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RENZONI John Anthony Renzoni of Rutland, Vt., passed away surrounded by his family on Tuesday, February 24, 2009, after a most courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Bridgeport on December 10, 1929 to John and Rozaria Renzoni. In 1950, he married his sweetheart, Esther Sartarelli and they shared the next 59 years together, fulfilling their dreams. He was retired from Allied Signal. He is survived by his loving wife, Esther Renzoni; his two daughters, Teri Austin of Killington and Joann Medina of Derby, four grandchildren, Kate and Erika Austin and Nathan and Joshua Medina; and "the best" sons-in-law, Ken Austin and Dimas Medina. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Primo and Silvano Renzoni; and son, John P. Renzoni. He is survived by three brothers and three sisters whom he loved dearly, Raymond Renzoni and Stella Cavaliere, both of Trumbull, Antoinette Smeraglino and Thomas Renzoni, both of Florida, Genevieve Malota of Seymour, and Dominick Renzoni of Stratford; as well as many wonderful nieces and nephews. We will all miss him. A memorial visitation will take place on Sunday, March 8, 2009 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull. To light a virtual candle, visit us at www.abriola.com.
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Hi again Pops! Yes you did a great job with all of us.We all have kept your example of love and life.. with mom, Donnie, Joey, Aunt Mary..Soo many more.! everyone! None are forgotten.miss you all
Joann Medina
Family
February 22, 2024
Uncle John- I wish I could go back in time and talk with you one last time.
Liz
February 21, 2024
Hi Pops! You have never left our hearts God blessthank you
Joann Medina
Family
February 21, 2023
Hey pop. I feel you every day! Love you❤Miss you so much!
Joann Medina
Family
February 22, 2022
Hey Pop not a day goes by without you HERE in my thoughts.. and I know many still do the same. .keep watching ❤
Joann Medina
February 21, 2021
Hey Papa John, We miss you and wish you were here. You are in our hearts
Joann Medina
Daughter
February 18, 2020
Pop....miss you just as much today as the day you entered eternal rest. Know that I will always carry the elements of manhood that you displayed and handed down to me. Love you always,Your son....Dimas
February 24, 2019
ET!!!!!!!!
Nate Medina
February 23, 2019
Hey Pops,
Tears on my pillow. Pain in my heart .
I know you are watching and proud.
Thank you, with LOVE
Joann Medina
February 22, 2019
Dad, you are heavy on my mind and heart and i miss you much. xxxoo. thank you for your love
joann
April 6, 2017
Hey Pop.....the years will never diminish the love and fond memories we shared. You were one of the most loyal men to have ever graced my life. I miss the games and the private talks. I still laugh when I think of the spark plug! That one will remain only between you and I.
Love Always,
Dimas
Dimas Medina
April 5, 2017
Every now and then I close my eyes and imagine a hug from you.
Teri A
April 2, 2016
Hello Dad,
Saying again I miss you and cannot stop sharing our memories with everyone. You are a shining light in our lives... love you
Joann medina
February 24, 2016
Hey POPP's,
Thinking of you always with my cherished memories...love you dad.
Joann Medina
February 24, 2016
I too think of your dad often. Miss you all.
Liz Renzoni-Chapman
March 16, 2014
So glad this gives you connection with dad. He is part of my life daily. I am sure Henry and he met. I hear Dad every time Henry calls mom aghhhhh. Reminds me so of ET. When he says it he always has a big grin and a giggle like its a private joke.
Please keep watch over us and continue to send signs.
Love Teri
March 16, 2014
Hey pop,
Telling many stories about you! Miss you much. I know you are looking down on us.
Joann
March 15, 2014
G
March 14, 2014
Wow POP,
The Medina, Austin, Avon and Smiths,
are thankfull for our Blessings. Know that we still share you with each other. I found the tape! - thanks again.
Joann
July 22, 2012
Dad,
Your light shines on. Thanks for sending us one of each.
May 20, 2012
Hi Pop,
Your love here continues. I know you are with me. God is geat! A girll. Thank you.
