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1932
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2020
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Theodore DeVit Obituary
Mr. DeVit was born in New Haven on January 7, 1932 to the late Peter and Chiarina (Calza) DeVit.
Mr. DeVit attended trade school in New Haven. Upon graduation from "Boardman Trade School" in 1951, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean conflict. While in the Navy he served aboard the U.S. Dixie as an Optical Repairman then transferred to the Construction Battalion (C.B.'s) and attended building school at Port Hueneme, California. Served as a SeaBee in Korea and various other Naval Bases in charge of the concrete crew building airfield runways.
Discharged in 1955, living in Wallingford and wearing his uniform of a blue oxford shirt, gray pants and blue knit tie, he was employed in the construction related industry with companies manufacturing prefabricated wall systems made of brick, concrete, insulated G.F.C.R. and Eternit Wall Panels for Mobil Gas Stations. Throughout the years he would moonlight as an estimator for Mason contractors.
While his children were growing, Mr. DeVit was involved in coaching Little League Baseball, Basketball and Soccer along with volunteering at the Holy Trinity Carnival. He was a member of the Italian Club in Meriden and a life-long member of the Knights of Columbus. A favorite hobby of his was photography, frequently behind the camera documenting his life and the life of those around him.
Mr. DeVit sadly leaves his family consisting of Theodore DeVit, Jr., (Myra) of Atlanta, Keith DeVit, Laura Bourassa (Barry) of Wallingford and Andria DeVit of Pittsburgh. Mr. DeVit was predeceased by a son, Craig DeVit of Meriden and his brother, Peter DeVit of Cheshire. With a heavy heart he leaves many grandchildren; Daniel DeVit (Silvia), Christina Noble (Whit), Keith DeVit, Jr., Justin Bourassa (Caitie), Jean Zehaf (Kamal), Craig Bourassa (fiance Brittany Tedesco), and Renee Bourassa; along with many greatgrandchildren: Mona Zehaf, Miles Bourassa, Field, Dayton, Becket and Cohen Noble. Mr. DeVit also leaves sisters-in-law, Stella Bush and Ingrid DeVit.
Due to the covid19 fuhschtoogunah, a memorial Mass will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity closest to your heart. Arrangements are under the direction of The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 North Main Street Ext., Wallingford. For online condolences visit www.wallingfordfh.com
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Kathy Barry Trumbley
October 17, 2022
So very sorry to the entire family. I was the sitter to all of the children and loved the family very much.
Don Cotrona
July 8, 2021
Sorry to hear of your loss
Mark Fournier
May 16, 2021
Sorry to hear about Teds passing he was friends of my parents Bill & Marylou Fournier from West Haven.
Jimmy and Joyce Spencer
May 16, 2021
Keith and family, we are very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Patti (Villano) Clarke
May 15, 2021
I met him once, at my mom's funeral. They were relatives that never met. She was a DeVit. He was so warm and sweet, and we were so happy he took the time to come to her services. It was an honor to meet him. Rest in peace.
Paul Malchodi
August 17, 2020
I saddened to learn of your Dad's passing. He and your Mom welcomed me into your home and taught me the power of both making things with your own hands and the power of words to tell a story. I think about him every time I start a project around the house. You have my condolences.
Beth(Lapointe) Morse
June 9, 2020
Teddy and family,
I will never forget growing up on Yale Ave and how wonderful your Dad was to me. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Tom Zappala
June 1, 2020
I have such find memories of Ted. He has been a good friend to me and my family. It was such a pleasure to cut his hair all these years. He was a very generous and supportive human being . My thoughts and prayers go out to his wonderful family. He will be sorely missed.love. Tom Zappala
David Walker
June 1, 2020
Mr DeVit was always a kind man and was always one of our favorite neighbors. I am so sorry to hear he passed away. I have a great childhood memory of the annual MLB all-star game pool he ran for the families in the neighborhood.
The photographs he took at our wedding were better than the ones from the professional we hired and are still the ones on display at our house.
Barbara Calza Self
June 1, 2020
Im so sad to hear of your fathers passing. He was such a good friend and a comfort to my mom. She looked forward to his daily visits and they very often shared lunch along with the news of the family and the day. I am grateful for the care and attention he provided her .We all missed him terribly when he moved but were comforted by the fact that he would be watched over by his children. Its sad but natural that family gets smaller as time goes on and the generations pass, but the fond relationship that Mom and Ted had will always be a comforting memory for me. May they both Rest In Peace
Barbara Calza Self
Jim Connor
June 1, 2020
Ted and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of you father's passing. May your memories of him comfort you always.
Jim Connor
Christopher Severino
May 31, 2020
It is with a heavy heart we say good by to this dear man. You were the best our sincere condolences to the family
Marta Bertoldo
May 31, 2020
Sincerest heartfelt sympathy to the Devit family on Teddys passing. Ted was a gentle man who was loved by many. I remember him always in a joking and cheerful manner. He loved his puzzles and would share unique toys with the kids He will be sadly missed. God Bless Much love and strength. Marta
Amy (Segaline) Martin
May 30, 2020
I am so very sorry to learn of your fathers passing. I know how heart wrenching it is to lose a parent. My prayers to the DeVit family during this difficult time.
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