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Philip Costanzo Obituary
September 6, 1942 - November 8, 2025
Philip Costanzo, 83, of Cheshire, formerly of Hamden died November 8th at Skyview Rehab after a brief illness. Born in New Haven, son of the late Jerome and Phyllis Cricco Costanzo, Phil owned and operated The Hamden Press Printing Company for over 20 years. He graduated from Hamden High where he played football. He was the fastest one on the team, scoring a 70-yard rushing touchdown in his senior year. Phil was a patient man who put others before himself. He enjoyed coaching baseball, taking trips to Las Vegas, and driving his Ford Mustang. He loved his children, grandchildren, and his cats. He is survived by sons Ralph Costanzo of Prospect, Philip Jr. (Kristy) Costanzo of Cheshire, and their mother Karen Santa Maria of Cheshire, a brother Robert (Sandi) Costanzo of North Haven, and grandchildren Ruthie, Vincent, Calisa, Gabriella, and Gianna. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by brothers Ralph and Jerome Jr., and a sister Eunice Moreira. Calling hours will be held Thursday from 9:00 - 10:30 am in the Peter H. Torello & Son FH, 1022 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. A parlor service will be held at 10:30 in the same location. Interment will follow in Beaverdale. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.
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Carmen Sacchetti
Yesterday
To the Costanzo Family,
I'm very sorry to read of Phil's passing. Condolences to all. What a good guy. Before I left Connecticut I used to see Phil at the 3 Brother's diner often. He was my classmate since Junior High School and later Hamden High. I also used to see him at a number of clubs on Friday nights. When I was in business Phil used to print all my invoices for me. I knew him a lot of years. God rest his soul. Rest in peace my friend.
Carmen Sacchetti
Sun City/Hilton Head
South Carolina
Richard Reutenauer
November 10, 2025
My condolences to all of Phil´s family. I haven´t seen him in years. I used to see him in the Colonial Diner near his shop. He was in HHS with me and class of 61. Rest in peace my friend.
Vin Pomarico
November 10, 2025
Ralph and Phil,
Sorry fpr your loss. I know its been a long time, but I hope you guys are well.
Vin Pomarico
Williston, Vermont
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