Joann
May 17, 2012
Your great grand daughter Gianna Rose Medina is on the way Papa John. Rose after your mom Rosie. I will cherish my family as you did for sure.
Nate
May 16, 2012
Poppa you answered my prayers, and I am spreading the word. All is good and just keep watching. You did good Poppa and I will continue the love...xxoo
Joann M
March 27, 2012
Uncle John...you were in the room with us the other night talking about all of the memories...me, my mom and dad, Aunt Antoinette and Aunt Jenny. We all miss you.
Liz
March 25, 2012
Hey Papa John. Miss you of course. Giants won the Super Bowl!!! Beat those Pats again! I'm having a kid too!,Got me thinking about u a lot. Will tell them all about you.
Nate
March 24, 2012
Poppa,
I heard the birds singing this morning and knew you were all right and looking down on us. Miss you much every day.
Joann m
February 24, 2011
Poppa,
Almost 2 years and you are in my thoughts every day. Your enjoyments in life are never forgotten and are often lovingly mentioned . Miss you being here......xo
Joann
January 9, 2011
Poppa,
I know you are with me in all I do. I miss you - we are taking good care of mama - just as you wanted.
Joann Medina
November 22, 2010
Joshua 29 this week.
teri
November 14, 2010
Poppa,
You are still here -Nate and Stef - big day this week - and big card game -I know you'll be watching...miss you!
Joann Medina
May 3, 2010
Were definitly miising our fourth in more ways than one. So much going on now i wish u were a part of pop. Gatherings and Celebrations will always be missing that special something that u were. I know id be sitting right there with u bustin stones...Damn.... I wish we could go out for breakfast one last time Pop. I carry u in my heart every day....
We miss u Papa John
Joshua Medina
March 27, 2010
Papa John
You are in my heart everyday. Miss you sooo..much!
Love,
Joann M
February 28, 2010
1 year and no cardgames played. Missing our fourth, wish you were here man!
Nate
February 24, 2010
missing you
Nate
January 5, 2010
No fun without you.
love always
esther
January 1, 2010
Pop,
Taking care of mama. Another month and still heavy in our hearts, Always. Thank You. Love You.
J,D,N,J Medina
October 26, 2009
You are my golden boy! Love you always!
Mom
September 28, 2009
Papa John! Thinking of you always.
Nate
September 16, 2009
Hey Pop,
Almost 6 months and you are still here with us.
We All Love You And Miss You.
P.S. Thanks for the starling July 18th 2009, 11:30 a.m.
J,D,N,J. medina
August 22, 2009
Papa, you just seem to be here in all we do. It is amazing your spirit goes on. Miss you, love
joann med
May 15, 2009
Joann & family, just went online to keep this open and saw you did it already.
Thank You.
I love You
Teri
ter aus
March 29, 2009
I can't believe it's been more than a month.
A lot of the time I can't believe he's really gone at all. I forget sometimes, and then when I remember it's like it's happening all over again.
Hey Medinas, I love you and miss you. Please come visit when you have a chance.
Kate Austin
March 27, 2009
One month and a day, My papa. I miss you. XXOO
Joann Medina
March 25, 2009
I miss you so much Papa
Nate Medina
March 24, 2009
Dear Aunt Esther,Terri,Joanne and families-We have so many wonderful memories of Uncle John-His wit and humor,his love of life,dining together in Ct.-the way he could always fix dads lawnmower or anything else that was broken. My favorite memory is Dad(Brother Ray) and Uncle John playing cards-it was better then watching a broadway comedy show! They would tell me stories of their youth-how dad once lowered Uncle John into a snakepit to get berries to sell during the great depression and all their mischievous adventures.Uncle was a wonderful gem that we all loved and treasured . Our deepest sympathy.
Andrea & Rich Renzoni-Bascetta
March 3, 2009
Dear Joanne & Family,
I lift you up in prayer, and know that you have my deepest sympathy at the loss of someone so loved. Keep your fathers memory warmly in your heart always. Much Love,
Sandy Jenkins
March 3, 2009
Dr. J & family,
Dr. R was the best. I'll never forget him coming in with his dog doing tricks for us, especially the quarter trick. He got a kick every time we remembered the "child kidnapping" story. Because I have his sign on my wall, (John Renzoni 145 Jackson Ave, Stratford, CT 06497) next to the oil can filler tool -he will always be a part of our business and remembered in a special way.
