Name: Visitation for Joseph Anthony Catala Sr.
Start: 2022-10-21T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2022-10-21T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Wallingford Funeral Home - Wallingford

Joseph Anthony Catala, Sr., 95, of Wallingford, died peacefully at home on Oct. 15, 2022 surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Jean Catala of 73 years. He was born in New Haven, a son of the late Anthony and Raffaella (Pagano) Catala. Joe previously co-owned a barbershop alongside his brother Gene and went on to work at Allegheny Ludlum Steel. Before retirement, he worked many years at Wallingford Country Club. He was the father of Joseph Catala, Jr., James Catala (Mary), Sandra Mezei (William), Renee Jerzyk (Jeff), Mark Catala (Shellie), Steven Catala (Lisa), and Lynn Keyes (Kevin). He also leaves behind 14 grandchildren, William Mezei, Jr., (Crystal), Rachel DiPietro (Ryan), Christy Catala, Joseph Mezei, Chelsea Ellis (Derek), Kelly Jerzyk, Alyssa Catala, Elizabeth Jerzyk, Alexandra Curtis (Keenan), Charles Catala (Kim), Shayne Catala, Cassandra Bjornberg (Michael), Kevin Keyes, Jr., (Laura), and Kerri Catala; and nine loving great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind a sister, Maria D'Aniello and a brother, Eugene Catala (Janet); and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his first-born son, Anthony Catala; and his sister, Dolores Johnson. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather whose legacy is his family. He was a Veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy Seabees. He had great pride for his country and was an active member of the Antique Veterans Honor Guard. Joe took pride in landscaping his beautiful lawn. An avid sportsman, he was active in the Senior Olympics into his early 90's, and enjoyed coaching many of his grandchildren's teams, as well as swimming, playing softball, skiing, fishing, hunting, running, track and field, skydiving and traveling. His family will receive relatives and friends in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., on Friday, Oct 21st, from 4-7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday at 1:30pm directly at Church of the Resurrection. Interment with military honors will follow at St. John Cemetery in Wallingford. www.wallingfordfh.com

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Published by The Record-Journal from Oct. 19 to Oct. 20, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Catala

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14 Entries

Beverly Sniegowski, Admin

November 15, 2022

Our VCH, Veterans Coffee House meets monthly at the Wallingford Senior Center which not only gives our Vets the chance to socialize but also take part in enjoying a guest speaker which are related to military topics. We were founded in 2017 by Mark Halliday and Robert Boucher. Our Veterans are an exceptional group and our intention is to bring together to socialize, offer assistance and support. We can be contacted at the Wallingford Senior Center.
At this very difficult time, our group would like to honor the loss of Joe Catala as a fallen brother. Our military Veterans send out their heartfelt condolences to the Catala family and friends. As an Navy Seabee Veteran, he had joined an elite group of honorable men and women and our Country will forever be in his debt.

Michael Gannon

October 21, 2022

Mr. Catala will be long remembered for his quiet leadership as a husband, father, brother, grandfather,citizen-soldier, fellow worker, and all with great integrity. I was always reassured to see him in the library, with a sense that one could always count on this wonderful role model, even as so much was changing around us. It was always pleasant to see him or one of his talented offspring who have followed his lead to contribute to the good of Wallingford in so many different ways. He will be missed.

Gene Fontanella

October 21, 2022

My sympathy goes out to the Catala family in the passing of Joseph Catala. Joe remained active all his life and and was a inspiration to all seniors during his life time. RIP Joe you accomplished many things in life that we could not and you will always be remembered for your active energetic lifestyle.

Larry and Shari Middlesworth - Wicks

October 20, 2022

To the Catala Family, We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. What a wonderful life he lived and a immense family legacy he has left. Thinking of you all as you grieve your loss.

Florene Condon

October 20, 2022

So sorry for your loss she lived a good life rest in peace

Jack Des Jardins

October 20, 2022

Jean, our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Jack and I love you all and here if you need us!

Mike Mendya

October 19, 2022

Joe, Mark, Gene and the entire Catala family may God bless you all in your time of sorrow. May the angels and saints greet Joe as he enters into God's grace.

Noemi Morell Catala

October 18, 2022

Des de España queremos enviaros nuestro mas sentido pesame por la perdida de Joe, tuvimos la gran suerte de poder conocerle. NUnca os olvidamos. DEP

Vilma Mcghie

October 18, 2022

May is Soul Rest In Peace,God is always in control

Rich Scaffa

October 17, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. #RIPpapajoe❤ With Love, the Scaffa’s

Denise Quinn

October 17, 2022

Sending hugs to the Catala family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, The Quinn’s

Regina and Joe Carasone

October 17, 2022

Our deepest condolences to the entire Catala clan. Joe was such a wonderful man. The love that he had for his family shone ever so brightly. May God grant eternal rest to him and may the perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.

Al Zappala

October 17, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I have found memories of him. He is a great guy.

Cheryl and Ernie Chet &Ernie

October 17, 2022

Our deepest condolences to the Catala family RIP

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