Dr. Andrew Carl Ardolino

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Andrew Ardolino Obituary

ARDOLINO, DR. ANDREW C. Dr. Andrew Carl Ardolino, DDS, age 88, of New Haven, for 63 years the beloved husband of Anna Marie "Pat" Vandor Ardolino, dearly loved father, grandfather and brother, died Friday, December 17, 2010 in New Haven at the Hospital of St. Raphael, surrounded by his loving family. Dr. Ardolino was born in West Haven, May 23, 1922, the son of the late Antonio and Mary Marchese Ardolino. Dr. Ardolino completed his pre-dental education at Providence College and received his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from St. Louis University in 1948. From 1948 until his retirement in 2001, Dr. Ardolino practiced dentistry in West Haven. Dr. Ardolino was a life member of The New Haven Dental Association, and the Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity. He was a charter member of the House of Delegates of The Connecticut State Dental Association and various committees. A U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, Dr. Ardolino served in the Medical Corp, 894th Medical Professional Services Detachment. He was past president of the West Haven Exchange Club, and for over 50 years, a member of the Race Brook Country Club where he had served on the club's Board of Governors. Always an avid golfer, he scored FIVE holes in one at the club. Dr. Ardolino was also a former member of the B.P.O.E. Lodge #25. Besides his wife Anna Marie, Dr. Ardolino is survived by four sons, Eric Ardolino and his wife Patricia of Southington, CT, Paul Ardolino of Hollywood, CA, Marc Ardolino of New Haven, and Thomas Ardolino and his wife Veronica of No. Hollywood, CA. He also leaves six cherished grandchildren, Andrew, Jonathan, Angela, Aliese, Grace and Rose. Also surviving are his two sisters Ann Zuppardi of MA, and Alba Giordano and her husband Tony of Delmar, NY, as well as several nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews. Dr. Ardolino was predeceased by his sister Jessie Ardolino. Friends and relatives are invited to call at the Keenan Funeral Home, 238 Elm Street, West Haven, Sunday, December 26th from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make gifts in Dr. Ardolino's memory may direct them to Notre Dame High School, c/o Advancement Office, 24 Ricardo Street, West Haven, CT 06516. Those wishing to extend condolences online may do so at www.keenanfuneralhome.com

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Published by New Haven Register from Dec. 22 to Dec. 24, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Ardolino

4 Entries

October 8, 2011

Great guy. My dentist in the 1960s. Sorry to hear of his passing.

Professor Jim Spina
University of Maryland

Bill McCauley

January 13, 2011

Dr. Ardolino was my dentist from the 1960's until I relocated away from West Haven in the 1990's. During that time we became friends. I am saddened by his passing.

David Gherlone

December 25, 2010

David and I were saddened to read that your Dad passed away. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. David & Maryanne Gherlone

Tommy Ardolino

December 23, 2010

I bid a tearful bedside farewell to my Dad last Monday on a snowy night at St. Raphael's hospital in New Haven. Without a doubt, it was the most heart-wrenching moment of my life. But as his son, I will remain strong alongside his loving memory.

One of the greatest blessings in life is having a father you can trust, and I am very fortunate to have had that. I had no choice - he was my dentist.

A great man and a leader in the Italian-American community. An esteemed graduate of Providence College in 1944 and St. Louis University School of Dentistry in 1948. A WWII U.S. Army Veteran and an undefeated welterweight boxer. A devoted family man with a generous heart. Opened his dental practice in 1948 and retired in 2001 - that's 53 years behind the drill. Played 18 holes of golf at least twice a week for nearly 50 years, and never took a golf cart. Nailed 5 “hole-in-ones" during that stretch. Was a HUGE fan of the UConn Women's Basketball Team - never missed a game.

So many accolades and genuine qualities to this great man, whom I am proud to have called "Dad." And along with all of his brilliant achievements throughout his wonderful life, all who knew him and loved him, were always well aware of his most outstanding quality. The guy was funny as hell.

His loving son, Tommy

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