My love & prayers, Joey
JOEY ZOCCO
March 3, 2009
Dear Joanne & family
Please accept our hearfelt sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May God Bless you with peace.
Love - Joey, Mike, Jennie
Barnum Ave Cut-off Auto
March 3, 2009
To Aunt Esther, Terri and Joann, I'm sorry that Uncle John is has left you, but he's at peace in the Lord's hands now along with Little John. I have many fond memories of him, especially his one liners. To this day I still remember him telling me when I was trying to help him fix something at our house, and screwing it up, "Jefferino, you wanna help? DON'T HELP!" I still crack up that and other things he used to say. (I posted here a couple of days ago and it didn't take. I probably didn't push the right buttons.) Love to you all, Jeff
Jeff Beatty
March 3, 2009
To all who sign in....Your words are very comforting and we THANK YOU SO MUCH. A memorial visitation, Sunday 3-8-09 ABRIOLA PARK VIEW FUNERAL HOME Trumbull, CT 2-5p.m.
Joann Medina and Family
March 2, 2009
You were so many things to so many people, but to me u will always be my papa john...keep one eye on me from heaven pops...miss u always.. u will live on in our memories forever.
Joshua Medina
March 2, 2009
Papa John I'm so glad I got to be a part of your amazing life and become a part of your family. Thank you for giving me the best parts of you in my future husband your grandson Nathan. I will miss you and your wonderful hugs.. They were the BEST!!! I LOVE YOU!!
Stephanie Smith
March 2, 2009
Thank you Papa John for everything you brought into my life. I learned alot and will continue to learn as I remember you. I will never forget the great man you are, and thank you so much for being my Papa John. Love always.
Nathan Medina
March 2, 2009
The gathering at John's favorite Italian Club was great guys. It seamed quite appropirate. Paul and I are not the type to get up and speak but the thoughts of John and how special he was to us went through my mind. Of course his jokes were great, but what we enjoyed the most was sitting on his front steps, and visiting on those nice summer nights. We will miss him greatly.
Kathy and Paul Pearson
March 2, 2009
Dear Aunt Esther, Teri, Joann, and families,
I can't tell you how much we loved and will miss Uncle John. I feel blessed that we were able to see him quite often over the last few years, and we have such wonderful memories! He made us laugh so much, and no favor was too much to ask. We are all so fortunate to have known him!
Rosanna & Don Rogers
March 2, 2009
ESTER,TERRY, JOANN AND FAMILY
I LOVED MY BROTHER DEARLY AND WILL SURE MISS HIM. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND ALL YOU HAD TO ENDURE. I KNOW YOU DID IT WITH LOVE. I WISH I COULD BE THERE BUT YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYS AT THIS TIME. LOVE YOU
ANN SMERAGLINOLO
March 1, 2009
I have the most beautiful biscotti jar in my kitchen because during a visit to the Renzoni household I mentioned how beautiful it was. Both John and Esther insisted I take it with me, no wasn't an option. Such a giving and loving family , the traits have been passed to the whole family as was witnessed at the memorial at the Italian Club on March 1. Oh by the way John, thanks for seeing to it that I won the 50-50 drawing !!! Helen Hill
Helen Hill
March 1, 2009
Please accept my condolences. Your Dad and mine, Arnold Kirbach (who passed away on Feb. 22, 2009) shared a room at Mountainview for a time. Although I never had a chance to speak to your Dad, I could tell he was certainly well loved and respected by all of you. My prayers to your Mother as well.
(Heidi always brought joy to us and a sense of normal to the room - thanks for bringing her to visit)
Joan (Kirbach) Blumenfeld
March 1, 2009
Aunt Esther , Terry , Joeann and the rest of the family. I have in my heart special memories of Uncle John making a quarter come out of my ear. making me laugh by just looking at him and I never will forget the times growing up. He will be missed and loved by all.
