Paul J. Barresi

BARRESI, Paul J. (Rocco) Paul (Rocco) J. Barresi, of Greenacres, FL, formerly of Newington, passed away on April 8, 2009. Born in New Britain, he was the son of the late Paolo and Antoinette (Tambone) Barresi. He attended New Britain High School. He entered the U.S. Navy, Serving on the U.S.S. Roanoke during the Korean War. Paul was employed by CNG, retiring in 1996. He had been active in the Jaycees and was a member of the Middletown Elks Lodge 771. Paul's passion and hobby was Karoke. He always enjoyed performing a serenade. Paul will be remembered for his sensitive and generous heart, his relentless jokes and mischievous manner will be dearly missed by those who loved him. Paul is survived by his former wife and friend, Julie Barresi of Newington; sons, Paul Barresi of New Britain and Frank Barresi and his wife Marisol, of Seymour; his daughter Doreen Hellandbrand and her husband James T. Jr. of New Britain; grandchildren, Anthony and Milan Barresi, also the birth of a grandson due in September, Julie, Janna, and James Jordan Hellandbrand; a great-grandson, Jordan James Hellandbrand; a sister, Dolly Pignatella and her husband Tony of Southington. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, and cousins; an especially devoted nephew, Alfred D'Arena of Old Lyme; many cousins in Sicily whom he visited. He was predeceased by his infant daughter, Mariann; a brother Joseph Barresi; and a sister Marie Grace D'Arena. A private Mass and Military Burial will take place at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to: Paul Barresi, c/o United Business and Industries Federal Credit Union, Attn: Denise Doty, 40 Chamberlain Hwy, Kensington, CT 06037.