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Anthony J. "Tony" Orsini Sr.

Anthony J. "Tony" Orsini Sr. obituary, East Haven, CT

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Anthony Orsini Obituary

Anthony "Tony" J. Orsini, Sr., 92, of West Haven passed away October 13, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved father of Anthony J. Orsini, Jr. and fiancée Brenda Pisanelli of West Haven. Cherished grandfather of Cara Orsini and her husband Ye Tian. Brother of Mary Colonese and Victoria Cordone both of West Haven and the late Salvatore and Joseph Orsini. He also leaves his former wife Evelyn DeCarlo of West Haven and several nieces and nephews. Tony was born in New Haven on September 27, 1933, a son of the late Joseph A. and Angelina Maresca Orsini. Prior to his retirement, Tony worked for Pratt & Whitney for many years. He loved boating, fishing and crabbing and loved walking on the West Haven Board Walk with his many friends. Tony was an avid trap shooter and was a member of the Seymour Fish & Game and the Ansonia Rod and Gun Club. He was an Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. A Parlor Service will be held in the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 830 Jones Hill Rd., West Haven Friday at 12:00 PM. Interment with military honors will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery, West Haven. Friends may call FRIDAY MORNING from 10:00 until time of Service. Memorial contributions may be made to Constellation Health Services, 240 Indian River Rd., Orange, CT 06477.

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Published by WFSB on Oct. 14, 2025.

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Johnny and Judy Cordone

October 16, 2025

Anthony & family
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dad and Grandpa.
We have many fond memories of visiting with your dad at Nonni´s house.
Sincerely,
Johnny and Judy Cordone

Georgia & Pat Marchitto

October 15, 2025

Anthony & Family of Tony
Our deepest & most sincere condolences for your loss
May his memory be eternal

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830 Jones Hill Road, West Haven, CT 06516

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