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Ryan Richard Ferraro

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

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.  She was the beloved wife of Louis Ceruzzi Sr. who predeceased her on October 31, 2013.  They had a loving marriage for over 62 years and when Lou died a part of her went...

Ronald A. Leonardo

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Marilyn Esposito

Marilyn Esposito

Aug 19, 2024

Marilyn (Reilly) Esposito, born on June 30, 1942, from Hamden CT; passed away on August 19, 2024. A proud owner of Esposito's Pastry and S&M Delicatessen in Derby, Marilyn later enjoyed a fulfilling career in the Planning and Zoning Department with the Town of Hamden until her retirement. Marilyn was a vibrant individual, known for her culinary skills, especially...

Diane "Deedee" Maio

Diane "Deedee" Maio

Aug 12, 2024

Diane (Dee Dee) Patrina Cocchiaro Maio, beloved wife of Antonio (Tony) Maio, formerly of Hamden, CT, and residing in The Villages, FL, peacefully passed away on August 12th, at the age of 80, surrounded by her loving family.  Born in New Haven, CT, daughter of the late Alfred & Helen Carofano Cocchiaro, she was a proud graduate of Hamden...

Annette M. Lucarelli

Annette M. Lucarelli

Aug 5, 2024

Annette Lucarelli of North Haven entered into the kingdom of God on August 5th. She was born on April 4, 1941 to the late Joseph & Mary Rizzo Cataldo. Annette started her career in the insurance industry while a senior at Hillhouse High school working part time for Allstate Insurance Co. as a telephone operator and working her way...

Pearlie N. Thompson

Pearlie N. Thompson

Jul 21, 2024

Ms. Pearlie Nell Thompson, 63 of E. Providence, R.I, formerly of New Haven went home to be with the Lord on July 21, 2024 at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Ruben Thompson of Enterprise, Alabama and the late Lillian Thompson of Jackson County, Florida. Pearlie worked at Stop & Shop, and enjoyed cooking and...

Olivia V. Sarosario

Olivia V. Sarosario

Jul 5, 2024

Olivia Vaca Sarosario, 78 of Hamden, passed away suddenly at Yale New Haven Hospital on July 5th, 2024. Olivia was born on January 27, 1946 in Manila, Philippines to Joaquin Montilla Vaca & Aniceta Cruz Estorres. She graduated from St. Rita's College in Manila. Olivia emigrated to Chicago, Illinois in 1974 where she lived until she moved to Connecticut...

Ann Marie Marone

Ann Marie Marone

Jul 4, 2024

Ann Marie Marone, 82 of Madison died peacefully July 4th at Autum Lake Healthcare of Madison after a long illness. Born in New Haven, daughter of the late Arthur & Francis Hill Nutcher, Ann Marie worked for the State of Connecticut Department of Corrections as a juvenile counselor. She graduated S.C.S.U. with a Masters' degree in English. Ann Marie...

Frank J. Testa

Frank J. Testa

Jun 20, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Frank James Testa, announce his sudden passing on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at the age of 72. Born in New Haven, he was the son of the late Frank and Alice Stango Testa. A graduate of North Haven High School, Frank was a career truckdriver, spending many hours on the...

Carol Funaro

Carol Funaro

Jun 20, 2024

Carol Funaro, 86 of Cheshire, formerly of New Haven, died June 20th at Yale N.H.H St. Raphael campus after a brief illness. Born in New Haven December 17, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Ernest & Theresa Palmieri Funaro. Carol worked for many years as an Accounting Technician for the V.A. in West Haven. Carol enjoyed traveling,...

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