Joseph Failla

1937 - 2017

BORN

1937

DIED

2017

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Biega's Funeral Home - Middletown

3 Silver Street

Middletown, Connecticut

Joseph Failla Obituary



Joseph Failla 80, of Middletown, entered eternal rest on Wednesday December 27, 2017 at the Masonic Home in Wallingford, with his family by his side. Joe was born November 24, 1937 in Floridia, Sicily (Italy) to the late Antonio and Rosa (Alicata) Failla. As a young boy growing up in Sicily, he shared his memories of helping his father tend to bees and making honey as well as his mother's cooking. He also experienced the misfortunes of seeing WWII first hand as a child and recalling the American liberation of his beloved island of Sicily. This only added to his family's love for coming to this country even greater and one of his proudest accomplishments in life; becoming an American citizen. Joe was a young man when his family moved to America, where he resided in Hartford CT. This is where he started his carrier as a skilled tradesman. After meeting his beloved wife Beverly (Russo) Failla of 54 yrs, he relocated to Middletown CT where he and Bev shared their lives together with a loving family and friends. Besides Bev he is survived by his three children; son Mark Failla of Florida, daughters Mary Beth Failla and Wendy (Failla) Parker both of Middletown. His loving Granddaughters Mary Elizabeth (Parker) Tauanuu of New Britain and Allison Parker of Hartford. And the joy of his day, his Great Grandson T.K. Tauanuu of New Britain. Beside Joe's wife and children, he is survived by his brothers Paulo Failla of Hartford and Frank Failla of Avon and sister Helena Poppalardo of West Hartford, along with many nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews, cousins and friends. When Joe wasn't working or spending time with family, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and communicating with his friends as a ham operator. The family will accept guests on Saturday January 6, 2018 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm at Biega Funeral Home 3 Silver St. Middletown CT 06457.

Published by Hartford Courant on Jan. 3, 2018.
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We were sorry to hear of your loss, Bev. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort your hearts as only He can...With Love, Ron and Linda Hanson

Linda Hanson

January 6, 2018

Joe had been in our family for over 54 years. All of us looked to him as our comical "Uncle Joe". He always had some profound words. "Don't worry about it" was heard hundreds of times. He loved family and friends and loved discussing the topics of the world. He and my dad, Louie Russo, had some real memorable moments working together. We remember the many times he would say "but Daddy,donta be mada at me. I still lova you." Of course, dad would have to laugh. Joe was not a worldly man, but he somehow had profound words on many topics. He especially loved talking Italian with my husband, Vic. The dialects were different (Sicilian vs. Romano) but they were still able to carry on their discussions of the world's problems. He was my brother-in-law for 54 years but he was like another brother to me especially when I lost my brother, Sonny, 9 years ago. We love you Uncle Joe. We'll always remember your comical comments that always made us laugh. You'll always have a special place in our hearts. May you rest in peace.
Marsha Liburdi, Sister-in Law.

Marsha Liburdi

January 3, 2018

Dear Beverly, I am so sorry to read of Joe's passing today in the Hartford Courant. I always enjoyed visiting with you both, but Joe was quite a character, to say the least. I hope you are OK and I know Joe is at peace now.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you through your loss.

Sincerely,

Bob

Bob Fortier

January 3, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you. As you endure this difficult time, please turn to Almighty God in prayer for comfort. He assures us in His word "You will call me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me..." ~ Jeremiah 29:12,13

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