Peter R. Amedeo

PROSPECT- It is with profound sadness that the family of Peter Rocco Amedeo age 90 of Prospect, shares the news of his peaceful passing on Saturday November 8, 2025 at the Vitas Inpatient Unit of St Mary’s Hospital after an extended illness. He was the devoted husband of Carol (Anthony) Amedeo for 62 wonderful years.

Peter was born on August 16, 1935, in Waterbury, the son of the late Nicholas and Mary (Cistulli) Amedeo. A proud graduate of Crosby High School and a lifelong supporter of the Waterbury school system that shaped him, Peter went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in education from Fairfield University— a fitting path for someone who believed that learning was a gift meant to be shared.

Teaching was not just Peter’s profession; it was his calling. For 32 years, he devoted himself to the students of the City of Waterbury, most notably at Bucks Hill Elementary and North End Middle Schools. Beyond the classroom, Peter enjoyed a full and active life. He loved a good round of golf, cheered faithfully for his beloved New York Yankees, and found great joy in traveling the world — especially when cruising with family and friends. He and Carol visited over 100 countries and some of his most enjoyable trips were back to his native Italy. A gifted bridge player for more than 50 years, he proudly earned “master” status in the game he so enjoyed. Though he will be fondly remembered as a dedicated teacher and mentor, Peter’s greatest joy came from his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who placed family above all else. His kindness, loyalty, and love will remain a lasting example to all who knew him.

Left to honor his legacy and cherish his memory besides his wife of 62 years are his children: sons, Peter and his wife Karan Amedeo of Watertown and Michael and his wife Doreen Amedeo of Wolcott, his daughters; Carolyn Orsatti of Wolcott and Cheryl and Chuck Haller of Middletown. Peter and Carol were blessed with 9 grandchildren; Ryan Amedeo, Joseph Amedeo, Valerie (Amedeo) Mitchell and her husband Tom, Matthew (Adriana) Amedeo, Zachary, Hailee and Brooke all Orsatti, Jon (Kayla) Haller and Mark (Abbey) Haller. He was predeceased by his brother Vincent Amedeo.

Funeral services for Mr. Amedeo will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., when a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Mary Mother of the Church Parish, St Leo the Great Church 14 Bentwood Dr Waterbury. Burial will be at the convenience of his family. Casey’s Eastside Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 1987 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06705 has been honored to assist the Amedeo family during this difficult time. Loving kindness is always welcome, and it only takes a moment to offer a message of condolence, words of comfort, or share a memory with the family and friends of someone important to you on the funeral home website. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family, please visit the funeral home website at www.caseyfunerals.com.