Victor Thomas Vangele

Victor Thomas Vangele
Victor Thomas Vangele, age 82, of Trumbull, beloved husband of Barbara Calabrese Vangele, his wife of 55 years, passed away, with his family by his side, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 after a courageous fight. He was a much-loved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye to all that crossed his path.
Born in Bridgeport, Victor was the son of the late Thomas Vangele and Polly Mustaka Vangele. He moved to Trumbull 40 years ago, with family.
Victor served in the United Stated Army Reserves from 1963 to 1969. Victor started his career on the machine shop floor and quickly climbed the company ladder to become the Manager of Sales at Kanthal Wiring Corporation, dedicating 53 years.
During his time working, he traveled worldwide and loved vacationing with his family in the Islands; Puerto Rico and Atlantic City were some of his favorite places to spend time with his wife, Barbara. Victor was incredibly detail-oriented, from his cars, jewelry, clothing down to his shoes. He would enjoy researching his selections to perfection. He owned a 1975 Bricklin classic car and enjoyed going to car shows. He enjoyed collecting watches, spending time by the water and listening to Doo-Wop Music from his younger days. He was a member of the Port 5 and the Bricklin International Car Club. Above all, his favorite pastime was spending time with his grandchildren, Tessa and Michael.
In addition to his loving wife, Barbara, he is survived by: his daughter, Jennifer Vangele-LaPierre and her husband, David, of Stratford. He also leaves behind his son, Jeffrey Vangele, his wife, Kristen, his former daughter-in-law, Jodi Lesko, sister, Sue Wiencko, her son, Tom Wiencko. He will truly miss his cherished grandchildren, Tessa Vangele and Michael Vangele, as well as several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brother, Van Vangele, his brother and brother-in-law, Robert Wiencko.
We love you Victor, may you rest in peace.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, October 20th, at 11 AM at St. Dimitrie Orthodox Church, 504 Sport Hill Rd., in Easton, with burial to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, in Trumbull, 1056 Daniels Farm Road. Friends may call at the church, beginning at 10 AM until the time of services. Arrangements in the care of Frank Polke & Son Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. To sign an online register, get travel directions or make a memorial contribution, please visit FrankPolkeandSonFuneralHome.com .