Joseph "Joe" Giarratana

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Joseph Giarratana Obituary

GIARRATANA, Joseph "Joe" Joseph "Joe" Giarratana, 71, of Glastonbury, passed away Wednesday, (March 22, 2006), at Hartford Hospital with his family by his side. Born in Hartford March 26, 1934, he was the son of the late Sebastian and Mary (Reale) Giarratana. Joe served in the Navy aboard the submarine USS Cavalla during the Korean conflict. He was a graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Engineering and owned his own electronics corporation for over 35 years. Joe was an avid skier, pilot, and chili cook who enjoyed these activities with his loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Marilou (Flannigan) Giarratana; four children, Stephen Giarratana arid his fiance, Lisa Kokoszka, James Giarratana, Gina Raczkowski and her husband Roman Raczkowski, Jay Giarratana and his wife Tina Giarratana, and the love of his life, granddaughter Alexa Raczkowski. The funeral will be held on Saturday, April 1, with a motorcade procession from Glastonbury Funeral Home, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury at 10:30 a.m. to a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Dunstan's Roman Catholic Church, Manchester Rd., Glastonbury. There are no calling hours and a private burial will take place at sea at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 25, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Giarratana

13 Entries

Jim Sandman

June 2, 2024

Dear family and friends of Joe,
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, and having recently been informed, we offer our sincere condolences at Joe´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" departs on Eternal Patrol. He served with honor on the USS Cavalla SS/SSK/AGSS-244.
To our "Brother-of-the-Phin" we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. Fair Winds and Following Seas." Thank you for your service to our country.
To the family... "may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you." 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (ESV).
Jim Sandman, FTC(SS) Ret,
National Chaplain, USSVI.
www.jimsandman.com

John Dundon

September 2, 2006

At the time of joe's passing I was doing work on one of his properties. I had a feeling something was not OK. I found out through this memorial and I am deeply saddend. I pray for you and your family.

Sincerely, John Dundon

April 3, 2006

My husband and I will miss dad which words will never be able to describe. I'm sorry that I only got to know him for a little over 6 years, I wish it had been endless years. But I do know he was a "Wonderful husband, father, and friend to many.The pain we feel with his departure cannot be put into words. I was once told by a very good friend upon my Dad's calling almost a year ago this June, "A Man lives as long as he is "Remembered", He dies when he is "Forgotten". Dad will never be forgotten. May God Bless him through Eternal Life.

We Love You Dad, Forever and Ever

Tina & Jay

April 3, 2006

My husband and I will miss dad which words will never be able to describe. I'm sorry that I only got to know him for a little over 6 years. But I do know he was a "Wonderful husband, father, and friend to many.The pain we feel with his departure cannot be put into words. I was once told by a very good friend upon my Dad's calling almost a year ago this June, "A Man lives as long as he is "Remembered", He dies when he is "Forgotten". Dad will never be forgotten. May God Bless him through Eternal Life.

We Love You Dad, Forever and Ever

Tina & Jay

Jim Giarratana

March 31, 2006

Dad will be missed dearly. He will always be remembered for his love and commitment to his family. I shared many happy times with him growing up and he gave me the stength to continue through the difficult days of my life. Farewell Dad! Rest in peace.

I love you,

Jim Giarratana and family (Gina & Mark)

Brenda Dion

March 31, 2006

To Mrs.Giarratana and family:

We were saddened to hear about the passing of Mr.Giarratana. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God Bless you all.

With Love, Brenda & Bob Dion

Helena Adorno

March 28, 2006

All my love to the entire family...

May you find strength and comfort in each other through this difficult time....Love, Helena

Daniel M Schiavone

March 27, 2006

Marilou, i am so sorry to here of Joe's Passing, May god be with you, and your family,

With Love, Dan

terry & sonny schiavone

March 27, 2006

to marilou and her family: we are so sorry to hear about joe's passing. our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kim DePasquale

March 27, 2006

Lisa and Steve, I'm very sorry about your loss. Having gone through it myself in the past couple of weeks, I know how hard this time can be. Please know that you are in my thoughts. - Kim

Marianne Kullback

March 26, 2006

Uncle Joe was such a kind and gentle man. You could always sense the love he had for his wife and their children. He will be missed.

Luann Koffman-Contois

March 26, 2006

Mrs Giarratana, Steve, Jim, Gail & Jay my deepest sympathy goes out to at this very difficult time in your lives

May the thoughts and prayers from

family and friends help to comfort

you in your time of need.

michael presta

March 26, 2006

To Jay and Family, my sympathies go to you and your family. Joe was the most peaceful neighbor a person could ask for. May he rest in peace.......Michael Presta

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