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Andrew Montanaro Obituary
He was born Dec. 21, 1921, in Hartford, and was the son of the late Luigi and Carmela (Maiorano) Montanaro. Formerly of Wethersfield, Andy owned and operated Cherrystones Restaurant, formerly known as 100 Acres Restaurant, on Shore Road in Old Lyme, for 40 years, having served thousands of patrons and friends. He was a lieutenant in the U.S. Army Air Corps, serving during World War II as an instructional pilot.
Andy was a charter member of UNICO National, Hartford Chapter. He enjoyed golfing and was a former member of Wethersfield Country Club, Black Hall Golf Club in Old Lyme, and Boca Tica Golf Club in Boca Raton, Fla. He will be dearly missed by his family and many friends.
He is survived by and was blessed with a beautiful and gracious wife, Ginny, for 69 years and also leaves behind his children, Patricia DiFazio and husband, Charles, Drew Montanaro and wife, Janice, Susan McCullough and husband, Fred, Jeffrey Montanaro and wife, Cornelia, Jeri Steele, Michael Montanaro and wife, Jane; 19 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by brothers, Patrick Montanaro, Nicholas Montanaro, and Louis Montanaro Jr.; and his sister, Angeline Franco.
A Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Andy's life will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Christ the King Church, One McCurdy Road, Old Lyme. The burial will be private at the convenience of the family, and there will not be any calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Andy's memory may be made to the Middlesex Hospice Palliative Care, 28 Crescent St., Middletown, CT 06457.
Funeral arrangements are by the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, Wethersfield.
For online expressions of sympathy, please visit www.desopo.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Montanaro
The Greg Hancock Family
November 6, 2013
Our prayers go out to the entire Montanero family. Andy will truly be missed.
Jay Steitz
November 3, 2013
Andrew Montanaro SR. was a great man,a good friend,i have many fond memories for my times in Old Lyme,CT.My deepest sympathy to all the Montanaro family.
Dominique Fontaine
November 2, 2013
Although I never met Mr. Montanaro, I felt like I knew him through his son Jeff. Each time I saw Jeff, he shared a story about his dad. Jeff was a devoted son to a man he so deeply loved and honored. Mr. Andrew Montanaro Sr. was truly blessed to have inspired such respect and devotion in his children.
October 20, 2013
our deepest sympathy to all of you, We, as well as so many others in our town, have wonderful memeories of our times at Cherrystones. Andy will be missed. Greg and Marcia Wingard
Heather Miller (Harris)
October 19, 2013
Thinking of your family during this time. I have fond memories of Andy from the Cherrystones days. We are all better having known him! Wishing you all peace.
October 18, 2013
To Ginny and all the Montanaros, We were so sorry to here about Andy. We have such wonderful memories of our many years at Cherrystones. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless all of you. Love, Vivian Brackett and family.
October 18, 2013
Ginny, Patty, Drew, Susan, Jeri, Jeff and Michael, I am so sorry to hear that Andy passed. He was such a great guy, the best family man I've ever known. He loved his family so much and was a great friend to so many. I'm so happy I got to see him for his 90th party. I feel fortunate to have had for my friend and mentor for so many years. He will always be in my heart. Linda
October 18, 2013
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Andy was was always there with a warm smile and friendly handshake. He will be missed.
The Semel Family
October 18, 2013
Aunt Ginger and family,
I will miss Uncle Andy and will always remember his passion for life, infectious laughter and kindness. Wishing you all a peaceful heart, beautiful memories, and many Blessings.
Mary Lynne Riley (Sansevero)
October 18, 2013
Montano Family,
You are in our prayers. Andy was a great person and will be miss by all.
Jim and Cyndie Caramante
and all the staff at the Hideaway Resturant
October 18, 2013
To all my cousins....
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Love,
David & Paola Houlihan & Family
Kay andnAge Santaniello
October 17, 2013
Dear Ginny and family we were so sad to read about Andy our love and prayers are with you.We wil always remember the good times we shared with you.
