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Alexander Terapane Obituary
Alex was born in Meriden, Dec. 28, 1926, a son of the late Alexander J. Terapane and Adeline (DiMartino) Terapane. He was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II and had a long career with the Miller Company in Meriden, followed by a number of years with Dime Savings Bank of Wallingford.
He is survived by his children, James E. Terapane, of South Deerfield, Mass., Lynn Sussman and her husband, Michael, of Amherst, Mass., and Alexander J. Terapane, Jr. and his wife, Geri, of Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by his five brothers; and six sisters.
His family will receive relatives and friends in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., Monday, March 19,. from 9:30 until 10:45 a.m. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery in Meriden. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105, The Sisters' Project, P.O. Box 1643, Wallingford, CT. 06492, VNA & Hospice of Cooley Dickinson, 168 Industrial Drive, Northampton, MA 01060, or to the Most Holy Trinity Church Preservation Fund, 68 North Colony Road, Wallingford, CT. 06492. For online condolences visit: www.wallingfordfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Alexander Terapane
Renee & family
April 3, 2018
Truly sorry to hear of Al's passing...
March 25, 2018
Dear Al and family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. I remember both of your parents quite well although it has been many years since I have seen you and them. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Denise Martha, your LH Italian teacher
Francis Dutko
March 19, 2018
Al my deepest condolences , I'll always remember your dad for his warm smiles and soft spoken manner. Remember all the times we spent at your house. part of our weekly rotation when we played D&D, playing all night, and our parents putting up with us!
Maryann Chenoweth
March 19, 2018
Jim, Lynn, Al and family. My deepest sympathy on the passing of Uncle Alex. We all have fond memories of him especially during our family picnics.
Shari Middllesworth-Wicks
March 17, 2018
Terapane Family,
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your dad. He was a true gentleman and one who was always there to help out his neighbors. I will always remember how kind he & Carol were to my parents I am sorry for your loss. Love and hugs.
Ed Gregory
March 17, 2018
Jim,
If I may quote the adage, "like father-like son" You dad was a good man.
My sincere condolences
March 16, 2018
RIP Mr.Terapane The KURTY family
Dennis Rodgers
March 16, 2018
My deepest sympathy Jim,Lynn,Al and family. Your dad was and will always be Big Al to me and my family. A neighborhood Icon for sure. Was always a pleasure to talk with him and will miss that. May he Rest In Peace
Meg Dellipoala
March 15, 2018
Always loved seeing Uncle Alex when my sisters and I would visit our poppy, Carmelo. He was so warm and kind. So glad I have those lovely childhood memories of swimming and visiting during the summer.
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