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Daniel Ianniello Obituary
Deacon Daniel J. Ianniello passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023 with his loving family by his side.
Deacon Dan was born in Bridgeport on August 25, 1941 to Mary and Daniel L. Ianniello. Dan graduated from Fairfield Prep, and the University of Bridgeport earning a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Dan began his career at Sikorsky Aircraft in 1963 as an Analytical Design Engineer.
Dan was ordained a Deacon in 1988. His first assignment was at Holy Rosary Parish and then St. Thomas Aquinas Parish. He remained at St. Thomas until his retirement on his 75th birthday on August 25, 2016.
Daniel was married to the late Ilene F. Wiseman. They are survived by their 3 beloved children, Daniel J. Ianniello, Jr. (Margaret) of Middlebury, CT; Sue Ianniello of East Haven, CT and Annie Ianniello of West Long Branch, NJ; three cherished grandchildren, Tanya Vasquez(Hector), Michael Ianniello(Dana) and John Ianniello(Caroline); Dan's great-grandchildren Leanette Vasquez, Niko and Dominick. Also, Dan's sister Rosemary Iacurci, and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations to "Operation Hope of Fairfield" and "Off the Streets of Bridgeport" would be appreciated.
Our father's legacy, is the religious community he served, as well as his love of family. Deacon Daniel has left an imprint on the hearts of all the lives he touched. He will be sadly missed.
Deacon Dan will be received at St. Thomas Aquinas Church on Monday, November 13, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. and will lie in repose from 4-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Victor Martin on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Church. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull. For a complete obituary please visit www.SpearFuneralHome.com
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Angie Staltaro
November 6, 2023
RIP Deacon Daniel was a great person who was admired and loved by all. He was our Deacon at Holy Rosary.
Jim Entwisle
November 5, 2023
Deacon Dan was a friend and great help when I served at St Thomas as a Eucharistic minister ... very sad to hear of his passing... he will be missed by all who were lucky enough to know him...
Donna Anderson
November 3, 2023
Dear Sue:
I am very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Your Dad was a wonderful man. God Bless you and your family.
JOHN NUZZI, SR.
November 2, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. My son was an alter boy when he became a deacon. I remember that he was a very honorable and pleasing Deacon. He was such an honorable Deacon. We will surely miss him. Our prayers are with him and our thoughts and condolences are with the family
Elaine Bissenden
November 2, 2023
Dear Annie, Sue, Dan, Jr. and family, Bill and I have many happy memories of your Mom and Dad walking together hand-in-hand, laughing and enjoying life with the Deacons and their wives. Loved sharing times with the UNICO family. Dan will be missed.
Larry Carroll
November 1, 2023
A true gentleman
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
November 1, 2023
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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