Carmen S. Rinaldi

EAST HAVEN and ANSONIA: Carmen S. Rinaldi, age 64, unexpectedly entered eternal rest on November 18, 2025, in the comfort of his home.

Born in Bridgeport, on February 9, 1961, he was the son of the late Carmen and Florence Ann (Laufer) Rinaldi. Carmen was raised in Ansonia and attended Emmett O’Brien Technical High 
School where he studied automotive. In his earlier years, he enjoyed working on cars. His greatest joy came from spending time with his loving family. Carmen liked siting on a bench at the beach and listening to the serene sound of the ocean waves. His hobbies included watching sports and action movies.

Carmen leaves to cherish his memory, brothers, Stephen A. Rinaldi (Cheryl) of Oxford and Anthony Rinaldi of Wesley Chapel, FL, nephews, Stephen V. Rinaldi, Christopher M. Rinaldi and Zachary Rinaldi and nieces, Rebecca M. Silversey (Kevin), and Emma Rinaldi.

A private burial will take place in Mount Saint Peter Cemetery in Derby at the convenience of the family. The SPINELLI-RICCIUTI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia has been privileged with the arrangements. To sign Carmen’s guestbook or share a memory, please visit, www.spinelliricciutifh.com.