Jody Smith
October 17, 2013
Ginny and the rest of the Montanaro's, Andy was the kindest man I ever met. My first job being at Cherrystones when I was 16 I have had the pleasure of knowing him half my life. The entire family have been such an important part of my life. Having babysat for some of the grandkids and being friends with many others he has always had a smile on his face. He will be missed and my deepest sympathies.
October 17, 2013
I too would like to add my & husband's sympathy & condolences to the Montanaro family. We,family and friends have been going to Cherry stones for years- the Happy Hours, dinners in the bar area & dining room, Halloween Parties & New Year's Eve parties. Always a personal greeting from Andy, Drew or Jeff. It was especially dear to see Andy and on a few special occassions, Andy & Ginny. They always looked so happy together,a lovely couple. Andy is very missed. I think of you often on my trips about town, whenever I pass Cherrystones- a belated thank you for so many wonderful times. Life always seemed to hold great enjoyment for him. Sincerely, Connie & Donald Tapper
Diane Farrar
October 17, 2013
Dearest Ginny, Drew, Patty, Jeff, Susan, Jeri and Michael and to all the rest of the family, I am sending to you my sincere sympathy. I was so taken back to hear of Andy passing. What a fantastic man he was! I have so many great memories of him. He was always so kind. Always had a nice thing to say about me and all those around him. He just always made you feel so good. He welcomed me into his home when I was just a little girl and friends with Jeri and later gave me a job at the 100 Acres and then again later at Cherrystones. He was a great boss and friend. May you find peace and comfort knowing that one day we will all reunite with him again as he is to reunite today with his loss family and friends that soared ahead of him. God Bless you Andy, may you rest in peace.
Al & Edna Almario
October 17, 2013
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
October 16, 2013
Anyone who ever worked for Andy would tell you he was the best boss you could ever ask for. I should know...worked for him most of my adult life. He understood the value of hard work and also the value of every person he met. Friend, customer, employee...it didn't matter, he treated all with respect. And in return he was respected by everyone he met.
I believe he never judged a single person, just shrugged his shoulders and smiled that twinking smile.
There are no words to express my sympathy to the Montanaro family.
What a wonderful, one of a kind man.
Maryann
Barbara Place Reilly
October 16, 2013
Mike,
I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know that I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.
Maggie Bancroft
October 16, 2013
Dear Ginny and Family,I am shocked. In my mind Andy would live forever. He was the best boss I have ever had. Compassionate and caring and so much more. I truly loved the man. My sincere condolences to the entire Montanaro family. Ginny, I just can't say enough of how much I loved both of you. Love, Maggie
October 16, 2013
So sorry to read of Mr. Montanaro's passing. My mother loved spending time every summer at the 100 Acres and then Cherrystones Restaurant! I, too, have great memories of many summers. The shoreline will never be the same.
Please accept my sincere condolences on his passing.
Sincerely,
Harriet (Pappaceno) Roman
Newington, CT.
Brad Sprankle
October 16, 2013
So sorry to hear of Andy's passing. He had an impact on so many people. I will always remember my fun filled shifts at the Stones' with Andy running the show.
Debbie Goldberg
October 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.Some of the best memories are hanging out at Cherrystones with the my Dad and the guys...
October 16, 2013
Aunt Ginger and Family.... We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Uncle Andy was a wonderful man, and he will be missed.
-Bob & Lisa Roland
Pete and Luanne Matarangas
October 16, 2013
Mrs. Montanaro and the Montanaro family
We are deeply saddened and send all of you our most sincere and hearfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. We will always remember Mr. Montanaro being the kind and loving gentelman he was and both he and Mrs. Montanaro always made us feel welcomed in their home. He was truly a special man and your family will share many wonderful memories spent together throughout the years. God bless him as he soars to heaven for eternal peace. We send our love to you all..
Schultze
October 16, 2013
Andy was the most wonderful boss in the whole world. I loved working for him. God Bless you Andy and your family.
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