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Frank Calistro Obituary

CALISTRO, FRANK Frank Calistro of Woodbridge, CT passed away August 17, 2013 in the West Haven Veteran's Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Helen Paolella Calistro. Frank was born in New Haven, CT on October 15, 1925, son of the late Dominic and Mary Desiderio Calistro, and was a proud US Army veteran serving during WWII. He was a professional musician, playing his trumpet for numerous well known orchestra leaders, as well as at many veteran's events and funerals. He was an active member of the VFW Post in Woodbridge, CT. He was also an educator and guidance counselor in the East Haven and Fairfield Public School Systems. He is the father of Craig, Dawn, Brett, and Valerie Calistro. Brother of Lillian Lehane and Joseph and Eugene Calistro. Visiting hours will be held for relatives and friends at the IOVANNE FUNERAL HOME INC. at 11 Wooster Place, New Haven, CT 06511 on Wednesday evening (August 21st) from 5-7 pm. There will be a graveside service with military burial honors Thursday morning at 11:00 am at Eastside Burial Grounds, 157 South Pease Rd., Woodbridge, CT 06525. Sign Frank's guest book online at: www.iovanne.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from Aug. 19 to Aug. 20, 2013.

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Jim Stavris

August 21, 2013

My father, uncle and I have played many, many jobs with Frank over the years...he was always the consummate entertainer and his presence will be missed...our sincerest condolences to Craig and the rest of the Calistro family during this difficult time; our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jack Nedorostek

August 21, 2013

My sincere condolences to the Calistro family for your loss. Played many band jobs with Frank back in the 70"s.

Joseph Belanger

August 21, 2013

To the Calistro family, so sorry to hear this. Frank was a dear friend for over 50 yrs. We made great music together and had many laughs as well. Please know that he will be in my prayers till we meet again.

Adrienne and Richard Salemme

August 20, 2013

We always enjoyed our family holiday dinners at your home and ours. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

James Merrill

August 20, 2013

My late belovef lady and I danced a million miles to the beat of his sweet trumpet and he blew taps for several of my friends. His eggs were darned tasty too! With love, Jim Merrill

August 20, 2013

Frank,
Gabriel is gonna make you his FIRST trumpeter! We will remember your talent, friendship and patriotism. Thanks for all your hard work! Good friends, Charlie & Elaine Salerno

August 20, 2013

To the Calistro Family
He will be missed, we remember those wonderful Thanksgivings
With our deepest sympathy
Andrew and Diane Esposiot

Kyle Ralston

August 19, 2013

Dear Frank,
Gabriel can make room for a new trumpeter in Heaven! Thanks for playing so beautifully always. I will hear the strains of your "You Made Me Love You" forever. God Bless!

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