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Michael Sponzo Obituary
Michael was born in Hartford, a son of the late Joseph and Rose (DeMilo) Sponzo. A lifetime resident of Windsor, Michael received his Ph.D. in psychology from University of Connecticut and his master's degree in pharmacy from UConn School of Pharmacy after also attending College of the Holy Cross, American International College, and New York University School of Dentistry. In 1964, Michael, a registered pharmacist, bought his first business, Sless Pharmacy, in the Blue Hills section of Hartford. He would later go on to own Bradley Drug in Windsor Locks and was the former owner of "Headquarters," a beauty salon in Windsor Locks. He was a member of St. Gabriel Church in Windsor and loved the beach, having maintained a beach house at the shore for over 50 years.
Michael is survived by his four daughters, Janet Wagner-Sponzo and her husband, Thomas, of Windsor, Deborah Griggs, of Windsor, Rose Dauphinais and her husband, Tim, of Windsor Locks, and Joanna Sponzo, of Windsor; 11 grandchildren, Christopher Wagner, Jennifer Wagner, Michael Wagner, Stephanie Wagner, Deborahlee Rudroff, Melissa Griggs, James Dauphinais, Alex Dauphinais, Jaden Sponzo, Jiana Sponzo, and Julia Sponzo; six great-grandchildren, Alivia Wagner, Christopher Wagner, Colin Rudroff, Theresa Rudroff, Alexis Bishop, and Michael Wagner Jr., plus Lily Rose on the way. He was predeceased by his wife, Theresa Elizabeth (Sandstrom) Sponzo; a brother, James Sponzo; and a sister, Phyllis Pistritto.
Michael's family will receive friends Saturday, June 25, from 9 to 11 a.m. at The Lodge, 130 Deerfield Road, Windsor, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 11 a.m. at St. Gabriel Church, 379 Broad St., Windsor. Burial will follow in Mt. St. Benedict Cemetery, Bloomfield.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Sponzo
James Pistritto
July 5, 2016
Uncle mike it's been 2weeeks since you went to be with my mom dad and grandma grampa.everyday my heart still missing you.i pray to st Jude for you. I will miss you .i love you.your favorite godson Jimmy .happy birthday!.
John and Natalie Fortin
June 28, 2016
To all Mike's family, As friends of Mike's brother Jim's family, we often visited his pharmacy on Blue Hills Avenue, then in Windsor locks. He always had that easy smile, and reading others' memories of him demonstrates how much they valued and respected his friendship. We trust the memories you share will lessen the pain of his death. May his soul rest in the peace of our Lord.
June 28, 2016
To the entire family, especially Christopher, I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a caring and thoughtful man. He will be missed. Dottie Ropiak
Karalyn Taylor
June 26, 2016
I stumbled across the news from a friend's Facebook post. I am so sorry to hear of this loss. Mr. Mike Sponzo was my first employer---in addition to being a candy striper at Mt Sinai Hospital. My siblings and I worked at Sless Pharmacy when we were young. Mike knew everyone in the neighborhood and was kind and friendly to all. What a nice man!
My condolences to the family.
Karalyn Taylor
Keller, Texas.
E'lanna Tyanika Yetachefski
June 25, 2016
My heart is heavy my deepest sincere condolence to the entirer family, I will forever miss you Miky, you have always been good tobme, you guided me with a lot of business decisions and I am forever grateful just to have known a wonderful man like yourself thank you God has gained another angel ..Always Elanna
robert douglas
June 26, 2016
Michael was my best friend during our Windsor High School years. We both had after school jobs and enjoyed active social lives with the girls. After graduation we went our separate ways Mike into medical field and I into engineering I still fondly remember our high school years
please convey my condolences to Mikes entire family
Sincerely Bob Douglas
Sue Hawes
June 23, 2016
Immensely sorry to hear of your loss. Janet, Debbie, Rosie, and Joanna may you find some peace at this difficult time. I will always remember your dad and the kindness he extended by treating me like one of his own daughters.
Deborah Curylo
June 23, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for grace and strength for everyone to help you through this difficult time and afterwards. May you feel the love and support from Heaven for each one of you.
John J. F. Blackshear
June 23, 2016
Mike...my first employer! Truly a mentor, friend and all around great man. The numerous things he did both in-front and behind the scenes is simply, remarkable. Even though I was unable to see you prior to your leaving, I'm confident you know....I had been looking for you...My condolences to Jan, Deb, Rose, JoAnn, and family.
Rosemary Silberstein
June 22, 2016
Janet, Debby,Rosie, and Joanna
Very sorry for loss, your Dad was great, and always very good to my Dad, and our family. Thinking of You!
Christopher Halpin
June 22, 2016
I truly miss you Mike, I prey that everyone has a friend like you at least once in their lives. You have been an inspiration and have guided me. Thank You
Chris Wagner
June 22, 2016
My Grandfather, Father, Mentor and Best Friend. I LOVE YOU PAPA
christopher wagner
June 22, 2016
My Grandfather, Father, Mentor and Best Friend. I LOVE YOU PAPA
Christopher Halpin(Appleseed)
June 22, 2016
My deepest Sympathy to the Sponzo Family.
Christopher Wagner
June 22, 2016
My Grandfather, Father, Mentor and Best Friend. I LOVE YOU PAPA
Mary Beth Overbaugh
June 22, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you all peace and tranquility during this transition for your family.
Serge Khuzkian
June 22, 2016
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE SPONZO & PISTRITTO FAMILY'S. RIP "UNCLE MIKE"
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