Joseph V. Giacalone

Joseph V. Giacalone obituary, New Britain, CT

Joseph V. Giacalone

Joseph Giacalone Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shaker-Hill Funeral Home - New Britain on Feb. 6, 2026.
Joseph Victor Giacalone, 86, of New Britain, went to his final resting place after a long battle with cancer on January 11, 2026.

Joseph leaves his wife Muriel and three children, Lisa Foote and her husband Steve of CA. And Darryl and Carl Giacaolne of CT. He also leaves a granddaughter, Cherylynn Rauls and her two children Nevaeh and Amaree of TX.

Joseph had several hobbies, he collected coins, baseball cards and stamps. He enjoyed watching football but his passion was playing pool.

The family would like to thank the staff of the VA Hospital Newington and West Haven Campus for their care, especially Ms. Beck.

There are no calling hours but a Celebration of Life will be announced in the future.

To share a memory of Joseph or to express condolences to the Giacalone family, please visit www.shaker funeral home.com

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Margaret Waskiewicz

February 7, 2026

Sending my sincere condolences to the family of Joe Giacalone. Praying to you all for comfort in this sad time. Remembering Joe with his sister Marie. Many memories.
Marge Bissoni Waskiewicz

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764 Farmington Ave., New Britain, CT 06053

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