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Leonard Verrastro Obituary
Verrastro, Jr.
On Thursday, October 8, 2020, Leonard "Lenny" Vincent Verrastro, Jr., loving son, brother, uncle, father, papa and husband passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 67.
Lenny was born on July 2, 1953 in Stamford to Leonard Sr. and Sara (Abbazzia) Verrastro. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Iona College and owned many Italian delis in the Stamford/Norwalk area. He was an avid NY Yankees and NY Giants fan. Lenny loved to cook and host all holiday dinners and made the most delicious food. He will truly be missed by all his family and friends especially his best buddy and grandson, Andrew.
Lenny was married for 37 years to Virginia Mallozzi of Stamford, they have two daughters, Jennifer Mocarski (Prez) and Jessica Verrastro (Fiancé Alex Santos). He is also survived by one grandson, Andrew Mocarski.
Other survivors include his mother and father-in-law, Angelo and Carmella Mallozzi; a sister-in-law, Angela Carella (Dave) and two nephews Angelo and David Jr. His sister-in-law Anna Verrastro and nieces Sara Dambrosio (Vinny), Maria Dalia (Dan) and Melissa Verrastro. Also surviving are four great-nephews, Domenico, Louis, Carmine Dambrosio and Bennett Dalia; two aunts and by many cousins.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Frank Timothy.
Family will receive relatives and friends on the morning of, Thursday, October 15th, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Bosak Funeral Home, 453 Shippan Avenue, in Stamford, CT. A Mass of Christian burial to follow at 11:30 a.m., at St. Leo's Parish, 24 Roxbury Road, in Stamford, CT. His burial will follow at St. John RC Cemetery, in Darien, CT.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or at https://www.stjude.org/ .
In compliance with state mandates and the safety of all those attending the services, it is mandatory to wear face coverings and maintain social distancing, while attending all funeral services.
If you would like to leave a condolence message online, please visit the family guestbook to share memories: www.bosakfuneralhome.com or www.facebook.com/bosakfuneralhome .
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Memories and Condolences
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John J Paradis
October 17, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
DONNA-MARIE SALVATORE
October 15, 2020
Cousin Len I am so Glad I got to see you, I will always hold all my memories of you and cousin Frankie ...In conneticut yes but when we moved to Florida and you both would come and I would keep you in the pool for hours and you begged me to let you out , then I'd push you in again...so much fun I will never forget it, how my mom used to laugh! there are many many more but those stand out..you were so good to me. I love you Cousin rest well... kiss Aunt Sara and the coolest Uncle Len for me......
Rocco Del Carmine
October 13, 2020
R.I.P. my dear friend. Will always remember our young days in school and playing baseball together. Fond memories that will last forever in my mind. Prayers and fond thoughts go out to all family members at this time.
Lauren Vodola
October 12, 2020
Virginia, Jenn and Jess - My heart goes out to you all. When I heard of Lenny's passing, I was in shock. It is far too soon that he is leaving us, but we have very fond memories to hold onto. He was the very kind, generous and patient. He will be sorely missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Love, Lauren
Fran Bianco
October 11, 2020
Dear Virginia, Jessica, Jennifer and family,
I was saddened to learn of Lenny’s passing. He was such a lovely man. He was so proud of his family and his Italian heritage. When he came into our office for appointments, we would often talk about the holiday dishes we were preparing. He loved making the holidays special! May he RIP.
‘Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves memories no one can steal’. Hold on to those beautiful memories.
My thoughts, prayers and love to you all,
Fran Bianco
Nino & Fran Vitti
October 11, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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