Obituary: Nicholas S. Raccio, 92, Of North Haven

NORTH HAVEN, CT — (From North Haven Funeral Home): Nicholas S. Raccio, 92, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at The Landing and was finally reunited with his beloved wife, the late Eleanor Palmucci Raccio. Together they were the perfect pair and loved each other beyond measure.

Nick was born in New Haven on October 25th, 1930, and was the son of the late Stefano and Josephine Riccitelli Raccio.

He served his country faithfully in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean War as part of the Battles of Inchon and Chosin Reservoir and was the recipient of the Purple Heart, the Korean Service Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, the United Nations, and National Defense Service Medals and was a recent recipient of Quilts of Valor.

Nick proudly worked for the Catholic Cemeteries Association, in management, for over 30 years until his retirement.

Loving brother of Joanne Broga and the late Mary Martine, Sylvia Borrelli, Angelo, and Alfred “Sonny” Raccio. Brother-in-law of Irene DiTallo. His sister, sister-in-law, many special nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and caring friends will truly miss his joyful demeanor and amazing smile. Everyone who met him, loved Uncle Nick and will miss him greatly!

The visiting hours will be Tuesday morning, October 17 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven at 12 p.m. Interment with full military honors will follow in All Saints Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Quilts of Valor Foundation ID #23265P.O. Box 191, Winterset, IA 50273.

For more information and to leave online condolences, visit North Haven Funeral Home here.