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Dennis Rodia Obituary
Lifelong Area Resident
Dennis J. Rodia, Jr. age 44, beloved son of Lilli Bruno Rodia of Norwalk, died suddenly August 30, 2012 in Norwalk Hospital. Dennis was born December 27, 1967 in Stamford and had been a lifelong area resident. He was a self-employed Roofer and Carpenter who enjoyed his profession.
Survivors in addition to his mother include a long-time friend ,Donnella Bryan; a step-mother, Diane Rodia of Norwalk; two sisters and their husbands, Michele & Todd Turner of Norwalk and Mary & Matthew Pisani of North Haven; a brother Chris Rodia of Norwalk; several step-brothers and step-sisters; a step-daughter Monica Wilson of Bridgeport ; several nieces and nephews; and many friends and family. He was predeceased by his father, Dennis J. Rodia, Sr. He will be sadly missed by all of his friends and family.
Friends may greet the family on Tuesday September 4, 2012 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm in Norwalk's Hoyt- Cognetta Funeral Home & Crematory, 5 East Wall Street. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the American Heart Association. Please visit www.norwalkfh.com to send a condolence. The funeral home staff is honored to assist the Rodia family in their time of need.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Rodia
christopher rodia
September 25, 2012
I miss you every day my brother,you are the first image in my heart and mind when i wake up and the last image when i go to sleep..Taken before your time and it makes me so damn mad..WHY? I guess heaven was to quite and god needed some noise and laughter,well now he has it but unfortunatly we miss it here and now..see you again one day soon...i love you porky
SISSY ROBINSON
September 5, 2012
LILI I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR SON HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL MAY HE REST IN PEACE
JOHN KNAPP K-STAR SOFTBALL
September 4, 2012
WE WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE RODIA FAMILY FOR YOUR LOSS. WE ARE DEEPLY SADDENED BY HIS PASSING.YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
Beth Hodge
September 4, 2012
Dear Lilli & Michele,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Dennis' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
September 4, 2012
Michele & family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Faith Alves
Renee Krofssik
September 4, 2012
Dennis you were like a brother to me. Michele, Jeffrey, me and you together all the time and those were the toughest teenage years! We always had eachother's back no matter the situation!!! I will miss you sooooooo much and love you always. Love, your adopted sister Renee
sue cichowicz and family
September 4, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Frank& Betty Albano
September 4, 2012
Dennnis you will be remember by the good time we had in RI those were the good old day & you where my PenPal for awhile you will always be in Heart our forever your loving friends Betty& Frank albano love ya Sweetie
September 3, 2012
Lil, Please know how truly sorry I am for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers, (Still miss being able to spend part of Thanksgiving with you at Jeani's)
Jaye Faries
MADELINE OPPER
September 3, 2012
DEAR LIL, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY .
Danny Amoruccio
September 3, 2012
Lilli, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis. It really is a shock. I remembered seeing him while I was taking care of your brother, Joe Bruno back in January.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. Please pass along my condolences to Tina and the rest of the gang.
God Bless you all.
Danny Amoruccio, Funeral Director
heather golinski
September 3, 2012
So sorry Dennis R.I.P
heather golinski
September 3, 2012
Lilly, this is heather we lived below you guys behind rits.... I'm so so sorry for your loss..... been along time and sorry this had to be the way to reconnect with you.... you are missed and i well always love you
Beverly Hayes
September 3, 2012
Dear Michelle, Lilli and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Dennis's sudden passing! I know what a sad and difficult time it will be in the days and months ahead as you mourn and grieve. May he rest in peace and may all of your wonderful memories carry you through. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Beverly
Doreen Dominick
September 3, 2012
My heart goes out to the entire family. Dennis , you will be missed by many. I am so sad that he has been taken from us so soon. Love & prayers to you all.
Gloria Pryor
September 3, 2012
Very Sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Dennis could always put a smile on your face he was a one in a million and will truly be missed..R.I.P. Dennis. I will always remember (Bouton St days)
American Heart Association
September 2, 2012
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Abbbey Hamilton
September 2, 2012
Lilly, If there is anything at all you need from me, Please call me...Be strong and know that we have one more angel to care for us from above.
richard Scire
September 2, 2012
A very sad andheart felt loss. our prayers and love goes to the family. with love richard scire and family.
Scott Donnelly
September 2, 2012
My brother you will be sadly missed. I hope you are at peace my brother. Luv ya. My prayers are with your Mom and the rest of your family.
Roberta Marsan
September 2, 2012
To All The Family of Dennis,
Our sincere sympathy to you for your loss of Dennis. May you find comfort in all the happy memories of him and in all the joy he brought into everyone's life that knew him.
Roberta & Lester
Suzanne Wilson
September 2, 2012
To Lilli,
I am so sorry for your loss I loved Dennis he was a good person with a big heart. God Bless Lilli, give me a call anytime night or day 863-393-7198
Dawn Stack-LaMadeleine
September 2, 2012
We are SO very sorry for your loss. I pray that you all take comfort in knowing that he is in heaven with his daddy. Stay strong and remember his love will be forever in your hearts.
tracey benedict
September 2, 2012
Lilly and family, I am so sorry for your loss. We will always remember the good times we had with Dennis. My thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP Dennis... Tracey and Tommy Benedict..
Art & Lynn Pack
September 2, 2012
Dear Lilli & Family,
Heartfelt sympathy and much love to you,
as you go through this time of grief.
mildred mattiello dumont
September 2, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Will be missed by all gone but not forgotten
Another Journey to behold...
Abbey Hamilton
September 2, 2012
Today people are being born into this world. celebrating birthdays and taking there last breath of air, I have no words to make sense of everything that comes in-between,but I am sad today, Dennis was my friend and a loving heart, A man with humor and admiration,Peace & Blessing to you all.
Nick DeRosa
September 2, 2012
So sorry for your loss…Sending thoughts and prayers to your family.
Phylis Byington
September 2, 2012
Dear Lilly & Family, OMG so sorry for your loss, Dennis was a great guy and loved by all, he will be missed by everyone who loved him. My prayers are with you and the Family, stay strong and he will be with you always in your heart. LOVE PHYLIS BYINGTON (MONROE)
Lawrence Ruscoe
September 2, 2012
To the Rodia family please stay strong. I loved Dennis and He will always be in my heart..
Pat Stack
September 2, 2012
Very sorry for your lost. My thoughts are with your family.
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