It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Giuliano Zuliani. Giuliano departed from this life in the early morning of February 3, 2026. He was 91 years old.
Born in Labin, Croatia (nee Yugoslavia) to Dominic and Maria Zuliani in 1934. Giuliano brought joy and happiness to those around him.
He spent his childhood in migrating to the US in 1955 after being displaced by post-war conditions. He worked as a waiter in New York and later at Hardscrabble Country Club in Fort Smith where he was adored by the many friends he made.
He was preceded in death by his wives, Theresa Zuliani in 1983, and Mildred Zuliani in 2011; his daughter, Cynthia Zuliani; and his brothers, Lino and Dante Zuliani.
He is survived by his sons, William, Mark, and Francis (Donata), his granddaughter, Aurelia; and his brother Mario.
He will be sorely missed.
Public viewing will be Monday, February 9, 2026, from 8 a.m.-6 p.m., and the family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. at Edwards Funeral Home, 201 North 12th Street, Fort Smith, AR 72901; edwardsfuneralhome.com
Rosary will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, February 10, 2026, with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 a.m., at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 204 North 18th Street, Fort Smith, AR 72901
Following a visitation at Clark & Giordano Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 12-1 p.m., the burial will be held in Amawalk Hill Cemetery, Yorktown Heights, NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Project Compassion, Inc., P.O. Box 10006, Fort Smith, AR 72917
