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Anthony DeSimone Obituary
North Haven Firefighter Anthony A. DeSimone, 50, of North Haven, passed Thursday, August 24th, 2023, at Yale-New Haven Hospital after being stricken at his home. He was the beloved husband of 20 years to Pamela Parauka DeSimone. Anthony was born in New Haven on December 15th, 1972, and was the son of the late Charles P. DeSimone, Sr. and Marge DeLizio DeSimone. A 1991 graduate of North Haven High School, Anthony had served as a volunteer firefighter with the Northeast Volunteer Fire Company #4 before becoming a career firefighter in 2000. Anthony was past president, past treasurer, and liaison for the North Haven Professional Firefighters Association, was a member of the North Haven Knights of Columbus, Council 3733, and coached North Haven Little League. The loving father of Dominic A. DeSimone and Victoria T. DeSimone. Brother-in-law of Valerie Parauka. Uncle of Brandon N. DeSimone and Scarlett J. Parauka. Predeceased by his brother Charles P. DeSimone, Jr.
The visiting hours will be Wednesday, August 30th from 3:00 to 8:00 PM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Family and friends are invited to go directly to St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Therese Church, 555 Middletown Avenue, North Haven on Thursday morning, August 31st at 10:00 to attend a Mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following with full departmental honors in All Saints Cemetery. Please omit flowers and if so desired make contributions to the Anthony A. DeSimone Children's Education Fund, 33 Sara Circle, North Haven, CT 06473 www.northhavenfuneral.com
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Sheriba Ruby Jackson
August 30, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Alphonse MONCREASE
August 29, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alphonse "AJ" Jacques
August 29, 2023
Anthony is a hero,brave,strong courageous man!! He will never be forgotten and he will be always remembered!!! His legacy will continue throughout the FD and his Family.. my deepest condolences to all of the Desimone family!!
Kathy Dobbins
August 29, 2023
Words cannot express the sadness I feel on the loss of Anthony. My thoughts and prayers are with you Pam, Dominic, Victoria and family. Rest in peace dear friend.
Lisa Ferretti
August 28, 2023
Anthony was a great coworker I worked with him at JCPenny outlet in North Haven he was sweet, kind and loving person
Frank Anderson
August 28, 2023
Thanks for the Memories working at Mccory's with you and all the summer picnics we had together.
Your friend Frank Anderson.
Renée Savo and Family
August 28, 2023
Deepest sympathies to Anthony´s family during this difficult time.
Frank A Quadrino
August 27, 2023
Tony... You were always one of my favorite trainees back at the NHPD in '96.. From your first interview, I knew you would be a success & you proved it day in & day out. You will be missed, Rest in Peace "Cheeks" we got it from here
Paul and Diane Mullally
August 27, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the Anthony´s family and fellow firefighters. Friend, we shared many laughs together. A great man who will be sorely missed and never forgotten. RIP Anthony.
The Greco´s
August 27, 2023
We´re so sorry for your loss. Love, The Greco´s
Richard Esposito, SR Family
August 27, 2023
With our deepest sympathy to the family. God has called a new angel for his army to watch over his family.
With sympathy and love,
Richard, Carol-Ann and Sarah-Ann Esposito
Tony Z
August 27, 2023
Rest in Pace my friend, way to soon.
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