

He worked as a teacher at The Waterfront Magnet School, in Buffalo NY. In his retirement, Phil worked as a supervisor for student teachers through Buffalo State University. He was known for his sense of humor, being soft spoken, having a kind demeanor, and a love for working with people.

In his spare time, Phil enjoyed spending time with his grandsons, playing cards and golfing with the Silverton Glenn community members where he resided. He also loved cheering on the Buffalo Bills and watching sports.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to any cancer research foundation.