Name: Calling hours for Paul S. Amenta
Start: 2014-12-12T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-12-13T01:00:00.000Z
Location: New Britain Memorial-Sagarino Funeral Home

Former CT State Senator Paul S. Amenta Paul S. Amenta, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Paul led an inspiring life in which he served as a WWII pilot, dedicated over 30 years of his time on the CT Board of Education, served six terms as a CT State Senator, and spent his last years until the age of 79 at AFSCME's Political and Legislative Director. He was an extremely generous man who gave endlessly of his time and of his love. Paul was born on September 30, 1922 to Salvatore and Vita (Crisafulli) Amenta. He is survived by his 5 children, daughter Joyce and Dave McKnight of Bristol, a daughter Sharron Amenta Blancato of New Britain; one son Paul and Jean Amenta of New Britain; daughter Pamela Gervais and her fiancé Gordon Page of Westbrook; daughter Cynthia Amenta Panella and Joe Simlick of Westbrook, CT. He also leaves his brother Sebastian Amenta of Ft. Lauderdale, FL., 11 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and friends that all lovingly called him "Pop!" Paul will rest in loving peace with his wife of 55 years, Marion (Whitney) Amenta, his daughter Patricia (Amenta) Nigro,his brother Carmen Amenta and his sister Mary (Amenta) DeLorenze. At this time we would also like to acknowledge Theresa Gavin and Tom and Angie Dolan who took care of him on his last journey. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 9:00 AM from the New Britain Memorial Donald D. Sagarino Funeral Home, 444 Farmington Ave. New Britain, followed by a mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at St. Maurice Church, 100 Whitman Rd. New Britain. Burial with military honors will be at St. Mary Cemetery, New Britain. Friends and family may call on Friday, December 12th from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home, Directions: exit 37 off I-84 take a right at the exit, funeral home is 1 ½ miles on your right. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to New Britain High School, 110 Mill Street New Britain CT c/o The Paul Amenta, Sr. Scholarship Fund. To share a memory with the family please go to www.newbritainsagarino.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Dec. 10, 2014.

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Sunday Brown

December 16, 2014

Joy, such a sad brthday present! You and your family have our Deepest Sympathy
Love,
Sunny & Ken Brown

October 28, 2014

The Blancato Family

December 16, 2014

We're missing you terribly Pop! You will forever be in our hearts. All Our Love, Lisa, Mark, Soleil, Bella, Farrah, and Hudson

Len Prygoda

December 15, 2014

Dear Paul, Jean and family,
Just found out last night , on Facebook, of your dad passing away. What a wonderful difference he made in this world. As a Goodwin Tech graduate, I always recall his very strong support for the vocational high school system in the state. His many unselfish years on the Board of Education paved the way for educational success for thousands of students. We are all indebted to Paul Sr. for his service to his city and state. He will not be forgotten. My prayers are with you. Len Prygoda, AFT

Francesca Tulski

December 14, 2014

What a wonderful man. Think we may be related if he was related to Ciancis from Siracusa area of Sicily.

Frank Manafort jr.

December 14, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Richard A. Rutkowski

December 14, 2014

I would like to offer my deepest condolence to the entire family of Paul S. Amenta. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Amenta family at this time of great loss. Paul was instrumental in helping intercede on my half via a request from my father Peter P. Rutkowski, president of the Pulaski Democratic Club in NewBritain, Conn.to get me into the Hartford State Technical Institute (HSTI) in Hartford Connecticut in 1956. Upon graduation from HSTI, I transfeered all my credits to Tri-State College (now Triane University) in Angola, Indiana and received a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering in Aug. 1959. I always will feel endeaded to Paul for giving me a big break via entry at HSTI and the start of my 33 year rewarding professional industrial engineering career in he State of Connecticut. I also was a associate of his son-in-law David McKnight at the New Britain Sail & Power Squadron for many years, as we served in the education dept. of the squadron. Once again my sincere sympathy to the entire Amenta family. May our loving GOD take care of Paul in heaven. I will not say good-bye, I will say, till we meet again some day in the near future in heaven. GOD bless you all.

Edwina Zawacki

December 13, 2014

So sorry for the loss of your father. My prayers and sympathy to all of the Amenta family.
Chip Zawacki

December 13, 2014

to the entire amenta family, may your memories and support of your family find you comfort in your time of grief.i think of you and still cherish clinton beach.i know its been years Patty,but i havent forgotten.living in ormond beach,florida,but still visit Ct.with heartfelt sympathy,francine sperre

December 12, 2014

Love to all

December 12, 2014

My sincerest condolences to the Amenta family. As young men, my Dad and Paul met and became political allies through the Democratic Party in New Britain, and later friends. I remember my Dad always speaking very highly of Senator Amenta throughout the time I was a little girl to an adult.
I am deeply sorry for your loss and extend my sincerest sympathy to you.
Donna Paladino Lash

Melissa Bosse

December 12, 2014

Extending my sympathy to Joyce and family, in the loss of your father.

December 12, 2014

im sorry 4 ur loss...paul was a great guy...he was a great friend of my father..i remember as a young man...coming over 2 the house.. 2 see sharon ..pam... and patty... cindy was just a baby... loved those days.... sorry i cant b in attendence...not feeling good... love u guys...sorry....Roger Gaudio .

