Albert W. Mattei
Jan 11, 2025
Albert William Mattei passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born in New Haven on March 2, 1950 and was a lifelong resident of Hamden, recently moving to North Haven. He was a graduate of Hill House High School in 1967 and received a bachelor's degree in Sociology from Sacred Heart University...
Maria Benedetto
Jan 10, 2025
Maria was born on April 9, 1932 in Ruviano, Caserta Italy to Maria Giuseppa Ricciuti and Giusseppe Coppola. She died peacefully at the age of 92 on January 10, 2025 in Woodbridge, Connecticut, the place she called home for over 50 years. Maria grew up in Italy alongside her mother and two older brothers. Fulfilling her mother's wishes, she...
Sally Ann Nista
Jan 3, 2025
Sally Ann Nista, 72 formerly of Hamden, died January 3rd in Philadelphia, P.A, after a brief illness. Born in New Haven, daughter of the late Angelo & Louise Barile Nista, Sally worked as a consulting I.T. specialist. Her job took her around the world which she enjoyed immensely. She was an animal lover, and an avid historian, visiting museums...
John F. Craven
Dec 31, 2024
John Fray Craven, 93, a longtime Hamden resident died peacefully at home December 31, 2024. He was the loving husband of 73 years to Elvira DiMeo Craven. Born in West Haven, son of the late James and Annetta Fray Craven, John worked as a milkman for Knudson Dairy for 24 years and as a Purolator Courier for 14 years....
Kevin "Dusty" Keating
Dec 14, 2024
Kevin "Dusty" Keating passed away peacefully at Yale New Haven Hospital on December 14th 2024 at the age of 74. He was born on October 29th, 1950 in Hamden, Connecticut son of the late James & Ruth McKay Keating. He spent his early years in the Newhallville neighborhood where he credits learning his dance moves. Â Later, the family moved...
Andrew Scasino Jr.
Dec 9, 2024
Andrew Scasino Jr., 79 of North Haven died December 9, 2024 peacefully at home. Born in New Haven son of the late Andrew & Carmel Spadacenta Scasino, Andy worked for many years as a manager at the former Pegnataro's Supermarket, and more recently at the Fireside Restaurant. He was an avid Yankees fan, but enjoyed watching all sports, especially...
Annual Memorial Mass
Nov 29, 2024
In November, the month of All Souls, when the brightly colored leaves begin to fall and nature has begun her winter hibernation in the earth, it seems fitting to pause and honor those souls who have gone before us in the Peace of Christ. On Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 10:30 A.M., The Peter H. Torello & Son Funeral...
Angelo Deleo
Nov 25, 2024
Angelo DeLeo, 94 of Woodbridge, formerly of New Haven died November 25th peacefully at home. He was the loving husband of the late Jennie Lamartra DeLeo. Angelo was born in Avellino, Italy, son of the late John & Rosa Panella DeLeo. He worked for many years as a Tool Maker at the former Geometric Tool & Die Co. Angelo...
Ryan Richard Ferraro
Nov 18, 2024
Ryan R. Ferraro, 39 of Meriden passed away November 18th at Midstate Hospital after a long illness. Born in New Haven, April 3, 1985, he was the son of Elaine DiMatteo Ferraro & the late Richard Ferraro. Ryan worked as a restoration specialist. He loved animals and music, was an avid car enthusiast, and enjoyed nature by spending time...
Lucille M. Ceruzzi
Nov 7, 2024
Lucille M. Ceruzzi formerly of Woodbridge and Orange, died peacefully on November 7, 2024 at Sturges Ridge of Fairfield days after celebrating her 98th birthday. Â She was the beloved wife of Louis Ceruzzi Sr. who predeceased her on October 31, 2013. Â They had a loving marriage for over 62 years and when Lou died a part of her went...
