Dean Richardson

Dean Richardson obituary

Dean Richardson

Dean Richardson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Peter H. Torello & Son Funeral Home on Oct. 14, 2025.

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Dean Richardson 53, of Hamden died suddenly at home October 10, 2025. He was the loving son of Jean Leveille Richardson and the late Frank Richardson. Born in New Haven, July 23, 1972, he worked as a general laborer for Phoenix Landscape Contractors. Dean enjoyed playing hockey growing up, and became and avid Boston Bruins & Red Sox fan. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a son "D.J." Dean Richardson Jr. of Northford, whom he loved very much, and a brother Matthew Richardson of Northford. At the request of the family all services were privately held.

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Jonathan Orcutt

October 17, 2025

I am a long time friend of Dino ,Iove Dean like a Brother I miss him already even though I haven't seen him in years ,I know I wont see him till the other side ,say hello to Danny O ,And to our FREIND STEVEN SANCA DEAN FRANKY P. Steven and I ,enjoyed many good times together,Mohegan Sun
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Dean be there please when I cross ???!!!

Michelle

October 16, 2025

Sending love and prayers to the Richardson family. I knew Dean for many years and had a lot of laughs. So very sorry for your loss. Rest well.
Michelle

Daveo

October 16, 2025

so shocking to see this obituary I knew Dean for a lot of years through Hockey. He was definitely that fiery type of guy. We always had good times together sending daughters to his family.

Cynthia Rispoli

October 15, 2025

My deepest sympathy to the family Rest in peace Dean ..

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