Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Joseph Latella Obituary
January 19, 1964 - December 20, 2023
Joseph A. Latella (a.k.a. Stumpy), 59, of East Haven, passed away on December 20, 2023, after a brief illness. He will be remembered as the beloved husband of Janine Milano Latella, and father of Nicole Latella and Ashley Ford. He is also survived by his brother, David (Deborah) Latella. Mr. Latella was predeceased by his parents, Alfred and Julia O'Connell Latella. His family and friends meant the world to him. Joseph achieved a master's degree in physical education from Southern Connecticut State University and went on to be a favored educator in the West Haven school system for over 30 years. He will be cherished forever by family and friends, as well as his thousands of previous students. Joseph was a talented softball player, and refereed and umpired many sports. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and enjoyed playing golf as a member of the Orange Hills Country Club.
Family and friends are invited to a Parlor Service in the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 234 Foxon Rd. (Rte. 80), East Haven, Friday morning at 11:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery, North Haven. Friends may call THURSDAY, from 3:00-7:00 p.m. Sign Joe's guest book online at www.portofuneralhomes.net .
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Latella
Sponsored by NHRegister.com.
mike kraus
December 16, 2024
such a good guy we miss him
Anthony Candelora
December 30, 2023
May you rest in peace my friend, you will always be in our hearts. Janine, Nicole , Ashley may God fill your hearts with memories , love and faith. I will always be here for you all
My prayers ,thougjts are with you.
Anthony
Mike Kraus
December 28, 2023
So sad to hear of the passing of my friend. My heart and prayers go out to his family he was such a great man!
Domenic and Rosa DeLucia
December 28, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ronald Gaudino
December 26, 2023
I will miss running into you at the local convenience store. We go back many years when we were young kids playing softball. You were always very talented and and one heck of a great guy. My prayers go out to your family rest in peace, Joe.
Danny Parise
December 26, 2023
This was my gym teacher at Forest elementary School about 30 years ago ..Mr.Latella thank You
Stacy Gambardella
December 24, 2023
We are so sorry to hear the news about Joe. Our hearts go out to you all during this difficult time..
Bobby, Stacy, Megan & Jessica Gambardella
Mary Mannion
December 24, 2023
Please accept my condolences. I umpired softball with Joe on a few occasions. He was also an outstanding person. He loved his work and he loved his fellow officials.
He always had a smile on his lips.
He taught me so much about being a good, fair. and positive ump.
He was such a kind and caring person. He dedicated his adult life to his family and friends and to all the kids he tought over his winder career. He will be missed by many.
Joe is at peace in heaven. May God bless you and his family and friends. Sincerely
Mary K
Mannion
John Louis Jr
December 24, 2023
Deepest sympathy to the family
Sally Lamb
December 23, 2023
Sorry for your loss he was a great gym teacher back in the day when my kids were small and attended forest school! He was one of there favorites!
Leigh Finkle
December 22, 2023
Joe was a great ball player n friend. He loved the RedSox n so do I. He will be missed.
GARY LAMB
December 22, 2023
I played softball and golf with Joe when I was in my 20's and 30's
he was a great player and very good teammate.
my condolences to his family.
Gary Lamb
Joyce Polio
December 22, 2023
I met Joe teaching at Forest School years ago. What a beloved, friendly man who EVERYONE loved. I am sad for his family and friends.
Sabrina Sabol
December 22, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jay Finkle & Family
December 22, 2023
Sincerest condolences on the loss of Joe.
I'm a lifelong friend of Joe's having grown up a few blocks away on Blohm St.
We played football, basketball and baseball together at Morris Park and at the school yard.
Also enjoyed many late nights hanging around the neighborhood as we grew older.
Joe was a great athlete and a great person.
He will be missed by everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him.
Sincerely, Jay Finkle
Lancaster, Pa
Joe Matthews
December 22, 2023
I played little league with and against Joe. Good guy. Good competitor. Good sportsman. Never knew him as an adult, but he had a great foundation. He couldn´t have deviated from that fiery little red fireplug we knew him as. I´m sorry for your loss.
Showing 1 - 16 of 16 results
Make a Donation
in Joseph Latella's name
Memorial Events
for Joseph Latella
Dec
28
Calling hours
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Porto Funeral Homes - East Haven234 Foxon Road, New Haven, CT 06513
Dec
29
How to support Joseph's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Joseph Latella's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored anonymously