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Ralph DeFonzo Obituary
Ralph J. DeFonzo, 91, a longtime resident of West Haven, entered into eternal rest September 20, 2011. He was the beloved husband of almost 70 years of Virginia DeRosa DeFonzo. Ralph was born in New Haven on November 8, 1919, son of the late Paul and Maria Palladine DeFonzo. Devoted father of Diane (Robert) Nehrkorn, Paul (Diane) DeFonzo and Dolores (Cliff) Ennico. Proud grandfather of Christopher and Jennifer DeFonzo and Duffy, his grandchildren's dog. He was predeceased by his brothers James and John DeFonzo and sisters Molly Sabatino, Rose Culligan and Virginia Douglas. Ralph retired from U. S. Electrical Motors and then worked for the West Haven Board of Education until he was 81 years old. He had a love of travel and family gatherings, gardening and grocery shopping. He was most proud in 2006 when both he and his wife received from Mayor John Picard, West Haven's Best Blue & Bright Beautification Award, a testament to Ralph's attention to detail and meticulous care of his home. He was an avid UCONN Women's Basketball fan. All who knew Ralph knew of his wonderful smile and sense of humor, his bright blue eyes and his deep religious devotion. Ralph's family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Dr. Charles DiSabatino and his staff, as well as Eileen and Faroog Khan, Genine Tannoia, and their wonderful staff at Montowese Health and Rehabilitation Center for their exceptional, compassionate care.
The hours for visitation will be SUNDAY (today) from 4 to 7pm at the West Haven Funeral Home at the Green. His funeral procession will leave the funeral home MONDAY morning at 9:30 for a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Paul's Church at 10:00. Interment with military honors will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery. Should friends desire, contributions may be made to St. Lawrence School, 231 Main Street, West Haven, CT. 06516. For online condolences please visit www.westhavenfuneral.com.
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September 25, 2011
With are deepest condolences, the Deegan family!
September 23, 2011
To Paul and your entire family we are so sorry to hear of your dads death. He was a man quiet but always with a nice smile for everyone. He will be missed by not only his family but the lives of people he touched. Rose Marie & Marty Higgins CT & Fl.
September 23, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Please let us know if here is anything we can do to be of support to you and your family at this time. With deepest sympathy, Nancy and Bob
September 23, 2011
Our deepest condolences to your family! Uncle Ralph will be remembered for always having a smile on his face while I was growing up and both Barbara and I are so happy we got to see him a couple weeks ago before we left for Montana! Cousin Jim and Barbara Bosco
Michele Sayers Grull
September 23, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love the Sayers Family
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