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Stephen Sanseverino Obituary

SANSEVERINO, STEPHEN CHRISTOPHER Stephen Christopher Sanseverino, 27, passed away in his home in New Haven. He was the beloved son of Joyce and Mel Sanseverino and brother of Alex and Melissa Sanseverino. He was born on December 28th, 1983. He attended West Hills School in New Haven and graduated first in his class from Notre Dame High School in West Haven in 2002. Chris went on to study at the French Culinary Institute of New York. His lifelong love of gastronomy made him an indispensable cook at family parties, a creative Head Chef at Caseus Fromagerie & Bistro in New Haven and Taproom 307 in New York, and a valuable volunteer "Camp Mom" at First Descents outdoor adventure camps for young adult cancer fighters and survivors. His family will receive relatives and friends at IOVANNE FUNERAL HOME, INC. 11 Wooster Place, New Haven, on Wednesday, September 7th from 4pm until 8pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, September 8th at 10am at St. Michael's Church, 29 Wooster Place, New Haven. Memorial contributions in Chris' name may be made to Slow Food Connecticut (www.ctslowfood.org; 17 Hard Hill Road, Woodbury, Conn 06798) or First Descents (firstdescents.org; 6000 Greenwood Plaza Blvd. Suite 120, Greenwood Village, CO 80111). Sign Chris' guest book online at www.iovanne.com.

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Published by the New Haven Register from Sep. 4 to Sep. 6, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
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Sue White

August 29, 2025

I still have the scarves you made Stephen. A sweet and gentle soul is always remembered.

Sue White

August 29, 2023

Thinking of Stephen today as so many others are as well. My memories of you have not faded. You are missed and taken way too soon.

Larry Cacace

November 7, 2011

I can only imagine the pain you are suffering through right now. Hopefully time will help to heal your loss. You're all wonderful people and I'm so glad my life has been blessed with knowing you. My entire family included. We pray for you. God Bless.
Sincere Condolences, The Cacace Family

darleme agostini

September 15, 2011

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Mary and Don Solimini

September 14, 2011

To those who loved Chris, We are thinking of you.

Alex Cuevas

September 14, 2011

Rest in Peace, Chris.

Mindy Swan

September 9, 2011

Oh Beemer, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and I hope that your memories of Chris and the love you shared will bring you moments of peace and even joy in the days to come. Love, Mork

Adela Gloady

September 9, 2011

Dear Brian
i'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Chris will always be in my heart, i was lucky to meet him and share a couple of laughs. i hope you are holding up- my thoughts are with you

John Polcari

September 8, 2011

"It's at times like this when life requires us to dig in and hold steady. The loss of someone we love is never easy. Brace yourself against your loved ones that are here and together you and his family will get through this. His light will never diminish in your heart and soul. His memory remains forever. Much love sent out to you and his family."

Mark Kasmin

September 7, 2011

To the entire Sanseverino Family-
I met Christopher many years ago at Matt and Amy's home and was immediately impressed with his talents and personality. Please accept my sincerest condolences on his tragic loss. I shall keep you all in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Mark Kasmin
Matt/Amy's Uncle Mark

..beyond our ability to understand...life is so fragile...my deepest sympathy...

Barbara Tendler

September 7, 2011

September 7, 2011

Dear Brian,
We are so sorry for your loss. Chris was so special. We will always remember his kindness and picture him making pankcakes with Devin and cookies for Cara's class. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and his family.
Gina,Brian,Cara and Devin

Betsy Engvall

September 7, 2011

I met Stephen through Brian and felt so happy for the two of them - they made a great couple. Although I didn't know Stephen as well as Brian, my heart goes out to you and your family. If Brian loved him, he must have been wonderful!

Jenny Hinshaw

September 7, 2011

My dear friend Brian,

There are no words at this time that can express my extreme sadness for you and Chris' family. Please know I am thinking of you and would do anything to help ease your pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Jenny

Gary Kiss

September 7, 2011

We are all so sad to hear about your loss. He was a great person who was liked by all. Will miss his amazing desserts!

Keecha Riley

September 7, 2011

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May precious memories fill your heart and ease your pain.

Linda Hegedus

September 6, 2011

Joyce and Family,
I'm very sorry to hear of this sad news. May God be with and your family during this most difficult time. Light and Peace Always

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce and Family,
I can't imagine the pain and grief you must be going through. I am thinking of you and offer my caring and support as you face the days ahead. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Sandra Heller

vanessa pizzoferrato

September 6, 2011

So sad to hear about the loss of stephen.. He was a great person and will be deeply missed.. Hearts and prays to your family during this very difficult time..

