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Christopher Florio Obituary
Christopher Florio, 42, of New Milford died unexpectedly at his home Aug. 23, 2019. He was the husband of Melissa (Lathrop) Florio.
He was born Oct. 31, 1976, in Danbury, son of Eleanor Florio and the late Rudy Florio.
Chris was a man of many talents and good at all of them, but his carpentry work by far was his biggest talent. He took much pride in his work.
When Chris wasn't working, he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family.
Chris had one of the biggest hearts and would drop everything to lend a hand to help anyone. He will be missed by all.
In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his precious daughter, Izzy, who filled his heart with so much love, joy and happiness; a sister, Daniele Shook and her husband Jason; a niece and Goddaughter, Mackenzie Shook; a nephew, Joshua Shook; two aunts, Clo and Gail; his mother and her fiancé, Joe Cozzolino; his parents-in-law, Mark and Betsy Lathrop; and his cats, Oscar, Trixie and Ella.
Services will be held Friday, Aug. 30 at the Northville Baptist Church, 9 Little Bear Hill Road, New Milford, with calling hours from 4 to 6 p.m. A service and reception will follow.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Florio
Sharon Geegan
September 29, 2019
Melissa, I've just heard about your loss and I am so terribly sorry. Sending peace and prayers to you and your daughter.
-Sharon B. Geegan
Tom & Diane Fekete
August 28, 2019
Melissa: Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Lisa Stuart and family
August 28, 2019
Melissa, there are no words on this earth that can comfort you at this very sad time. Please know we are all thinking of you and Izzy at this time. Sending much love and hugs.
Colleen Nickerson Zelonka
August 28, 2019
I will always remember Chris he was so funny and could make any day better and brighter So so sorry Melissa sending u lots of hugs and love My heart goes out to you and your family.I have some great memories of him and was so lucky to know him back then great guy ...
Wade and Lisa Miller
August 28, 2019
Melissa, Izzy, Daniele, and Eleanor, and families,
There are no words that can ease the unimaginable pain we're sure you all are feeling. Please know we are praying hard for your strength and peace as you endure the coming days and weeks. Sending our love to you all.
Ben and Danielle Greco
August 28, 2019
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. We know there are no words to ease any of your pain. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
August 28, 2019
Dear Melissa,
I'm am so sad for you! Words can never express the deepest sympathy that I am
sending to you!
Donna (Kelly Burnette's mom)
August 28, 2019
Melissa,
There are no words that can describe your pain, just know how truly sorry I am, my prayers are with you
Kim Diaz
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