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Jeffrey Petritus Obituary

PETRITUS, JEFFREY F. Jeffrey F. Petritus, 52, of Ridgewood Rd. Middletown died on Tuesday at the Middlesex Hospital. Born on March 13, 1961 in New Britain beloved son of Edward and Dorothy ( Malona ) Petritus. Jeffrey had been a resident of Middletown most of his life, he attended local schools. A 1979 graduate of Xaiver High School and a 1983 graduate of Southern Connecticut University. A member of St. Pius X Church. Besides his parents he is survived by his loving family a daughter Jessica Petritus of Manchester, a sister Laurene and husband Ejaz Ahmed of Middletown. His former wife Beth Petritus of Manchester. A memorial mass will be held on Saturday at 11 am in St. Pius X Church. Burial will be private. Those who wish may make memorial donations to the Middlesex Hospice Unit, c/o Development Office, 55 Crescent St., Middletown, CT 06457. The Coughlin- Lastrina Funeral Home, 491 High St., Middletown, CT 06457 is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by middletownpress from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2014.

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ALBINO SHELLY

January 11, 2021

I remember Jeff very well. I miss his laugh and big smile.

David Timbro

January 19, 2014

Rest in peace Jeff, our lives crossed paths in High School and then later in life you were always a joy to be around.

Lori Landry-Valente

January 18, 2014

Jeff and I were friends in school many years ago. He was such a kind person. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Debbie Larson

January 18, 2014

I'm truly sorry for your loss. Jeff was a kind and gentle man. Known to me as Pastrami Ruben. May all your memories comfort you all in this time of sorrow.

Sheila McCarthy

January 17, 2014

I worked with Jeff many years ago and always remembered that he could make you laugh. Very sorry for your loss.

Debra Stock

January 15, 2014

I was sorry to hear of the passing of Jeff. He was quite the character. He was witty and silly and made us laugh. He will be fondly remembered by all of us at West Side Market.

Shelly Albino

January 15, 2014

Words are not enough to express my sincere grief in hearing this news. I have known Jeff since 1999 at Wyman-Gordon. He had love of life and always spoke of love of his daughter. I will miss him.

Gregory and Jane Harris

January 15, 2014

Please accept our condolences for this dreadful loss. We grieve with you.

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