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Peter Desio Obituary
August 16, 2024
Peter J. Desio of Branford died Friday, August 16, 2024 at the Hospital of St. Raphael Campus at YNHH. Peter was born in East Boston, MA on June 29, 1938, son of the late Benjamin and Mary LaRosa Desio. He was a graduate of Boston Latin School, Boston College and received his PhD in chemistry from the University of New Hampshire. He was a chemistry professor at the University of New Haven for many years. Peter was a Third Order Franciscan Tertiary of Griswold, CT, where he also served as treasurer for many years. He was a member for many years on the Columbus Day Parade committee. He was also a member of the Sons of Italy Lodge 37 in Branford. Peter is survived by his niece Denise Weadick of Andover, MA, his great-nephew Bryan Weadick and his wife, Jacqueline of Chelmsford, MA, his great-niece Jennifer Cannella of Reading, MA, and his grand nieces and nephews, Madelyn and Cristian Cannella and Sophia Weadick. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Anthony Desio and his sisters Concetta Rosso and Josephine Ciampa.
His funeral will leave the W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford, Saturday morning at 10:00 for a Mass of Christian Burial in St. John Bosco Parish at St. Mary Church at 10:30. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery. Visiting hour prior to the funeral from 9:00 – 10:00 at the funeral home. For directions and an online memorial, see www.wsclancy.com.
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Karl Neumann
January 16, 2025
I just learned of Dr Desio´s passing. Like many, he was my professor at UNH. He was a brilliant, kind and extremely witty person. I am glad I knew him and am better for it. God blesss "Desio".
Bob Manzella
September 15, 2024
Peter (Doctor Desio) was one of my professors when I was attending the University of New Haven in the late sixties. I especially remember his classes in Organic Chemistry. He was always well prepared. He made it easy to learn the material. I last talked to him a few years ago. He was a terrific person who had a positive influence on my life and no doubt many others. I will miss him.
Bob Manzella
Dr John S Penta
September 1, 2024
I am a boyhood friend of Peter. I grew up a few blocks from Peter in East Boston. We became friends when we were classmates at Boston English High School. Peter was a brilliant student in all our classes then consisting of chemistry, physics, math and Latin. We stayed in touch over the years, and I was aware of his incredible courage and the suffering he endured. Peter was also a great fan of the opera and especially those composed by Puccini. I last spoke with Peter about two weeks before he died. May you Rest In Peace, Peter. I am grateful to have known you.
Dr John S Penta
Yorba Linda, CA
Harry McKone
August 26, 2024
So sorry to learn of Peter´s passing. He and I were graduate students at The University of New Hampshire. We have kept in touch over the years. I remember Peter´s sense of humor, his gentleness and his love of teaching.
Harry McKone
Palm Sori gs CA
Debra Hearn
August 24, 2024
My heartfelt condolences to Peter `s family. Peter was such a gentle kind soul. A wonderful person. I consider myself lucky to have known him. Peter rest in peace. Thank you for always being so kind.
Barbara Tomaso
August 24, 2024
Fond memories of Peter. I worked with him at UNH. He also traveled to London and Paris with our group. He was a great guy
Mike Luzzi
August 22, 2024
Peter was a kind and caring person
Peter was a longtime member of The Columbus Committee now The Greater New Haven Italian American Committee .
Glad I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Peter on the committee
Rest in peace Peter
.
Carole Yarosh
August 22, 2024
Happy to have known, Peter these past few years.
He was and neighbor. It was a privilege to know him.
Donna and Ronnie Ferrini& Family
August 22, 2024
My Deepest condolences to the desio family, my Uncle was the sweetest man, Rest in Peace Uncle Peter Donna and Ronnie Ferrini & Family
Eileen
August 22, 2024
There was no air of haughtiness in Br. Peter, though his students regarded him as genius. Br. Peter was unassuming and kindhearted toward everyone. Gentle soft spoken and true. Br. Peter befriended me and I always marvel at the greatness of those that God allows us to meet along the way in this life. I will continue to pray for Br. Peter, as I know he prays for us all. Br. Peter Welcome Home!
In Mary´s Heart, Sr. Marie Pio, FTI (Isolated)
Stan and Anna Marie Fritz
August 22, 2024
Peter was a dear lifelong friend to our family who was like a brother to us. He was a giving, caring person to my brother, sister and myself and to all our children and grandchildren. He was like a second son to our Mom for over 20 years. A good Christian man who will be fondly remembered by all our family.
Phyllis Carlucci Ryan
August 22, 2024
Peter was a soft spoken gentle man who face his health challenges with strength and dignity. May he now fest in peace
Adele Cumbo
August 21, 2024
Peter was a wonderful neighbor and a gentle, kind man. He fought a long, hard battle with strength and Grace. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Peter
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