Anthony Michael Rapuano

Anthony Michael Rapuano obituary

Anthony Michael Rapuano

Anthony Rapuano Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by East Haven Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. on Jul. 30, 2025.
Anthony Michael Rapuano, 22, passed away suddenly on July 7, 2025. Anthony was born on December 31, 2002 in New Haven. He was the owner and operator of Rapuano Home Services, LLC. Anthony was full of life and had a deep love for nature. He loved to go on week-long camping trips with his family. He enjoyed the Great Park pursuits with his mom. He enjoyed hiking, snowboarding and going on adventures. From a young age, Anthony had a passion for sports, especially baseball, football, and golf. He graduated from North Haven High School, Class of 2021, where he was active in athletics and made lasting friendships. Golf held a special place in his heart, He was a member of the New Haven Golf Association and he shared many cherished moments on the course with his dad. A hardworking and determined entrepreneur, Anthony started his own landscaping business alongside his dad. Anthony was a member of North Haven Fire Department, serving as a volunteer firefighter at Vol. Co. 2, until its closing and then continued serving with Northeast Co. 4. He had a passion for music- as a talented DJ, Anthony enjoyed being part of the EDM music scene, where his energy, talent, and love for life shone brightly. Anthony will be remembered for his vibrant spirit, his devotion to his family, his love for animals and the outdoors, and the many lives he touched during his short time with us. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Anthony leaves behind his father, Michael Rapuano, Sr. (Wendy Kovacs), his mother Lisa Rapuano, his siblings Lauren Grady, Amanda Rapuano, Michael Rapuano, Jr., and Cristina (Tim Cirrincione), his beloved girlfriend Dalia Goeman of whom he made countless memories with, his nieces and nephews-Shawn Jr., Aidan, Haley, Alexis, , Bella, and Jaida, his Uncles Edward (Valerie) Rapuano, Jr., Vincent (Aoy) Rapuano, Sr., Patricia (Robert) DeStefano, his aunts Michele Elliot, and Dawn (Chet) Ciampini, and many cousins all who loved him dearly. Anthony was predeceased by His Grandparents Edward and Ann Rapuano, Sr., Sue Wichman, and his Uncle Sal Knight. Calling hours will be held on WEDNESDAY July 16, 2025 from 4pm-8pm at East Haven Memorial Funeral Home 425 Main St East Haven, CT 06512. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on THURSDAY July 17, 2025 at 10am at St. Pio of Pietrelcina Parish at the Church of Our Lady of Pompeii 355 Foxon Rd, East Haven CT. Burial will be on TUESDAY July 22, 2025 at 10am at All Saints Cemetery on Middletown Ave North Haven.

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