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Joseph Giordano Obituary
He attended local schools in New London and earned a Bachelor of Science from Central Connecticut State University. He later served in the U.S. Army and earned a Master's and Sixth Year Certificate in Education and Administration from the University of Connecticut. He was united in marriage to the former Connie Bazzano on Aug. 12, 1961, in St. Peter's Catholic Church in Torrington.
Mr. Giordano was a Special Education Teacher at Waterford High School where he also was a successful Football Coach. He retired as Assistant Principal at the Haddam-Killingworth High School in Higganum. Upon retirement, Mr. Giordano was employed by Mohegan Sun Casino as a Gaming Inspector. Mr. Giordano was inducted to the New London High School Football Hall of Fame. He was a communicant of St. Joseph Parish in New London.
In addition to his beloved wife Connie of 63 years, he is survived by his brother, James and his wife Patricia Giordano of Waterford; his four nieces, Anne Giordano, Jamie Giordano, Jill Bazzano and Karyn Garside; and two nephews, Paul Bazzano and Kirk Kripas. He was predeceased by two nieces, Lisa and Dina Giordano, and a sister, Angela Kripas.
His family will receive relatives and friends from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 20, at the Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home, 84 Montauk Ave., New London. Family and friends may gather for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 21, in St. Joseph Church, 149 Montauk Ave., New London. Interment to follow in St. Mary Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to The Waterford Public Library, 49 Rope Ferry Rd. Waterford, CT 06385 or American Cancer Society, 538 Preston Ave., PO Box 1004, Meriden, CT 06450.
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Joyce Daubar
January 11, 2025
Hi, Connie.
I am sad and sorry that you have lost your dear husband. Sending you thoughts of sympathy and much affection.
Janice Christensen and Family, East Lyme
December 29, 2024
Joe was a very good man, from a very good family. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Antonio Giordano
December 21, 2024
Addolorati per la grave perdita, siamo vicini ai Familiari. Partecipiamo al dolore sicuri della serenità Giuseppe che rimarrà per sempre nei nostri cuoi. Sentite condoglianze Antonio, Angrela e Giuseppe Giordano. Via Santa Barbara n. 2/B - 35030 Selvazzano Dentro (ITALY)
Antonio GIORDANO, Tusa (Sicily - Italy)
December 21, 2024
Addolorati per la grave perdita, siamo vicini ai Familiari. Partecipiamo al dolore sicuri della serenità Giuseppe che rimarrà per sempre nei nostri cuoi. Sentite condoglianze Antonio, Angrela e Giuseppe Giordano. Via Santa Barbara n. 2/B - 35030 Selvazzano Dentro (ITALY)
philip r devlin
December 20, 2024
Connie, We enjoyed knowing and working with Joe. He was a good man and a reliable, trusted colleague. Our condolences for your loss.
Phil and Betty Devlin
Constantinos and Alice Poulios
December 19, 2024
Dear Connie, We were so sorry to read of Joe's passing. May his memory be eternal. May all the beautiful memories you both shared be a great comfort to you. Our heartfelt sympathy.
Carmen Greco
December 18, 2024
"Gio" knew almost everyone in East Hall and what brand they smoked.He had a great sense of humor and was a good friend. So sorry he is gone. Our best to you Connie. Carmen
Ginger Sanborn
December 18, 2024
Dear Connie,
I am so very sorry to read about Joe´s passing. I will keep you my prayers to help you through this difficult time.
Ginger Sanborn
Karen Ruddy Foley
December 18, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Giordano and her family.
Kathie Lewis Cassidy
December 18, 2024
Mrs. Giordano,
So sorry to read about Mr. Giordano. You were both great neighbors. Remember the good times you shared.
Mike Graner
December 18, 2024
Dear Connie:
I was so sorry to read about Joe´s passing. I always enjoy chatting with him at many of our get-togethers in Waterford. Whenever a good person of great character passes away, I am reminded of Thornton Wilder statement that the highest tribute we can pay to him is not grief but gratitude for a life well lived. Joe will remain in my prayers. Sincerely, Mike
John Gerwatosky
December 18, 2024
Connie, I just read of Joe's passing, I am very sorry for your loss.
John Gerwatosky
Rich Carmelich
December 17, 2024
Connie, Elaine and I were so sorry to hear of Joe´s passing. He was a wonderful colleague and a genuinely good man. You are in our thoughts.
Rich Carmelich
Dave Fairman
December 17, 2024
Rest in Peace Joe
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