Elizabeth Grieder

December 12, 2014

To the Amazing Amenta Family,
Pop was a dynamic person. I can't express how sorry I am to see him go. His memory will live on through all of you and the stories that you share.
Love you all,
Liz

Anna McKnight-Matney

December 12, 2014

Even though I wasn't related to him by blood, Pop always treated me as one of the grandkids. So many fond Christmas Eve and Beach House memories growing up. Thank you for making me a part of the Amenta family. I will miss you.

Lisa Zawisza

December 12, 2014

Mark, Lisa and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Cherish the wonderful memories that you shared with him. Tell your children "ALL" of the stories. All our love, Lisa, Linda and Alyson

Victoria Farrell

December 12, 2014

Pam, and to the entire Amenta clan. My deepest condolences for your loss. I can't express enough how your father touched my life. He was such a wonderful and caring man and will never forget how he accepted me into your incredible family and treated me like a daughter. He was a gentle soul who will be missed greatly by all whose life he has touched. My love and prayers to all of you. Vicki Farrell (Greensburg, PA)

MaryEllen Fillo

December 11, 2014

I had the pleasure of reporting on the New Britain Board of Ed for many years. Paul was a gentleman and the voice of sensibility when it was needed to get the issues back of track. I admired his commitment and tenacity as a citizen and board member. New Britain and its students were very fortunate.
MaryEllen Fillo
Hartford Courant

Diane Baldessari

December 11, 2014

Sharron and family, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I have warm memories of the times I spent with you and your family. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Cindy Ressler

December 11, 2014

Mark, Lisa & entire Amenta/Blancato family, my deepest sympathies are with you during this saddened time. May loving & honorable memories live in your hearts forever. God definitely broke the mold after him!

Joe Simlick

December 11, 2014

To Honor a Man like Pop is to Love and Respect and His Legacy, Pop will always have a special place in My Heart for the Faith He entrusted in Me to share one of finest accomplishments, His Baby.

Robert Vitale

December 11, 2014

My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Amenta. May he Rest in Peace.

Dorislee Carpenter

December 11, 2014

All of you have my love, but most of all today that love is for Paul and Marion, reunited. He/they gave so much to each and everyone he ever came in contact with, the loss is to everyone - was amd will always be a great man. Thanks for the memories. Dorislee

Oriana Sandoval

December 10, 2014

To the Amenta family.Sorry for your loss,Paul was a wonderful men,I had such a beautiful memorys,He will be always in my heart...."

Teresa Cardona

December 10, 2014

RIP Paul Amenta my condolences to the family rock d heaven

Lynn Roby Knapp

December 10, 2014

My dad Chuck Roby and Paul were great friends, we spent several Christmas Eve's with the Amenta family, we love you all, please know our thoughts are with you all. Cuz Lynn Roby Knapp. Xxoo

December 10, 2014

To the Amenta children and grandchildren...Uncle Paul had an amazing life and a beautiful loving family...may you find peace to know he is at rest now and will forever watch over his loving family...my condolences to all...
Love Charlene Whitney

xxxxxx xxxxxxxx

December 10, 2014

THANK YOU

cindy and dave ewings

December 10, 2014

Jon, so sorry for your loss. I am sure you all will remember him fondly

Marilyn Labonte

December 10, 2014

Dear Amenta family. My heart is heavy with grief at this time. I loved your Dad, almost as much as my own. They we're "cut from the same cloth" I have lots of good memories from the distant pass up to the present. What a loving family! I know that the love you all share will help to sustain the pain of loss you now are faced with. God is merciful. Our deepest sympathies, Marilyn and Roland

December 10, 2014

My thoughts are with you and the stories I have heard about your family. My deepest sympathy on your loss of Pops.
love, Terry Turner

December 10, 2014

Paul Jean Cindy and Family sorry for you loss our prayers are with you Jack &Chris Balkun

Gina and Fred West

December 10, 2014

Our love and sympathy to all of you at this time. You are in our thoughts...sending hugs.

paula marturano

December 10, 2014

Sharron my deepest simpathy to u and ur family
I remember how close u were with your dad, he will never be gone from you. He will always be in your heart
Love u

December 10, 2014

My deepist sympathy to the Amenta Family. Paul always extended a helping hand to who ever needed help. I will miss his smile.
Joseph Russo

Paul Morrell

December 10, 2014

The senator was always great to all of us, and knew how to make each and everyone of Marks friends feel important,and special. He was a great man and will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and Pop will always be in my heart.

izzy montano

December 10, 2014

restyor friend izzy inpeace paul, you will be greatly missed

Jane Murphy

December 10, 2014

Sharron, I am so sorry for your loss, but know that your dad is in a better place. He is finally reunited with your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.....

December 10, 2014

Love and prayers to the Amenta Family, always remember the fun at your house when we were teenagers and your Dad trying to keep a handle on all of us, wonderful man. Judie (Farrell) Kozlowski
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Mary Anne Silverio Wysocki

December 9, 2014

Thinking of you all at this sad time with much love and many, many joyful memories of the Amenta and Silverio family adventures growing up with our loving parents of the "greatest generation". Your Dad's commitment to family, friends and public service, particularly education makes me feel so very blessed to have known him my entire life. Much love to all of you. He will always be remembered.

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