Sebastian "Subby" Cannamela

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New Britain, Connecticut

Sebastian Cannamela Obituary

CANNAMELA, Sebastian "Subby" Sebastian "Subby" Cannamela, of New Britain, widower of Evelyn (Cote) Cannamela, died Wednesday, (March 14, 2007) at Hartford Hospital. A lifelong New Britain resident, Subby owned and operated Campaigns Advertising Services Inc in New Britain for over 50 years. He was a member of South Church in New Britain; was a 32nd degree Mason; from 1996 to 2003, he acted as Chairman of the New Britain Parks and Recreation Department, and was involved in the improvements to Stanley Golf Course, Willow Brook Pool and the development of Rock Cats Stadium. An avid golfer, Subby was also a Tennis singles and doubles champion in New Britain. He was chairman of the Finance Board for the Mattabassett District; was on the Board of Directors for the New Britain Boys & Girls Club and YMCA; was a corporator at New Britain General Hospital; was a member of the Country Club of Farmington; served under five mayors in different capacities in New Britain; was a life member of the Generale Ameglio Society; was an Honorary Police Commissioner of the Police Association of Connecticut; was a member of the Italian Democratic Society of New Britain; and was involved with many other civic and charitable organizations. Surviving is a son, Nicholas Cannamela of Baltimore, MD; three sisters, Dr. Dolly McCall of Milford; Freda LaRosa of Kensington; and Priscilla Burniston of Annandale, VA; two grandchildren, Alexandra and Damian Cannamela; many nieces and nephews including, Jacqueline, Ronald and Christopher Morales; Mike and Timothy Burniston; Theodore and Lawrence LaRosa; and Ann Marie Pierson. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, 10 a.m. at South Church, 90 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. Calling hours are Tuesday 4-8 p.m. at Carlson Funeral Home, 45 Franklin Square, New Britain, CT 06051. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the "Subby" Cannamela Fund, c/o New Britain Parks and Recreation Department, 27 West Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051 or to South Church. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 17, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Sebastian Cannamela

8 Entries

James Aldrich

March 23, 2007

Our deepest and sincere sympathy to Subby's Family. He will be missed very much as a GOOD and generous neighbor, We are truly saddened by his passing. Very truly yours. Your neighbor's, on S.High Street. Jim, Todd & Antonio.

Sebastian Papa

March 19, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about the death of Subby. Every time we would meet downtown I would greet him as Subby & he would greet me as Sebby.
We used to joke about it. He was a wonderful gentleman & always had that beautiful smile. We never talked about politics but rather what a wonderful city New Britain used to be. My thoughts & prayers are with you & may God bless you.
Some day we will all meet with Subby again.
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Bernard G. Brown, Sr.

March 17, 2007

I just learned of Subby's passing. I wish to offer my condolences to the family. I am looking forward to the day when we can play doubles in heaven. You have my deepest sympathy.

Sal & Polly Gionfriddo

March 17, 2007

We've just learned, with sorrow. of Subby's death.
He was well-loved in the community for his charities and good works, and he will be long remembered by many.
We send you our heartfelt sympathy.

Mark A. Zenobi

March 17, 2007

What a great man Subby was, he will be truly missed. He helped our organization, in the printing of our programs, and even when we made last minute changes, it wasn't a problem, and he donated the programs or made sure that the charges were '' AFFORDABLE''. This was what made Subby the person that he was, unassuming and willing to help everyone. The heavens have another angel...

patrese

March 17, 2007

My dearest Friend,
for 23 years I have known your beautiful smile, caring words, memories of being raised italian, thoughts on politics and your vision of a beautiful New Britain of years past. I so miss our long chats and breakfeast. The clowns and your talent. I will always remember your visits to the hospital as another young Bielinski was born. The hugs and embaces you shared with Noah each time you came over. The hot dogs by the fire in Berlin and the walks to find the perfect Christmas Tree. We loved you like a grandpa I loved you as a father. It wasn't the work at Campaigns that kept me it was you and for that I thank and cherish all that we shared.

May God Protect all that you loved
keep watch over us and guide us from heaven all my love

frank smith

March 17, 2007

A very sad loss for a great leader and mentor to mny aspiring to serve our great city of New Britain. Serving our city in many capacities himself.

A.W. Carlson Funeral Home

March 17, 2007

Our sincere sympathies for your loss.

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