John J. Vullo

John Joseph Vullo 91, of Glastonbury, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Born on June 19, 1931, in New Britain to Sam and Sarah Vullo, John lived in Glastonbury for over 70 years and was a graduate of Glastonbury High School class of 1950. He married his High School sweetheart Joyce Ann Wilson and together they raised five children in a home they built with the help of family and friends. He began his life long career in the Paving Industry with Monaco Paving. John worked his way up to Paving Foreman before cofounding New England Blacktop Inc. in 1973. He maintained the title of President until his passing. Always striving for excellence, he pushed his crew to always do their best, for which he was so very proud. John was predeceased by his wife Joyce Wilson Vullo, sister Carol Pehr, daughter-in-law Joanne Vullo, son-in-law Stephen Davis and longtime friend Ed Kowsz. He is survived by his five children Jeff Vullo (Carol), Judith Vullo, Jayne Meserlian, Jeryl Davis and John Vullo (Jill Stevens). John cherished his nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and four wonderful nieces to which he also leaves behind. Together John and Joyce also founded Seven J's Horse Farm in Glastonbury. The couple frequented Equestrian events alongside their daughters and granddaughters, all across New England. John was President of the Connecticut Hunter and Jumper Association for three years, as well as a lifelong member of the Glastonbury Elks Lodge. In the 1970's John and Joyce began vacationing each winter in the Florida Keys. They enjoyed camping with the many lifelong friends they met along the way. The family would like to thank Daria (Dee) Simpson for her devoted care of John and Joyce for the past seven years. Because John was often seen with at least one Jack Russell Terrier in his lap, in lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to the Protectors of Animals, 144 Main St. Unit O, East Hartford, CT. 06118. A celebration of life will take place at Seven J's Farm, 24 Candlewood Rd on May 20, 2023 at 4:00 pm.