Giulio Fogaroli

Giulio was born on April 2, 1946, in Rome, Italy, to Albert and Irene (Ret Castellan) Fogaroli. He graduated from Lakeview High School in Battle Creek, Michigan. Following graduation, Giulio proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. After receiving his honorable discharge, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo.

On May 19, 1978, Giulio married the love of his life, Dawn R. Unruh, in Battle Creek. Together they built a life centered on family, hard work, and devotion to one another.

Giulio dedicated many years of service to his community as a firefighter with the City of Battle Creek. After retiring from the city he worked driving truck for K Drive Greenhouse in East Leroy, and then as a bus driver for Delton Kellogg Schools in Delton, Michigan.

An avid outdoorsman, Giulio enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. He especially took pride in planting a garden each year, often starting everything from seed. Above all, Giulio was a proud family man–a loving husband, father, and Nonno (Italian for grandfather) who cherished time spent with those he loved.

Giulio is survived by his wife, Dawn Fogaroli of Marquette; son, Nino Romano (Sarah) Fogaroli of Marquette; grand-daughters, Lilliana Rina and Nila Marie Fogaroli; as well as Italian family across the United States and in Italy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Irene Fogaroli.

Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Fassbender Swanson Hansen Funeral Home, where visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. A time of sharing memories and stories will take place at 11:30 a.m. A luncheon will immediately follow the service in the reception hall.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Giulio’s memory to Trillium House, 1144 Northland Drive, Marquette, MI 49855 or to the Marquette Beautification & Restoration Committee, PO Box 334, Marquette, MI 49855

Canale-Tonella Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting Giulio’s family where memories and condolences may be shared at canalefuneral.com