Ronald A. Leonardo
Nov 1, 2024
Ronald A. Leonardo, 82, of Hamden, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on November 1, 2024. Ronald leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Linda "Patty" Pilletere Leonardo and his two sons, Ronald (Catherine) and David (Susan). Ronald's legacy continues with his grandchildren David (Kaitlin) Leonardo, Lauren (Timm) Dexter, RJ and Nicholas Leonardo and his great...
James Anthony Senior
Oct 27, 2024
James A. Senior, 65 of West Haven died October 27th at Yale New Haven Hospital after a brief illness. James is survived by his wife Velma (Denise), son and daughter Jas and Kahlia Senior of Arizona, grandchildren Amara Senior, Chase and Brylliance Campbell, stepchildren Denisha and Dean Howard, sister Pamela (Pam) Senior McClary of Louisiana, brother Michael Senior of...
Joseph S. Bartiet
Oct 25, 2024
Joseph S. Bartiet ("Joe Bart"), 66 of Hamden, Connecticut passed away peacefully at his home, with sister Pamela Bartiet and Aunt Katie D'Auria by his side on October 25th after losing his battle to cancer. Born April 15, 1958, in New Haven, he was the loving son of the late Gerhardt "Gerry" & Virginia Gorman Bartiet. Joe is survived...
Phyllis Sargolini
Oct 24, 2024
Phyllis Sargolini, 78 of Hamden died October 24th at Yale New Haven Hospital after a long illness. She was the loving wife of the late Frederick Sargolini II. Born in Shenandoah, P.A. daughter of the late Edward & Leona Thomas Bredickas, Phyllis worked for many years as a bookkeeper. She was an avid gardener, who also enjoyed bowling, sewing...
Anthony A. Esposito
Sep 18, 2024
Anthony Adolph Esposito, 86, formerly of New Haven, passed away Wednesday, September 18th in Conway South Carolina. Born in New Haven, son of the late Adolph & Bruna Bacchiocchi Esposito, Anthony worked for many years as a mechanical engineer. In addition to his parents, Mr. Esposito was predeceased by his wife, Rosalie Esposito and his brother, Robert Esposito. Anthony...
George Perrotti
Sep 15, 2024
George Perrotti, 82 of Hamden died September 15th at the West Haven V.A. Hospital after a brief illness. Born in New Haven, son of the late Anthony & Ida Riccio Perrotti, George was an Army veteran, and a self-employed truck driver. He was a car enthusiast, attending many local car shows. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, and trips to...
Beverly J. Curello
Sep 7, 2024
Beverly J. Curello, 93 of Prospect died suddenly at home on September 7th. She was the loving wife of the late Gene Curello. Born in New Haven, April 23, 1931, daughter of the late Ralph & Mary Maturo Cavallaro, Beverly worked a short time at the former U.S. Surgical. Beverly was an active member of the Prospect Senior Center....
Jacob "Jake" Nietopski
Sep 1, 2024
Jacob "Jake" Nietopski, 41, of Hamden, formerly of Buffalo, N.Y. passed away following a brief hospitalization at Yale New Haven Hospital on September 1, 2024. Although Jake spent the last 10 years living in Connecticut, his true home was always Buffalo, New York. He was a lifelong caretaker, with a long history of working in healthcare and with the...
Shirley Dimeo
Aug 25, 2024
Shirley DiMeo, 92 of Derby died peacefully August 25th at Bishop Wicke Health & Rehab. of Shelton. Born in New Haven, daughter of the late Andrew & Rose Belmore Scott, Shirley loved vacationing at the Jersey shore, Cape Cod and Ogunquit, Maine. Her favorite trip was to the casinos with friends and family, with a stop for dinner at...
Frances "Franny" Farquhar
Aug 25, 2024
Frances "Franny" Farquhar, 93 of Hamden passed away peacefully August 25th at Yale New Haven Hospital. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Frances was born in New Haven, October 27, 1930, daughter of the late Michael & Angelina Lovacario Nuzzi. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 44 years, John Farquhar; her son, Robert...
