Edward A. Accardi

ACCARDI Edward A. Accardi, age 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at St. Vincent's Hospital. Son of the late Alexander and Sarah Accardi, Edward was born on July 21, 1919 in Bridgeport. He was a long-time resident of Fairfield County, and also lived for many years in Walden, VT. Edward was an enlisted soldier in the United States Army from 1939 to 1945. During his time as Sergeant, he was awarded the Combat Infantry Badge and the Bronze Star. Following his active military service, he also served as the Commander of the American Legion Post 11 in Bridgeport from 1963 to 1964. Edward worked for over forty years as a building contractor in Fairfield County, and left his mark throughout the county by building many homes. He enjoyed being at home with his family, gardening, playing cards and the occasional trip to Foxwoods with his wife. Until his final days he kept himself busy each day with housework, yard work, and anything that kept him busy and productive. His family will remember him most by the many stories that he told about the good old days in Trumbull with his family and his days in the Army. He will be deeply missed by many. Survivors include his beloved wife of 64 years, Elizabeth (Huminski) Accardi; two daughters, Gail Garbutt, and Holly Lavery and their respective husbands, David Garbutt and Christopher Lavery; a son Edward Accardi, Jr and partner, Aileen Carr; six grandchildren, Venessa, Rebecca, Bianca, Dylan, Christina, and Victoria; and three great-grandchildren, Ayla, Mason, and Azure. He was predeceased by nine brothers and sister, and his daughter Deborah Johnson. Friends are invited to attend his funeral service on Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Michael's the Archangel 310 Pulaski St. Bridgeport. Inurnment to follow in St. Michael's Cemetery. Friends may greet the family on Wednesday from 4 to 8p.m. at the Cyril F. Mullins Trumbull Funeral Home 399 White Plains Rd. Memorial contributions may be made to the West Haven Veterans Medical Center 950 Campbell Ave. West Haven, CT 06516. For online condolences please visit mullinsfh.com.