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Joseph Formica Obituary
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joseph Salvatore Formica, Jr., 33, of East Haddam, beloved husband and best friend of Shaun Marie (Raymond) Formica and father of Giovanni Joseph Formica on Saturday, January 20, 2018. Born in Middletown, he was the son of Joseph S. Formica, Sr. of Middletown and Heidi Fields-DiNino of Old Lyme. Joe lived in Middletown most of his life and spent summers in Old Lyme. He graduated from Xavier High School, Class of 2002 and was a graduate of Southern CT State University. Joe was an avid outdoorsman but more than that a wonderful father and husband. Giovanni was Joe's pride, joy, and the light of his life. Along with his parents, wife and son, Joe is survived by his stepfather, Dino DiNino of Old Lyme; his in-laws, John and Lisa Raymond of East Hampton; three brothers, Christopher Dasconio of Boynton Beach, FL, Frank Maruca and Jonathan Formica of Middletown; four sisters, Brittany Maruca, Erin Dasconio, Samantha Formica and Addison Formica, all of Middletown; his sister and brother-in-law, Stephanie and Dominic Tarquinio of Lebanon along with their son, Joe's Godson, Nico Tarquinio and extended family and many friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 27 at 10:00 am at Saint John Church, 5 Saint John Court, Cromwell. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Family and friends may call on Friday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cromwell Funeral Home, 506 Main Street, Cromwell. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe's memory may be made to an account set up for Giovanni J. Formica's care at Charter Oak Federal Credit Union, 1055 Hartford Turnpike, Waterford, CT 06385. To share memories or send condolences to the family, please visit www.doolittlefuneralservice.com.
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LTR
January 19, 2020
Not a day goes by that I dont think about you and wish this was a bad bad dream. Your son is reminded of you daily and the love you shared with him and Shaun. It breaks my heart that in such a short time you have missed amazing milestones that your son has mastered and the chances to see what an amazing young man he is becoming. Until we meet again, you will remain forever in our hearts and never forgotten! ❤ xo
Mary Ann Martin
February 27, 2018
Dear Shaun and Family, Just hearing the news today of your loss and are in deep sadness for you. Thinking of you in this time of unimaginable grief. Sincerely your neighbors at Spice Hill-Tom, Mary Ann, Marlena, Ethan, Sophia, and Jasmine Martin
Janice Lewis
January 31, 2018
Dear Shaun & Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss! My thoughts, prayers & love are with all of you at this time of sorrow!! I don't know if you remember me but I always thought of you and Stephanie as my nieces!! Love you & your family and always will!!! With all my love, Janice Lewis
Janice Lewis
January 31, 2018
Dear Shaun & Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss! My thoughts, prayers & love are with all of you at this time of sorrow!! I don't know if you remember me but I always thought of you and Stephanie as my nieces!! Love you & your family and always will!!! With all my love, Janice Lewis
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John, Inez, Charlize & Micah Richardson
January 31, 2018
Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this sad time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Pam & Paul Mattaini
January 24, 2018
Our hearts are so full of sorrow for you and your family. May you be comforted by your loved ones and the mercy of God. We shall pray for all of you.
Carol & Michael Emerson
January 24, 2018
Our hearts are breaking for all of you. Whenever we would see Joey around The Cool Moose or by the parking lot, he always had a smile! You could tell he was a loving kind person, and so handsome. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Carol & Michael Emerson
Stacey Petrow
January 24, 2018
I'm so sorry for you family's loss. May God wrap his loving arms around you and your family. Joe's smile and kindness will never be forgotten.
Sally Hushak
January 24, 2018
Shaun, Lisa, John , Stephanie and Family; we wish to express our deepest condolences, prayers and love to all of you during this sad time. You will ALWAYS be in our thoughts and wish you happy memories! Love, Sally & Tim
Matt Johnson
January 24, 2018
Although I like to believe people are inherently good, at times we question that belief. No-one ever had to question that with Joe. I hadn't spoken to Joe in over 15 years but a couple Xavier Alums would still joke that if we ever needed help and couldn't think of anyone to turn to, we could just call Joe out of the blue. He enjoyed giving, joking, and the best memory I have would be when he would crush a running back coming through the line and then help him up like they were best buds. We're all better for having him touch our lives even if it was only in some small way. RIP Joe.
January 24, 2018
I am truly sorry for your loss. May our heavenly Father wrap His arms of comfort around all the family and friends, as you come together to mourn such a precious life. May He grant you the strength to support each other as He guides you through this difficult time. My sincere condolences.
Louise Jacques
January 24, 2018
Shaun, You have always been our family in every sense of the word. We love you and Giovanni so much and are devastated by the loss of Joe in our lives. You know the Jacques Family will be by your side always. We have so many fond memories of the years gone by, holidays and special events. Joe was a very special one of a kind person. Our hope for you is: in time we can get through this with family and friends and always think fondly of our time with Joe. We will never understand why Joe had to be taken from all of us, but we will continue to watch Giovanni become the man his Father was.
Mary Anne Alfieri
January 24, 2018
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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