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SEBASTIANO SANTOSTEFANO Obituary

SANTOSTEFANO, SEBASTIANO J. Sebastiano J. Santostefano, 80, of Middletown, husband of Gloria Orsino passed away peacefully on June 27, 2016. He was born in Melilli, Sicily on November 20, 1935, son of the late Antonino and Nella (Giardina) Santostefano. Sebastiano was also predeceased by his late wife Maria Magnano Santostefano. Sebastiano was a resident of Middletown for 53 years. He immigrated from Melilli, Sicily to Middletown in 1963. He was the proud owner of Santostefano Auto Body for over 40 years. He was a member of St. Sebastian Church and the Italian American Club. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, he also loved to spend time in his garden and making wine. He especially enjoyed music and dancing. His infectious laughter filled the room. Many people who knew him were touched by him. A special thank you to his caregiver, Jemile and Middletown Hospice Care for taking care of our loved one. Besides his wife, Gloria, Sebastiano is survived by three daughters, Nella Indomenico of Middletown, Josie Santostefano of Newington and Laura Pozvek of Derby. He has two sisters, Arcangela Salafia of Siracusa, Sicily and Letizia Monarca of Middletown and brothers-in-law Enzo Salafia and Ottavio Monarca, brother-in-law Joseph Magnano and his wife Catherine and their children Alex, Chris and Sarah. He is also survived by two granddaughters Adriana and Sabrina Indomenico and a grandson Matthew Duffy. He is also survived by two stepsons, Christopher and Anthony Feisthamel of Rhode Island and a stepdaughter, Karen Feisthamel of Rhode Island as well as two sons-in-law, Charlie Duffy and Michael Pozvek, nephews Robert Sebby Monarca and Sebastian Salafia and nieces, Rita Monarca and Ketty Salafia as well as three step granddaughters, Grace, Catherine, and Emily Feisthamel and two step grandsons, Ethan Holden and Nicholas Feisthamel. Family and friends may call at the D’Angelo Funeral Home, 22 South Main St., in Middletown, on Thursday from 5-8 PM. Funeral services will be held at the D’Angelo Funeral Home, Friday at 9:00 AM with a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 AM at St. Sebastian Church. Burial will be held in St. Sebastian Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Saint Sebastian Church.

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Published by The New Haven Register from Jun. 28 to Jun. 29, 2016.

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Charlie

June 23, 2025

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Nella Santostefano

June 27, 2023

Dad,

Today is your 7 year anniversary when You close your eyes and we all said goodbye to you. Not one day has gone by since you left that I don't think of you. I pray that you are resting in eternal peace and that one day we will be together again. I am grateful for your love and everything you did for me and for your family. I miss you and I love you forever.

Rest in Peace Dad.

Nella

Gloria Santostefano

June 22, 2020

Another year without you by my side. Much love to you always. God give you peace and comfort.

Always in my heart.
Love, Gloria

Nella Indomenico

June 27, 2019

Dad,

Three years ago today, you said goodbye and began your journey to eternal life. Not one day has gone by that I don't think of you. I miss you very much, but I finally found peace in my heart with your loss. You give me signs that you are around and it comforts me. Thank you for being my Dad and for always loving me unconditionally. You will always be my rock, my loving Dad. Until we meet again, I love you... always and forever.

Nella

June 23, 2019

As the years go by,you are in my thoughts and heart. Much
Love for you. Peace and comfort to you.
Love, Gloria

Nella Indomenico

June 27, 2018

Hi Dad,

Two years have passed since you left us. It doesn't seem real. I can still hear your laugh, you had the best laugh. I know you are at peace with God. Thank you for your unwavering love for your family and life. You left an imprint on all those who love you and you will never be forgotten. Until we meet again, I love you forever.

Nella

Gloria Santostefano

June 21, 2018

Dear Seb,
We. are approaching your second year away from us. It doesn't get easier, but no more pain for you, that is a good thing.
My prayers are always with you. I miss your companionship and love we. Shared.
God watch over you always.
Gloria

November 17, 2017

Dear Seb,
I am thinking of you especially at this time. Always, every day but now as your birthday approaches.
I miss you and know you are watching over us.
All my love always,
Gloria

October 12, 2017

Hi Dad - You are always in my thoughts....every single day. I sure do hope you can see what we're doing to honor your memory. This is the second year the twins are making wine, all in honor of you. You gave them so much love and attention and instilled the importance of carrying on our family traditions that they will not let them go. Thank you for everything....we miss you dearly. We shed our tears, say a prayer and go on with you always and forever in our hearts. Love you Dad.

