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Anthony Persutti Obituary
Tony received his Master's in Education at Fairfield University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, Sergeant First Class and served during the Korean War. He was the favorite teacher of many and made a difference in the lives of his students in the Ansonia and East Haddam public school systems.
A Mass in memory of Tony will be held at St. Mark's church at a date to be announced in the coming Spring.
Arrangements are by the Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home, in Centerbrook.
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Deb Purdell
February 6, 2024
Tony was such an inspiration to everyone. He was a ray of hope and sunshine to everyone blessed to have known him. I was a paraprofessional for 21 years at NHRHS where he would sub often in my agricultural class.
His wisdom, positive outlook and faith was a gift to all. I loved how he would stand in the hall and greet every single student with a smile and a joke to start the day in such a positive way. He was a great listener, and always had such great wisdom to share. He is greatly missed, but will always be remembered. Tony was such a wonderful man!
" there are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone, the light remains"
Russell Barmer
February 6, 2023
He Taught my wife as a grade schooler in Ansonia CT
Bette Lomme
June 1, 2021
It is with a special smile that I remember Mr. Persutti. He was my high school teacher and later coworker when I taught in East Haddam. Such a sincere and thoughtful man. He had the ability to make each and every one of his students feel special... and that was long before staff meetings and workshops suggesting the need to do so. He was ahead of the “educational world” in being able to know when a student needed their day brightened! Very much a man of faith, may the eternal light now shine on him and may he now know the joy he brought so many others! Rest In Peace, Tony. Bette Shea Lomme
Russ Barmmer
March 16, 2021
Ties that bind. Start with Tony as a teacher at Ansonia CT High School with my late wife Marcia as a student. Fast forward to Tony serving on the Westbrook Board of Education, and I serving in the same capacity
a few years later. From the 1970s to the 2000s we always saw each other at local events and parties. And close with both Marcia and Tony
now singing beautifully together in their heavenly choir. May the Lord bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand.
Thomas Schreck
February 24, 2021
Tony was a beautiful person with a beautiful voice and heart. I am truly bleseds to have known him since 1978. My deepest sympathy to Pam, Mark and the rest of his family, May God bless and accompany you during this difficult time.
Tracy Deck
February 15, 2021
Pammy, Steve&Suzy , Anthony&Jamie, Mark&Robin, Rick, Kate,
and Meg
My heart goes out to all of you at this sad time. I have so many special memories of Tony. Every time I was around him he made me laugh. What a special man he was and what a life he lived. God Bless you all.
Alison C Guinness
February 15, 2021
So sorry to hear about Tony. He was such a kind soul. I looked forward to seeing him at Cappella concerts.
Virginia Dayharsh
February 13, 2021
I taught with Tony at Hale-Ray in the 1980s. He was a wonderful friend and colleague. My prayers and sympathy go out to his family.
Ray Hubbard
February 13, 2021
I had the honor of accompanying Tony at at several weddings and funerals. It was always a pleasure to hear his wonderful voice and to chat with him. I've always held Tony in my highest regard. Requiescat in pace.
Melissa Donofrio Turtoro
February 12, 2021
God Bless you, Mr Persuitti! You will be missed.
carla raimer
February 12, 2021
i loved mr persutti! the fact he was never actually my teacher yet radiated his love light my way speaks volumes carla raimer NHRHS ‘85
Linda Markesich
February 12, 2021
We were so blessed to have Tony as a teacher, mentor, co-worker and friend....he helped so many of us through the years and even sang at our weddings....wishing you comfort and peace in knowing he touched so many of us with his kind spirit and will always be remembered with much love. ❤
Christine Larsek Rowland Fusco
February 12, 2021
Mr P. Was one of my favorite teachers. I loved his humor and compassion- he will be miss but touched so many lives. He was partly my inspiration to achieve a BA in Psychology. Your watch is over soldier and friend ! Rest in Peace
John Nahas
February 12, 2021
I taught with Tony for 29 years at Nathan Hale - Ray for 29 years. I learned a lot from him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family
Deb Purdell
February 11, 2021
Tony was such a positive, influencing man, not only in my life, but to all his students he taught through his teaching years. He taught me many life lessons through our conversations as he subbed in our Vo-Ag class. He will always be remembered and greatly missed. Thinking of Tony will always bring a smile as he made everyone around him Laugh, smile and feel so special! Yet he was the special one.
My condolences to his family and friends.
You will be dearly missed Tony❤
Deb Purdell
Sharon Havranek
February 11, 2021
He was amazing at remembering his students. 17 years after I graduated he saw me and without missing a beat held out his hand and said, "How's California?" He was a kind soul. You can be assured that he touched many lives in a very positive way. What a wonderful legacy!
Patricia Tierney
February 11, 2021
Mr. P was one of the best teachers at Nathan Hale Ray High School, loved this man with all my heart an will never forget all he did for me personally RIP my friend
Chris Grosso
February 11, 2021
Thank you for being the most important teacher I’ve ever had. You never judged me for being “different” than the majority of other students. If anything, you helped me develop a sense of acceptance toward myself... something no other teacher ever did. I will always remember our paisan bond and the unwavering warmth and compassion you shared with me. Deep bows of respect and love. Thank you, Mr. Persutti. You helped make me a better human.
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