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Joseph Petrucelli Obituary
Joseph Rocco Petrucelli, age 71 of Shelton, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 28, 2021 at home. He was the loving husband of Jean (Laboranti) Petrucelli for 42 years.
Joe was born in Bridgeport to the late Louis and Grace (Carafiello) Petrucelli and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School. For over 35 years, Joe worked for Aquarion and the former Bridgeport Hydraulic. Joe was devoted to his family, and to say he was proud of them would be an understatement. He especially treasured his grandchildren and nieces and loved to spend time with them. He was a big collector of sports memorabilia. Joe made a lot of friends throughout his lifetime and treasured every one of them.
In addition to his wife, Jean Petrucelli, Joe is survived by his daughter, Rachel Klauser and her husband, Dr. Jeffrey Klauser, of Westport, and his son, James Petrucelli and his wife, Sara, of Shelton; his grandchildren, Olivia and Zoey Klauser, and Rocco Petrucelli; 5 beloved nieces; and his mother-in-law Jean Laboranti. Joe was predeceased by his parents and his brother, Louis Petrucelli.
Friends are invited to attend the funeral on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 9:45 a.m. at the Pistey Funeral Home, 2155 Main Street, Stratford. Interment will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Monroe. Friends may call on Friday from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Pistey Funeral Home. To express condolences online visit www.pisteyfuneralhome.com.
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Adele Bahamonde
July 10, 2021
Jean and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. He was always such a gentleman. May God give you and your family the strength to get through this very difficult time.
God speed Joe, you are home. RIP, God bless you and lead you to him.
Mary Aldridge
July 3, 2021
So sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I know this is heartbreaking. We will be praying for Jean and the family. Please accept our condolences. Love the Aldridge family.
Tony Furnari
July 2, 2021
Joe was one of a kind. He will truly be missed. I am proud to call him a deer friend. My deepest condolences to Jaime, Rachel and Mrs. Petrucelli.
Patricia DiNapoli
July 2, 2021
To The Petrucelli Family:
Please accept our deepest sympathy
at what we know is a very difficult
time for you.
With Sympathy
Fred & Pat
DiNapoli
Ray Tooker
July 2, 2021
Very sad to hear of Joey's passing. Loosing his brother a while ago shook me for a lose, now both are gone it's even more heartbreaking. I grew up next door to both Joey and Louie on Vincellette Street and played ball with both of them. Totally sad.
John And Martha Zenner
July 1, 2021
Jean and the family. We were shocked to learn of Joes passing. I enjoyed seeing him in the office during his visits.
He always had a story or a joke to share with me.
The memories of the good times will keep close to you all.
John and Martha Zenner
Max Perez
July 1, 2021
Dear Petrucelli family, My sincerest condolences to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donald J Lako
July 1, 2021
Rest in peace Joe. My sincerest condolences to your family.
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