Victor M. DeFelice

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Victor M. DeFelice, 88, of Branford, who entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 22, 2025. He was the loving husband of Joanne Laudano DeFelice for 63 years. He is survived by his devoted daughter Therese, son in law Mark Kowalski, and his beloved grandsons, Mark and Matthew. He was predeceased by his brother, John (Jack) and his son, Victor Jr.
Vic was the son of the late Victor J. and Mary Ferretti DeFelice and grew up in West Haven, around the corner from Savin Rock, enjoying a colorful and wonderful childhood. He attended Boardman Trade School and Chicago Technical College for Construction Management. He was a building contractor all his life, owning Pancom Developers, Connecticut Builders and V.M. DeFelice Construction Inc. Later in life he was a construction manager and a consultant for several area construction companies.
He lived a life of dedication to his family with his greatest joy being his cherished grandsons. He adored and showered them with immeasurable love, life wisdom, guidance, and a remarkable way to lift the spirit with encouraging words when needed.
He loved spending colder months in Sarasota, Florida and spending the warmer weather on his boat at the Branford marina teaching his grandsons how to fish and captain the boat. He was always there for his family and friends, and to say he will be missed is truly an understatement.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, September 6 at 11:00 at St. Vincent DePaul Church of St. Pio Parish in East Haven. As per his request, there will be no calling hours, and the burial will be private. The W.S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford is in care of arrangements.