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Joseph Cariello Obituary
Joseph S. “Joe” Cariello, 76 of East Haven died peacefully surrounded by loved ones on May 9, 2025. Mr. Cariello was born in New Haven on July 22, 1948, to the late Giovanni and Rose Gambero Cariello. Joe was also predeceased by his beloved sister Anna Marie Cariello.
Prior to his death, he was the executive director of the Beth-El Center, overseeing the care and wellbeing of the homeless. He devoted thirty years of his life working in social services, securing grants, organizing fundraiser events and donations for the sick, poor and homeless.
Joe was well known throughout town and cherished his time conversing and having coffee with his friends, he loved cheering for the New York teams.
Joe leaves a lot of friends, neighbors and people who loved him, especially his companion of thirty years Cynthia Harrison, his goddaughter Shayla Batson, and her sister Chloe Batson. Papa Joe’s kindness, compassion, and love for them will always be fondly remembered by them and their parents.
Friends are invited to calling hours at East Haven Memorial Funeral Home 425 Main St. East Haven on Friday May 16, 2025, from 830am-930am. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Blessed Michael McGivney Parish at St. Michael Church 29 Wooster Pl New Haven at 10am. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
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Joe McGloin
September 6, 2025
Joe and I helped set up one of the first Pre-Trial Diversion programs in the Country. Back then, everyone thought we were nuts, but with President Nixon's LEAA funding, today, these programs are in just about every criminal court in every State. Joe is one of those unsung heroes!
Ralph Fischetti
August 18, 2025
Was he once the executive director of Gilead house in Middletown Connecticut?
Lisa Ruhe
July 7, 2025
I am so very sorry I wasn’t notified about your passing. You were an amazing cousin and a great mentor May god bless you
Susan Dagostino
May 19, 2025
Joe was a very good friend to me I just found out today my dunkinbubby miss you
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Rosemary Lachance
May 15, 2025
Spent a lot of nights dancing with him at the singles dances. He had good rhythm!
John & Marianne Batson
May 14, 2025
Dear Cynthia, Samantha, Chloe & Anthony
We are so sorry of the loss of your Friend & Companion, Joe. (friend, Godfather to Shayla and Papa Joe to Chloe & Shayla). We will remember the many years of spending Christmas Eve Dinners at Joe's house.
During this difficult time, we hope you find solace in the healing power of time and the memories you shared with Joe. May the love and support of God, family and friends surround you offering you strength and comfort.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your Companion and Dear Friend Joe. May you always remember the love and joy that Joe brought into your life.
With deepest sympathy
John & Marianne Batson
Moody
May 13, 2025
Cynthia and Batson family we are so sorry for your loss. Joe was such a kind and thoughtful soul. A quiet presence. Will miss seeing him driving up the street in the mornings.
Peter Batson
May 13, 2025
Very sorry for your loss Samatha, Shayla, Chloe and Cynthia
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