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Michael Bergantino Obituary

BERGANTINO, MICHAEL FRANCIS Michael Francis Bergantino, 83, of Northford, known to most as "Mike", passed away suddenly on January 23, 2013. He was born in Waterbury on March 9, 1929 to the late Michael L. and Mary Tedesco Bergantino. Michael leaves his loving wife Peggie (Kamm) to whom he was married for 61 years. He will also be remembered by his eight children and their spouses, Susan Bergantino of Northford, Nancy & Frank Brigano of Northford, Toby & Diane Bergantino of Branford, Terry & Karen Bergantino of Guilford, Bruce & Colleen Bergantino of Wallingford, John & Carolyn Bergantino of Guilford, Paul & Carolyn Bergantino of Cromwell, Karen & Frank Acquarulo of Branford; sixteen grandchildren: Chris & Alicia Brigano, Michele Weed, Michael Miano, Matt, Kate, Pamela, Steven, Amanda, Jeremy, Michael, Jared, & Jack Bergantino, and Alexandra, Justin, & Jenna Acquarulo; three great- grandchildren: Mackenzie, Kelsie, & Kolbie Weed. He was educated in the Milford and Hamden school systems and graduated from the University of Connecticut, College of Pharmacy; it was the last class to graduate from the New Haven location. He was a Eucharistic Minister at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church and then in St. Monica Church where he has been a parishioner for 18 years. Michael was involved in many business and civic organizations, such as the Hamden and North Branford Rotary clubs from 1973 through the present. He had received several prestigious Paul Harris Awards. For over thirty years he owned and operated Hamden Surgical and Prescription Center and spent countless hours volunteering at Grimes Health Center. Friends are invited to visit with Michael's family on Sunday, January 27th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at BEECHER & BENNETT, 2300 Whitney Ave., Hamden. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, January 28th at St. Monica Church, Northford at 10:00 a.m. followed by a burial at All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Michael's memory to North Branford Rotary Club, PO Box 993 North Branford, CT 06471 or Grimes Health Center, Attn: Resident Activities Fund, 1354 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511. To send a condolence please see www.beecherandbennett.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Bergantino

14 Entries

Rich Bonomo

February 14, 2013

Thanks for sharing your family with me. You made a difference in mine. Your family is the best and I'm sorry for your loss.

David Miller

February 10, 2013

The legacy that our fathers built and left for us to continue is an inspiration. Your dad meant so much to be as a young businessman. Our days as fathers and sons, united in and by The MED Group will be forever treasured. Thank you for being the wonderful family you are.

Jeanne Lewis Gherardi

January 28, 2013

Our deepest condolences to Mike's entire family. He was truly a wonderful man. I will never forget his kindness and patience working together at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. I know he is looking down on his family and will always be with you.

January 28, 2013

To the entire Bergantino and Kamm families, we would like to send our profound condolences to you. Mike was a great source of support to the Center for Disability Rights, and we are very grateful.

Your Friends at CDR-CT

January 28, 2013

My deepest sympathies go out to the Bergantino family. Such a great guy to all of us in the neighborhood.

Steve Carbonella

January 28, 2013

To the Bergantino Family. I am so saddened to learn of Mike's passing but I know he is smiling down on us all. I am in Florida presently but my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Affectionately Anne Ryder and Family.

Holly Graf-Adamo

January 28, 2013

I remember Mike from Centerville as a young girl and then from Church at OLMC. May he rest in peace and my sympathy to his family.

Michele Pompane Solarek

January 27, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Bergantino family. I will always remember my time spent at Hamden Surgical fondly. May God bless you all.

Fran Dagostino

January 27, 2013

My deepest sympathies and good thoughts go to you all.

Mike Devine

January 27, 2013

My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Bergantino

January 27, 2013

My condolences to the family and friends of Mr. ergantino.

Diane Livieri

January 27, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you at this most difficult time. The Bergantino's - Hamden Surgical will always hold a special place in my heart.

January 27, 2013

My sincere sympathy to all.
Elaine Rausch
Woodbridge, CT

Kathy Walker

January 26, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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