Nella

July 19, 2017

Hey Dad, just thinking of you and missing you. My heart hurts with the pain of your loss. I still can't believe you are gone and that I will never see you again. I thank God everyday he gave me you as my father on this earth. I love you dearly and sure do hope you can see us and all that we are doing to honor you and make you proud.

Love, Nella

June 27, 2017

Hi Dad,

One year ago today, at this time, 9:30 AM, you took your last breath and went home to God. One year has gone by so quickly. Not one day went by that I didn't think of you. Not one. I miss your voice, I miss your laughter and most of all, I miss your love and support. You were a positive man right till the very end. You battled through life's tough times with dignity and strength. We all learned from you to be strong and independent. Thank you for everything you did for your family and loved ones. You will never be forgotten and your memory lives strong. Pray for me Dad and until we meet again, rest in peace. I miss you dearly and I love you with all my heart. Happy one year anniversary of your eternal life.

Nella

June 19, 2017

Dear Seb,
It soon will be a year, so hard to think of all the time gone by.
I thank God for all the times we shared and loved together with family and friends.
Peace and a good rest for my wonderful Seb.
My prayers and thoughts are with you forever.
Love,
Gloria

May 24, 2017

Dear Seb,
I am missing you always. Today was a special day as a start for us.
We shared a life of happiness and joy.
Peace to you. I remember you forever in my prayers.
Love you, Gloria

March 21, 2017

Hi Dad. Thinking of you. It will soon be 9 months since you've been gone and I miss you very much. Rest in peace Dad.
Love Nella.

March 7, 2017

You may be gone, but never to be forgotten. You are always on my mind and in my heart. Love you Dad. Love Nella

January 18, 2017

Miss you Dad. Love Nella

January 4, 2017

Happy New Year Dad. I miss you terribly. I put on a smile for the world to see, but my heart weighs heavy with your loss. I try to be strong for everyone else, but I suffer in silence. Not one day goes by that I don't talk to you out loud. The only thing that gives me peace is knowing you are not suffering any longer. Pray for me Dad and may you rest in peace. Until we meet again. I love you forever. Love Nella

Missing you Dad. I love you forever. ❤

July 27, 2016

July 27, 2016

Thinking of you & missing you dad.

Joseph Gallagher Sr

July 15, 2016

Sabrina and Adriana,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God bless you!

Anthony & Ruth Ann Timbro

July 5, 2016

So sorry for your loss. God Bless you.

July 2, 2016

Love, Laura

July 2, 2016

Hi dad, I miss you and wish you didn't have to go. Thank you for being a great father and a great man while you were here. I was proud to call you my dad. Since the time I was a little girl I looked up to you and wherever you were I wasn't too far behind. I loved watching you do your thing in the garden and in the garage. Everything you did was for the love you had for your family and for that I will always be grateful. I will forever miss your smile, your laughter and your whistling to and from the garage. Thank you dad for everything, you will forever be in my heart and I will never forget you. You're up in heaven now dancing, singing, laughing and whistling for God and all his angels. I love you dad, your daughter, Laura (Lauretta)

Diane & Bill Cote

July 2, 2016

Our Mr. Sebby,
Oh, how we miss you...your laughter, jokes, stories, advice, phone calls and most of all your friendship. We had so many fun times together - we will miss that so much. We will always have you in our hearts. We know you're in Heaven watching over everyone, keeping them safe because that's what you always did.
Love you and miss you,

Paula Halloran

July 1, 2016

Gloria, Nella, Josie Laura,

So very sorry and sad to hear of the passing of your husband and wonderful Dad.
He was a hard worker that loved his family so much.He had a great smile and a kind word for all. Sebby will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Heartfelt sympathies to all.
Sending love and strength,
Paula and Jim Halloran

Loretta Kandrot (Pozvek)

July 1, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all He truly was a wonderful man.I may have only met him a few times but it felt like I knew him forever..I remember us chatting about clamming and clams and my love of them and Linguine and clams. He truly was a lovely lovely man..May God Bless you all..love Loretta Pozvek Kandrot. ( mikes sister)

Anita Dugatto

June 30, 2016

Laura,
Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for the loss of you father. My heart go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Gloria Santostefano

June 29, 2016

My dear Seb,
My heart is full with love for you. We were happy together, sharing our combined families and friends.
You gave me much kindness, love and understanding.
You kept me under your wing as you promised. I know that is a lifetime and beyond promise.
Peace to you and we will be together again.
Love always,
Gloria

Lisa Gendron Kover

June 29, 2016

Cousin Gloria and Santostefano family, I am so very sorry for your loss.
Lisa Gendron Kover

June 29, 2016

Gloria

I just wanted to send you a note as I am unable to come to the calling hours or the funeral. I did not know Stebby well but I know for certain he was a wonderful man as he made you so very happy.

