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1932
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2023
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Charles Christoforo Obituary
Charles M. Christoforo Sr., 90, of North Haven passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 26th, 2023, at the MidState Medical Center, Meriden with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 62 years to the late Bridget B. Cappello Christoforo. Charlie was born in New Haven on November 26, 1932, and was the son of the late Michael and Rose Valentino Christoforo. A passion for farming, Charlie was the owner/operator of Christoforo Farms for many years. He enjoyed playing cards with the men in his family (usually always winning), playing and studying the stock market and always kept up with the current political events. Most of all, Charlie enjoyed his grandchildren and great-grandchildren who he loved unconditionally. Loving father of Rose Mineri (Steven Miller), Charles M. Christoforo, Jr. (Julie), and Cynthia Carbone (Anthony). Loving Pop of Louis E. Mineri III (Jennifer), Joseph Mineri (Milena), Christopher Mineri (Kristy), Anthony Carbone, Jr. (Jessica), Stephen Carbone (Linsey), Michael Carbone (who was always by his side), Christina Carbone, and Charles M. Christoforo III. Big Poppy of Louis E. Mineri IV, Biagio Mineri, Filomena Mineri, Giada Mineri, Cristiano and Chloe Mineri, Vienna Rose Mineri and Anthony Carbone III. Step-grandfather of Gianni and Juliana DeMartino. Also survived by his former son-in-law Louis E. Mineri, Jr., his loving and devoted caregivers Florinda and Miguel Diaz, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by his sisters Rose Migliaro, Philomena Abbatello, Mary Simiola, Josephine Cuseo, Nancy Cuseo, Lucy Buonopane, and brothers Frank, John, Salvatore, Pasquale, Matteo, Michael, and Anthony Christoforo.
The visiting hours will be Wednesday, March 1st from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. 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, March 2nd at 10:00 to attend a Mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following in All Saints Cemetery. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. www.northhavenfuneral.com
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John E. Bud DeGennaro
February 21, 2024
Christopher's Market was a large part of my life since I started driving at age 17 in 1975 and throughout the next 33 years until I moved to Florida. May Our Lord Jesus Christ rest his soul.
John E. Bud DeGennaro
March 5, 2023
During the 30 years I lived in North Branford and 10 years prior in Fair Haven, Christoforo's was my go to place. Mr. Christoforo bought so much to the Community and will be dearly missed. May Our Lord Jesus Christ rest his soul.
Paul Adinolfi
March 1, 2023
Dear Charlie and family,
So very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Sending prayers.
Paul and Cindy Adinolfi
Donna Frandy & Family -Hamden
February 28, 2023
To The Christoforo Family -
Sending condolences to all! Such a wonderful family man and will be missed by all of you. Your memories will never be forgotten. Thinking of all of you
Don Petrarca
February 28, 2023
Tony, sorry to read about Your Father in Law passing away. May He Rest In Peace.
Camille Digioia
February 27, 2023
So sorry to hear of your Great Loss our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family. May He rest in Peace.
Larry Drago
February 27, 2023
Charlie was a true Gentle Giant of a man. !!!
He was also kind and honest to do business with. He will be missed by many.
"He beat us to Paradise"
May he rest in eternal peace.
Sorry for your loss
Larry DRAGO
RET. FROM WELI RADIO.
Edwina Mary O'Neill
February 27, 2023
Rose, Frank, and I know the loss you feel because we miss our beloved Dad every day. Like your father, he loved to see things growing on the farm. There are many memories of the farm that we hold dear. May God comfort you at this time.
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