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Joseph Mercuri Obituary
April 16, 2025
Joseph Salvatore Mercuri, 99, passed away April 16, 2025.
Joe was born in Meriden CT, son of Pasquale and Immaculata Mercuri. He was predeceased by Alice, his wife of 65 years; sisters Helen D'Angelo, Rose Tomassetti and Gloria Mercuri.
Joe is survived by his children: Linda and Ronald Biedrycki, Patty and Ronald Koniuta, James and Linda Mercuri, Joan and Albert Cizek; special "son", Dan Mercuri; brother, Robert Mercuri; and several nieces and nephews.
Poppy was adored by grandchildren: Joseph (Kristen) Mercuri; Jamie (Joe) DiLorenzo; Danielle Mercuri; Hana Koniuta; Thomas Koniuta (Mo Hession); Emma Cizek (fiancé, Jeremy Bramow); Ellen Cizek (Matthew Levitan) and 5 great-grandchildren.
Joe was the proud owner of Lyons Upholstery in Wallingford; a survivor of the Great Depression; WWII Navy Veteran; lifelong Meriden tennis player, golfer, and card player. He was always quick with a smile, a song and silly story.
Joe chose to donate his body to Yale Medical School, following in the footsteps of his wife, sisters and several cousins.
Joe's family is thankful for the wonderful years of caregiving by some special ladies.
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Memories and Condolences
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Leslie Tschaikowsky
June 21, 2025
I have so many fond memories of going to the Mercuri´s home and seeing Mr. Mercuri sitting in his chair in the living room, and chatting with him. He had such joy in opening his home to Joan´s circle of chatty, loud friends (especially when we played spoons in the kitchen). He was a lovely man - my heartfelt condolences to all of the Mercuri family, Leslie Morrison.
Janet Dickinson
May 9, 2025
With deepest sympathy
Doreen
April 25, 2025
Our prayers to all Cousin Joe´s family! So many fun memories of him when I would spend time in CT in the summer. He was always busy and playing tennis with a smile on his face. Lived a full life with family first. He´s happy with Alice and family now watching out for you all. I know it´s been hard on all of you for a while now. He would be so proud of how you all were there for him and Gloria and took such good care of them. You all were always the Good Mercuri´s not like the ones in MA. lol See you in eternity Joe!
Sue Tinder
April 23, 2025
"When you are sorrowful look again in your heart and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight." K.G. Joe was certainly that. Generously hosting my parents (golf and tennis) when they came from out of state, teaching me upholstery bits with that enduring smile. He lit up the room with that twinkle in his eye. He is sorely missed. Love you all
Judy Marco
April 20, 2025
I will remember Joe as a warm, friendly, generous person who was really funny. And even in his advancing years, his eyes always lit up when there were children around. Condolences to the family from Judy and Peter
Kathy Taylor
April 20, 2025
Dear Joan and family,
I am sorry to hear of your dad´s passing. "When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure". Treasure all your fond memories you had with your dad.
Dan Mercuri
April 20, 2025
If you needed a job in the family you worked at the Shop great place to learn miss you Uncle Joe!
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