Soon the joy of the years you had together will flood in and replace your sadness. I wish you the very best and I will be thinking of you in the days to come.

Much Love, Linda Ball

Nadia Martin

June 29, 2016

Nella, Josie and Laura,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. We have many memories in your kitchen and other funny times. I pray God will give you all peace during this time.
Love, Nadia

June 29, 2016

Sebby, in the short time that we were together I have some very fond memories. You had asked me to never forget you... I never will... you are a good honorable hard working family man with an infectious smile.... may you rest in peace Tom Baude

June 29, 2016

Dad - I can't believe you are gone. It doesn't seem real. Your smile, your laughter, your voice messages still on my phone will never be forgotten. Your guidance and your simple advice will forever be burned in my heart. What a great man you were on earth. The last of a dying breed. A gentleman through and through. You took care of everyone you loved. I am forever grateful for your love and proud to be your daughter. Rock the heavens Dad, as the twins would say. You loved to dance here on earth and I am certain you are dancing all the way home to God. Love you forever and ever.....and ever. Your one and only....Nelluccia.

Pattie Webb

June 29, 2016

Aunt Gloria and Santostefano family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Know I am keeping you in my prayers, thoughts and heart at this time.

June 29, 2016

Nella, Josie and Laura, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad.. It sucks doesn't it!! I remember being at your house all the time, we were family growing up.. thinking of you girls at this sad time.

Love Fulvia Lancia

June 29, 2016

Nella, Josie, and Laura, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad... it sucks doesn't it!! thinking of you girls and praying for you...

Fulvia Lancia

June Thomas

June 29, 2016

Dear Gloria...I was saddened to hear of Sebby's passing.....It was in my heart to come visit both of you so often since the passing of Priscilla....and I did not get there....please accept my heartfelt condolences...you will be in my prayers always...Love June

June 29, 2016

Nella,Sue and I are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad,he has done body work in the past years for both Sue and I and ALWAYS had a smile on his face that you could not forget !!!!! Dave & Sue Palozie

Tina (Salafia) Mancini

June 29, 2016

Nella, Josie, and Laura - I am so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. I have many memories of him from when we were kids. He was a hardworking man and always had a smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sending my love to you all.

Charlie Duffy

June 29, 2016

To pops, I will miss your laughter, all those fishing adventures, and all the grapes we squeezed. RIP

Mike Gerrard

June 29, 2016

My deepest sympathy and condolences to your entire family.

Michele Kuhns

June 29, 2016

Nella,

I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. I will keep you, and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

I know you have many wonderful memories of your Dad to help you through this most difficult time. You know, he wouldn't want you to be sad.

Michele

Stephanie Bennett

June 29, 2016

Nella, Josie and Laura I am so saddened by the loss of your beloved Daddy.I have so many wonderful memories of dinners at your house when Seb came thru the door the party started.I remember his wine and how much fun making wine in the garage was.Growing up on Saybrook rd with your family are some of my fondest memories.Mary and Seb had a beautiful family and made everyone feel like they were part of it,especially me and for that I will be forever thankful.May you all find peace,strength and comfort in one another and in all of the beautiful memories we are left with.My thoughts and prayers are with ALL of the family both old and new.My heart is with you girls,lots of love.

Juliann Kiraly Williams

June 28, 2016

My heart goes out to you. I wish I lived closer so I could offer support in person, but you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sending much love your way...

June 28, 2016

Nella, I am so sorry for your loss.

When I think of your father I hear his laugh, you couldn't help but laugh right back. He was a kind and sweet man and he will be missed.

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Loredana Bongiorno Fogarty

Linda Pare

June 28, 2016

My condolences to the entire family.

Anita Dugatto

June 28, 2016

I'm very sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hands. May God continue to comfort your family.

Phyllis Sheehan

June 28, 2016

Nella and family, So sorry for your loss. I know he was a wonderful father and grandfather and he is smiling down on your from heaven.

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