Paul was a great music lover and a talented artist. He enjoyed sharing his drawings and tattoo designs with friends and family.
Joey excelled in various sports throughout his youth, particularly football and baseball, and later had a passionate career as a landscaper.
Prior to her retirement, Maryann was a clerk in the West Haven Tax Office. She was the proudest West Haven Blue Devil sports fan.
After many years of applied talent, he retired as a Carpenter and Millworker from West Haven Lumber Company and Kamco Supply of New England.
Chuck was best known for his extreme generosity, high intelligence, strength, and thoughtfulness. He loved his family more than anything.
He dedicated more than 3 decades to Metro North, carrying on a legacy paved by his father and grandfathers before him.
A West Haven High School graduate, he served in the U.S. Navy & was the proud owner of Commercial Furniture Service Corporation for 35 years
Prior to Marilyn’s retirement, she was a secretary at West Haven High School where she was known as “Grammy” to both students and staff.
She devoted her life to her family and friends. She will be deeply and forever missed.
Prior to his retirement, John was president of the former DeFrank & Sons Janitorial Services of New Haven, which ran for nearly 50 years.
A longtime West Haven firefighter, he retired in 1994 as a lieutenant and was always a presence at the high school sports of his nephews.
Carolyn visited every ice-skating rink within the Northeast, proudly watching her son play hockey & her daughter competitively figure skate.
John was an alumnus of Notre Dame High School in West Haven. He was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, and a dear friend to many.
A letter carrier for over 35 years, he was a loving gentle soul, who always had a smile on his face and was there for anyone and everyone.
Mary, a mental health worker, was a huge animal lover, but what she loved the most was her family. She also served in the National Guard.
Mark, a U.S. Navy veteran, was an active plumber and carpenter. He liked to travel, especially to Lake George.
A U.S. Army veteran, he loved spending his time on the beach, strolling the boardwalk or fishing off the pier.
Born and raised in West Haven, Eleanor often shared vivid memories of Savin Rock.
Joanne was a passionate schoolteacher for over 40 years and cherished her students within the classroom all the while.
A U.S. Army veteran, he was a teacher, then vice principal, and ultimately retired as a principal in Milford.
Marilyn was very active in the community and volunteering was a very important part of her life. She sent care boxes to troops each month.
“With a feisty spirit, and a twinkle in her eye, MaryLou was loved by all who knew her.”
At the time of his death, he worked as a dispatcher for Dennis Auto Parts.
Most of all, Dave cherished time with his family and well into his 80s regularly drove hundreds of miles to be with them.
A U.S. Air Force veteran, he worked for the USPS for nearly 45 years before his retirement in 2021.
A U.S. Army veteran, he graduated from Notre Dame-West Haven and enjoyed his career as a CPA and working for the Knights of Columbus.
A proud U. S. Marine Corp veteran who served during the Vietnam War, Harry was the best storyteller, board game player, listener, & friend.
Jim was active in sports from an early age, and excelled in baseball, football and academics. He was a West Haven Councilman for many years.
She was extremely active in her community & was one of the most animated & passionate fans at any rink when attending her boys’ hockey games
He was a life-long youth sports coach, served as a police commissioner, and on City Council, and was also West Haven Italian of the Year.
A man with many interests, he was one of the executives instrumental in founding the video gaming industry.
A post-Vietnam war veteran, Brian served as a corporal in the Marine Corp. At Sikorsky, he was an inspector for many years.
A proud U.S. Army Veteran, he retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 50 years of service.
Ed attended local schools in West Haven and met the love of his life, Lucy, shortly before high school graduation.
He faithfully served in the U.S. Army stationed in Germany and then went on to open his still-running business, Catapano Auto Body & Towing.
Al, who opened Al’s Service Center in the early 1970s, was a former fire commissioner for the West Haven Fire Dept., West Shore District.
A constructional engineer most of his life, he was a master craftsman and developed many colleagues and friendships throughout his career.
For years, Pat worked as a carpet installer for his uncle at Harry’s Carpet Service.
Rose worked for many years at the University of New Haven, and above all, enjoyed spending time with her family.
She retired as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Yale New Haven Hospital after a 35-year career.