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Joseph Rinaldi Obituary
Mr. Rinaldi was born on July 28, 1939, in New York City, the son of Frank and Eleanor Rinaldi.
He was a longtime hairdressing teacher at Ella T. Grasso Technical School in Groton, retiring in 2005.
Mr. Rinaldi is survived by his loving wife, Florence (Turgeon) Rinaldi; his mother, Eleanor (Rinaldi) Cuifalo of Wolcott; his daughter, Kerin and son-in-law, Michael Arsenault of Wolcott, daughter, Gina Rinaldi of Minnesota; his brother, Joseph Cuifalo of Wolcott; his grandchildren, Daniel and Lauren Arsenault; step-children, Dennis and David Manchester and Donna Watson; five other grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his brother, James Rinaldi, and his step-father, Anthony Cuifalo.
A Memorial Wake will be held from 5 until 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, with a service immediately following at 7:30 p.m. in Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 13 Beckwith Lane, Old Lyme, CT 06371.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at New Life Christian Church, Montoe Rd., Waterbury, CT 06704.
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Lissette Cuesta
November 7, 2009
I still can't believe that Mr. Rinaldi has passed away. He was an inspiration to alot of people but especially to the class of 2003. He was tough but stern and had the biggest heart ever. He not only was the reason why I graduated but was the mentor I was needed. His passing has come to a to us all but we all believe he is in a better place. Mr. Rinaldi, you will forever be in our hearts and always thankful for your guidance. You will be missed...
Ivonne Rivas
November 5, 2009
Mr. Rinaldi was a great hairdresser instructor, I am so thankful to him because if it weren't for him I would not be doing hair right now. He was a very wise man and will always remember him for being a great person. I learned a lot from him. RIP, you are loved!!
Michelle Gonski
November 4, 2009
wow. this was a huge shock when i heard. i was just thinking about him not to long ago. he was the best hairdressing teacher. i may not have thaught so at the time but now that i look back i understand. i was lucky to have had him. i must say i will never forget how to do a perm :) but we always joked about camping in his back yard because we had a boy in our class he was gunna have to sleep in the house with mr. rinaldi and his wife was gunna have to sleep in the tent with the girls. we had sooo many other memories. he will truely be missed!!!
Love always Michelle Gonski
class of 2007!
Brandy Coffey
November 3, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Rinaldi,He was the best teacher ever! I will tell you the hairdressing class of 2005 will never forget our great memories made in his class. God bless you all, and my thoughts and prayers are with you all,
November 3, 2009
I'm sad to heard of the passing of Brother Joe.
I have good memories of my brother.
He is with the Lord now, and no more Doctor's, not more neddles. We will always remember,
our dear Brother Joe.
Our prayers are with you,
Ray and Sandy Sczesny
Karey Pope
November 3, 2009
I am sorry to hear about Mr. Rinaldi's passing he was a good teacher.
The Staff at DaVita
November 3, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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