Tammy Mencer (Renzoni)
March 1, 2009
Dear Friends, We are so very sadden to hear that John had passed. He was such a story teller and we so enjoyed our hearing of his TALL TAILS. He was someone who could make me laugh even when I tried my hardest not. I know they are all laughing with him because he is still telling jokes up in heaven. God Bless To All.
Pam and Gail
February 28, 2009
An honor to have know John and his family My prayers are with you all
wayne kollar
February 28, 2009
To the Renzoni Family,
We could not believe our eyes when we read about John's death. We are so very sorry and we will miss him too. His visits and stories all those years will be remembered by us.
We know that over time your memories and family support will give you comfort, allow you to smile and to remember all he gave you through the years.
May God Bless and guide you through these difficult times.
Love, Guy and AmyMarie
(Guy's Automotive Specialties,Inc.)
Guy Paniccia and AmyMarie Vizzo-Paniccia
February 28, 2009
I was just talking about John the other day with Doug Jr. and what a great person! Ester, I still can taste
all the great Italian cooking.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. Sandy Addison
Sandra Addison
February 28, 2009
To my cousins Joann and Terri..
Your father will always be in my heart. I have many fond memories of him growing up. He always made me laugh..even when asking to pull his finger :-) One thing I will always be grateful to him for was when Tammy was in the hospital and he was in bed himself with his back problems...he still opened his house for us so my parents could be closer to the hospital. I am glad I was able to call him not long ago to tell him I love him.
My thoughts are with you all...
Liz (Renzoni) Chapman
Liz Chapman
February 28, 2009
Dear Joann,
I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Doreen (McNeil) Salvagno
February 28, 2009
TO MY SISTER-IN-LAW ESTER AND NEICES TERI AND FAMILY, JOANN AND FAMILY WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER MY BROTHER JOHN FOR ALL HIS JOKES, NOISES AND LAUGHTER. WHEN HE WAS WITH US WE ALWAYS HAD FUN. AS WE THINK OF HIM NOW WE WILL REMEMBER HIM WIH GREAT LOVE
DOM & ANITA RENZONI
February 27, 2009
I am so blessed to have been Papa John's next door neighbor. He always fixed my motors and I would say to him..." Your good Papa John", and he would say back to me..." No I'm the best " and yes he was !! I will surely miss him !!! All my love to you all !!!
Jim Hetzel
February 27, 2009
i will miss you Papa John.
Aimee Hetzel
February 27, 2009
To all our friends and family;
Thank you all so much for your love and support during this time. The phone calls, visits, prayers and cards and for all those ways you showed your love we are forever grateful. Please join us on Sunday March 1st at the Italian American Club.
Teri Austin
February 27, 2009
Am I the ONLY one who spells it Pappa?!
Erika Austin
February 27, 2009
Dear Renzoni Family, it was my sincere pleasure to know this very gentle and wonderful man. His kindness to me during the time we served as officers of the Italian American Club will always be in my memory. John will be missed by all who knew him and were touched by his humor and kind spirit.
Gary Lazetera
February 27, 2009
I miss you Pappa John.
Erika Austin
February 27, 2009
It was an honor to get to know John. He will be missed by many, including myself.
To his family... much love.
Cory
February 27, 2009
Dear Joann and family,
I am so glad to have know Papa John. He was a very special man who loved his family deeply and was loved by everyone. He may not be with you now, but your memories of him will be with you forever. No one can ever take those away. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Papa John is proudly looking down at his family as you celebrate his life together and will be in your hearts forever. God Bless
Diane Weaver
February 27, 2009
my papa, my children's papa john...
a kind considerate loving person who loved life and his family...you are animated in all of us each time we speak...carrying you in OUR heart always, LOVE,HUGS AND KISSES, KISSES JOANN,DIMAS,NATHAN AND JOSHUA
JOANN MEDINA
February 27, 2009
Miss you so much, Pop.
Kate Austin
February 27, 2009
The Renzoni Family,
We are very sorry for your loss and will be keeping you in our thoughts during this difficult time.
The Staff at Mountain View Center
February 27, 2009
Jim Hetzel
February 27, 2009
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