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Dennis Coppola Obituary
Dennis J. Coppola, 63, of East Haven, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2023 with his family by his side. Born in New Haven on December 14th, 1959, son of the late Mathew and Teresa Tondalo Coppola. A graduate of East Haven High School, Dennis was Senior Painter for 46 years at Yale University. Owner and operator of DJC Painting in East Haven. In his younger years he worked at Country Amusements and Woodwinds of Branford as a Chefs helper. Dennis was a member of the East Haven Stoners Club, enjoyed fishing, riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle, traveling, antique cars and loved being in the sun. Most of all, Dennis enjoyed being with his close-knit family whom he loved unconditionally. Father of Angel and Stormy Coppola. Brother of Michael (Miriam) Coppola, Linda and James Coppola. Also survived by his former wife Rhonda Coppola. He was predeceased by his nephew Michael J. Coppola, Jr. Dennis would do anything no matter what is was and was always willing to help those in need. He truly had a heart of gold.
The visiting hours will be Friday, August 25th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday morning, August 26th at 10:00 in St. Pio of Pietrelcina Parish at Our Lady of Pompeii Church, Foxon Road, East Haven. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. If attending Dennis's funeral on Saturday, he would truly love it if you drove your motorcycle. www.northhavenfuneral.com
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Deborah Esposito
August 29, 2023
To the Family, so sorry for your loss. Growing up with Dennis in our neighborhood kept us all always laughing. Great guy, you will be missed, but Heaven has a new Angel! Love you, Dennis, Love Debbie Esposito
Wayne Corcoran
August 27, 2023
So very SORRY to hear about Dennis! He was the greatest guy! I feel terrible and send my deepest condolences to the family! RIP Dennis!
Tony Ferrara
August 27, 2023
To Jimmy and the Coppola Family,I am so sorry for your loss.Dennis was a good soul may he rest in peace I will always remember him.
Tony
Lauta Myjak
August 26, 2023
Jimmy, so sorry to heat of Dennis´s passing. I am sorry that I didnt make the wake/service. He was a real great guy! Always took care of everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sorrowful time. Remember all the fun times andgood memories with him. A great guy gone to soon. With deepest sympathy
Stuart Brownstein
August 25, 2023
What can I say except rest in eternal peace, my dear brother ! !
Laura Zacks
August 25, 2023
Linda and family- I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Dennis well and know how close you all are. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you all. May he rest peacefully.
Joey Esposito
August 24, 2023
You were a true and great friend, person,and soul. I'm sorry I didn't get to see you. But I will see you on the other side. Love you Dennis you're friend and neighbor Scroey Joey Esposito God's Speed.
Nadine and Tony Vaspasiano
August 24, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together. We are so sorry for your loss. Please stay strong for each other.
Brenda
August 24, 2023
Linda, my Condolences for you and your Family...
Brenda
Lucille Tondalo
August 24, 2023
So sorry for your loss he is at peace Lucille Tondalo
Roseann Bailey
August 24, 2023
Deeply sorry for your loss and my condolences to your family and Dennis had a good heart, RIP my Dennis
Sandra Weber
August 23, 2023
Linda and Family, My Condolences to you and your Family. So sorry to hear about Dennis. I will truly miss Dennis! "RIP"
Marie Gazzillo
August 23, 2023
Linda an Family I´m so sorry to hear about Dennis my Thoughts an Prayers are to you an your Family
Leroy DeBerry
August 23, 2023
Sending prayers of strength, comfort and encouragement to the Coppola family during this difficult moment.
Bob Pragano and David Sundwall
August 23, 2023
Dennis you were a loving kind soul who helped anyone you could. You will be so very missed. We love you and I hope you are at peace with your family and ours.
George C. Terry III
August 23, 2023
My sincere condolences to the Coppola family. I worked with Dennis for many years at Yale. Rest In Peace Dennis.
Donald Greene jr
August 23, 2023
Dennis was a great guy and friend we worked together for over 30yrs love you brother!
Doug McDermott
August 23, 2023
Worked with Dennis at Yale for more than 30 yrs. He was a character. We shared many a laugh in work and out. He had a big heart, could always count on him to help you out. He was also a good union member, will be sadly missed, RIP, Doug McDermott
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