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Peter Pagliaro Obituary
Mr. Peter H. Pagliaro, 94, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, March 2, 2019. A lifelong Derby resident, Mr. Pagliaro was predeceased by his beloved wife Carol Boland Pagliaro. At the time of Carol's death on April 14, 2011, they had been married for 63 years.
Born in Derby on September 12, 1924, he was the son of the late Joseph and Catherine DeRosa Pagliaro. A communicant of Our Lady Queen of the Apostle Church (St. Mary's Church). Pete was retired from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of CT. A graduate of the Derby High School, and a student at Georgetown University until enlisting in the U.S. Navy in 1943. Upon discharge, Pete earned a degree in accounting from The University of New Haven. A proud Veteran of W.W. II U.S. Navy, and is one of the last survivors of the 363 Brave Men who served with him aboard the USS Shea. A member of the Comcowich Caner VFW Post 597 and the John H. Collins American Legion Post #24.
Surviving are his son Brian P., Maureen C. Pagliaro of East Greenwich, RI, 3 grandchildren Brendan, Catherine and Meghan Pagliaro. He also leaves nieces, nephews and many dear friends who have been a constant source of love and support for him. He will be remembered as a generous, gregarious and kind-hearted gentleman who was devoted to is family and a loyal friend to many.
A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 7 in Our Lady Queen of the Apostle Church (St. Mary's Church), 212 Elizabeth St., Derby, CT 06418. Burial will be with Full Military Honors in Mt. St. Peters Cemetery.
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March 27, 2019
Dear Brian,
Just learned of your loss this week. Your father was a kind, generous man who will be missed greatly.
My sincerest sympathy,
Karen Cardillo
Larry Lucas
March 6, 2019
Brian,
You and your family have my deepest condolence. Peace
Larry Lucas
March 6, 2019
To Brian and family,
I was saddened to read the notice of your father's passing. I worked with him at Blue Cross & Blue Shield and we became close work friends. For time our offices were adjacent and a day didn't go by where we didn't talk about business and life. Pete was a great guy and I will always have fond thoughts about him.
Sincerely,
Donald Mantovani
A.B
March 6, 2019
I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort in drawing close to God and pouring out your heart to him. Psalm 142:2,5
Susan Boland-Shepherd
March 6, 2019
He was such a kind, loving, and generous uncle. We are so saddened by his passing and will always remember his warm smile and great big hugs.
Joan Tanganelli Shea
March 5, 2019
So very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I worked with him and bowled with him for many years. He was a fun loving, wonderful man.
Carol Casalveri
March 5, 2019
Uncle Pete - I couldn't have asked for a better uncle. He was so generous and always there when I needed him. I will miss you "Charlie Brown"!
Lary Ahearn
March 5, 2019
Pete was a true gentleman, friend and sportsman. I met him while on The DPD walking on Atwater Ave. We went hunting in Maine w/other Derby residents. When I was on The CSP I would stop and chat with Pete and he always had a great warm smile. I still have a photo of us in Maine.
Will always remember him.
Vinny Lazzaro
March 5, 2019
Brian and Maureen, condolences and prayers. Mr. Pagliaro was such a good man. Always so nice. I remember him taking us to various games / practices and always supporting us. RIP Mr. Pagliaro.
Macaire Montini
March 5, 2019
Uncle Pete, you are forever in my heart, and one of the most important people in my life. You will never be forgotten and always be missed.
Joe and Colleen McCarthy
March 4, 2019
Brian, Maureen and family ... Pete was a truly kind and humble gentleman. Joe and I will miss him a lot . May he Rest In Peace .... love you all. Colleen
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