West Haven Mourns Founder Of Cappetta's Italian Imports

WEST HAVEN, CT — The West Haven community and beyond is mourning the death of Aniello Cappetta, the founder of Cappetta's Italian Imports Pizza and Catering. He was 73.

The family announced Cappeta’s death in a post on the eatery’s Facebook page on Monday.

“It is with great sadness that we tell you about the passing of our founder Aniello Cappetta,” the post reads. “Aniello died early this morning with his family by his side. To allow us time to grieve, we will be closed for regular business this week and will reopen February 28th. Thank you for your patience and understanding.”

Cappetta's Italian Imports Pizza and Catering is known as “West Haven’s Little Italy” in the city’s Allingtown section. Aniello started Cappetta's Italian Imports with his late wife Palma in 1989.

More than 400 people wrote condolences to the family in the comments section under the Facebook post.

One person wrote, “We’re so sorry for your family’s loss. He was such a good man and a staple of the community. He will be missed and always remembered fondly. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.”

Another person wrote, “Never met a nicer man. My deepest sympathy and condolences to Luigi, Donato and their families. May your father rest in peace.”

Cappetta was named West Haven’s Italian American of the Year in 2019. He was honored as part of the festivities for West Haven's 21st annual Columbus Day Celebration on the steps of City Hall.

See also:

• Obituary: Aniello Cappetta, 73, Of West Haven
• Aniello Cappetta Honored As West Haven's 2019 Italian Of The Year