Annie Wickman

September 6, 2011

I'm so sad about Chris, he really meant a lot to me. He was a wonderful person who I loved being around and will miss greatly. Sending many thoughts and warm wishes.

Suzanne White

September 6, 2011

May you somehow find comfort in knowing that Stephen brought so much joy to those of us who were blessed to know him. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers go out to your family.

Darlene Richichi

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce and family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your son. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead, and the memories give you strength.
Darlene Richichi

Paula and John Roll

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce, Mel, Melissa and Alex,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Chris' passing. We have such wonderful memories of the friendship he and Meredith shared. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce and family, I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your son. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead and may your memories give you strength
Darlene Richichi

Gene LaPorta

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce and Mel
I am so saddened to learn of this tragic event in your lives. Please accept the prayers of myself and family for Chris and your family at this time of great sorrow.
Gene LaPorta

Andrea Jones

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce, Mel and family,
Deeply sorry to learn about the loss of your dear son. Remembering the good times at West Hills. Adam and Chris(Allard) were classmates of Stephen. With deepest sympathy, Andrea(Allard) Jones

Dianne Higginson

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce- there are no words for your loss, I am so sorry. I am here if you need to reach out. My prayers for all of you.
Dianne Higginson and Family

Danielle Incarnato

September 6, 2011

Words can not express my sorrow for your family. Chris was such a wonderful, good-hearted, and talented person. I am glad that I had the privilege of knowing him. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Debbie Carature

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce, Words can never begin to explain how sorry I am to hear about your son. Hopefully, time will heal your sadness and know that I am here for you if you need someone to talk to.

Dominic Cusano

September 6, 2011

Dear Joyce,
Our prayers are with you during these difficult times

Cathy Cyr

September 5, 2011

Mel, Joyce, Alex, and Melissa,
Words cannot heal the pain you have. Time and love will. So many people have been blessesd to have Chris touch their lives. I hope you will keep those memories dear knowing that he not only touched your life, but many others as well. God Bless you all. Chris is sleeping in peace with the angels.

Meredith Roll

September 5, 2011

All my love and prayers are with you all. Chris was such a special person. He will be greatly missed.

Liz Althen

September 5, 2011

Dear Joyce,
I am so sad to hear the terrible news of your son's passing. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

David Tuttle

September 5, 2011

Dear Joyce. Our prayers for you, your family and Stephen. We hope you find comfort in your friends and family at this difficut time.

David Tuttle & Family

Karen Canty

September 5, 2011

Dear Joyce:
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.

Kirk Stankiewicz

September 5, 2011

I am so sorry...There is nothing one can say to make the pain go away...but to know you are in my thoughts...God Bless...

Sheldon Myer

September 5, 2011

Joyce, Mel, and Family

I pray that He will sustain you as you must all bear the unbearable. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and that I am praying for inner strength for you all. We are all so saddened.

Maura Flynn

September 5, 2011

Sanseverino family,
I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. You are in my thoughts.

Steve Orloski

September 5, 2011

Joyce,
My thoughts and prayers will be with you and you family at this difficult time.

Ted Gerrish

September 5, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Marie Brown

September 5, 2011

I am at a loss of words to say to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and you family.

September 5, 2011

Joyce, Mel, and Family

Know that we all share your incredible pain at this hour. We pray that you will find strength in Him to bear the unbearable. My prayers at this hour are with you all.

Sheldon Myer (Hamden)

Laura Flowers

September 5, 2011

We are so very sorry to hear of your son's passing. We know no words can heal the pain you have. We will keep you in our prayers. Just know that he will always be with you in your heart and will forever watch over you. All our love-Laura & Mike Flowers

Dave Feda

September 5, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thougts and prayers are with you.

September 5, 2011

Joyce and Mel,
It's difficult to find the words to express my sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Joyce Saraceni

Susan McDonald

September 5, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss.
You are in my thoughts!

Joycey Attianese

September 5, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the family. May he rest in peace and suffer no longer.

Anne Marie DaRos

September 5, 2011

Joyce and Mel,

Words could never say how I feel for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Chris was loved by so many people. I have such wonderful memories of all the get togethers at my house. I guess Chris can cook for Lou now!
Love, Anne Marie DaRos

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