Obituary
He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
She had an exemplary career as Senior Technology Engineer at Travelers Insurance in Hartford.
He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army and participated in Iraqi Freedom. He later began a career in tattoo artistry.
A volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, he was an avid outdoorsman, loved being outside and was an avid cyclist with Crash Boys International.
He began his career with the Hamden Public Schools at Sleeping Giant Jr. High School & became Director of Fine Arts for the school district.
He had a huge role in the start-up and organization of the Hamden hockey program before becoming president of the Hamden Hockey Organization
A 3-term President of the New Haven Elks Lodge and current Chairperson of the Trustees, her passion for Community Service were unparalleled.
Ros worked for the State of Connecticut Judicial Branch for more than 26 years.
He enjoyed a long career in international finance, but is perhaps best remembered for his love & support of the arts & philanthropic legacy.
She had worked as a Registered Nurse for many years and retired from New Haven Manufacturing.
“Devoted wife, loving mother, adoring grandmother, full-time Registered Nurse and devoted sister, aunt, and friend.”
A Sacred Heart Academy graduate, she received her bachelor’s degree from Keene State College and pursued a career as a social worker.
An avid dog trainer, one of Mark’s most prized attributes was his ability to connect with animals beautifully and honestly.
He was the owner/operator of Michelangelo’s Italian Restaurant, West Haven and Sapori D’Italia, Hamden.
A graduate of Hamden High School, where he played football, Matthew was the owner/operator of Mauriello Tile & Marble.
Joe ran his own delivery business and spent many years as a caddy at the New Haven Country Club where he was regarded as an institution.
Prior to retirement, Iris spent more than 20 years as Office Administrator for Dr. Alan Weiss and Dr. Barry Weiss.
An avid painter, Katy worked at Yale in the Sterling Memorial Library as an assistant librarian.
He was an independent contractor while pursuing a career in sports reporting and writing short stories.
A Hamden resident most of his life, Wayne was an avid Dallas Cowboys and New York Yankee fan.
A decorated U.S. Army Veteran, he served more than 30 years with the Hamden Police Department and then worked for Thurston Foods Company.
Co-owner of Dahill Energy Systems, he also was a proud business owner of Art’s French Fries, The Dough House, and World’s Best Sundae.
Shirley worked for 30 years as the Assistant Town Clerk for the Town of Hamden.
He worked for Blue Cross/Blue Shield of CT, Henkel of Rocky Hill and most recently for The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine.
A beloved, son, brother, uncle & friend, Chris was a Psychiatric APRN at Yale-New Haven Hospital and devoted his life to mental health care.
A Hamden High School graduate, he worked for many years at Cummings Steel and then continued his career at Metro North.
Billy faithfully served his country as a combat field medic in the U.S. Army. He then served 28 years with the Bridgeport Police Department.
He worked as a helicopter technician for over 20 years and belonged to Blessed Sacrament Church in Hamden.
She worked for Yale New Haven Hospital for over 25 years & was a former board member that raised funds to build the Children's Center there.
Patricia worked as a bookkeeper for many years at the Hamden Board of Education. She was an avid reader and game enthusiast.
A retired New Haven firefighter, he founded Sal Rizzo and Sons Slicing Machines in 1962 catering to restaurants & delis throughout the state
Known for his quick-witted sense of humor, Paul had a generous spirit and was always there to offer kind words, support, and a helping hand.
A U.S. Navy veteran, he worked for 30 years with IBM Corporation and then with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.
Charles was a truly great dad, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Steve has remained in the hearts of those who knew him and will be missed so very much.
A former Research Scientist at Yale University, he was a Faculty Adjunct at Quinnipiac University and cared deeply about his students.
Ralph was a member of the Saint Andrew’s Men’s Society, Pine Grove Men’s Club and was a retired West Haven Volunteer Firefighter.
He grew up in Hamden where, on a blind date as a sophomore in high school, he met the love of his life and his wife of 55 years.
A lifelong area resident, Zachary had been a construction laborer.