Obituary of Massimo Lantieri

Massimo Lantieri, 49, of Glastonbury, CT passed away unexpectedly at Hartford Hospital on February 7, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Maria Pina (Scionti) Lantieri and devoted loving father to his two greatest treasures, Vittoria and Luke.

Born on July 23, 1976, in Hartford, CT, Massimo was the son of Sebastiano and Theresa (Tiralongo) Lantieri. He grew up in Hartford and Wethersfield where his lifelong passion for Taekwondo began at the age of five. A third-degree black belt, he became a five-time consecutive State Champion by age 15 and placed first in the lightweight division at the Junior Olympics. Taekwondo profoundly shaped his character and commitment.

Massimo graduated from Wethersfield High School and earned his bachelor's degree from Central Connecticut State University. He worked as a Financial Advisor at Johnson Brunetti.

He lived for his children. There was nothing he loved more than standing on the sidelines cheering them on at their soccer games, proudly watching their determination and spirit. He treasured family vacations, long conversations about life, and the everyday moments that many take for granted. Luke was not only his son, but his best friend. Vittoria was the apple of his eye, and he adored her beyond measure.

Massimo shared an extraordinary love with his wife, Maria Pina. Their bond was deep, joyful, and unwavering. He made her laugh like no one else could, and their love story was one of partnership, friendship, and devotion. Together they built a life centered on family, laughter, and unconditional love.

Massimo will be remembered for his kindness, his strength, his sense of humor, and his fierce love for his family. He would do anything for those he loved and always strived to lead with generosity and heart.

His absence leaves an immeasurable void, but his legacy lives on in the beautiful children he raised, the love he shared, and the countless lives he touched. He will be forever loved, forever missed, and forever in our hearts.

In addition to his wife, children, and parents, Massimo is survived by his in-laws, Giuseppe and Pina Scionti; his brothers-in-law Antonio Scionti and his wife Carla and their daughters Marcella and Giulia; and Joseph Scionti. He was predeceased by his brother, David Lantieri.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at SS. Isidore and Maria Parish in St. Paul Church, 2577 Main Street, Glastonbury. Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Hartford. Calling hours will be Monday, February 16, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Mulryan Funeral Home, 725 Hebron Avenue, Glastonbury. For online condolences, please visit www.mulryanfh.com

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Obituary published on Legacy.com by WFSB on Feb. 13, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Massimo Lantieri

10 Entries

Doris and Linda

February 19, 2026

So sad and shocked to learn of Massimo passing. He and his family were our neighbors for a short time and they were friendly, fun and a joy to see family grow. We still think of them when we see their house. Heart´s out to Maria and their kids, what a terrible loss, he was so young and so full of life when we knew him.

Franco & Angela Buonannata

February 16, 2026

Sending our heartfelt condolences to Maria Pina and children, and to the Lantieri and Scionti families. We are saddened to learn of Massimo´s passing. He truly was a kind and gentle soul and we will never forget him. May his memory be a blessing to you all.

Natalie & Salvatore Sutera

February 15, 2026

Our sincere condolences to the Lantieri and Scionti families. We are deeply saddened to hear of Massimo's sudden passing. He was taken way too soon. Massimo was a loving husband, father, son and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Cherish all the beautiful memories forever in your hearts. He will be watching over his precious family from heaven and he will always be with you.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time of sorrow. May Massimo Rest in eternal Peace. With our love and sympathies, Natalie & Salvatore Sutera

William and Marilyn Okorie

February 15, 2026

I remember meeting Massimo while he was taking a walk. He extended such a warm welcome to the neighborhood handshake with a smile since we recently moved to the neighborhood. I did not get the time to get to know so much about him, but I could tell that he was such a friendly, warm hearted person. I am sad to hear about his demise and my family and will be keeping his family in our prayers for strength through this unexpected life event.

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Nancy

February 14, 2026

I had the pleasure of working with Massimo for several years. He was first and foremost a gentleman. He was kind and considerate and a truly good person. My sympathies to his family for their loss.

Laura Swett

February 13, 2026

His memory will always be a blessing! I had the pleasure of working with him at Moore Medical and he always went out of his way to help everyone. A class act - a true gentleman! He always smiled big when speaking proudly of his family.
My sincere condolences to all.

Luke Curry

February 13, 2026

I met Massimo in the Fall of 1996 at Keene State College, where we were 19 years old and in the same pledge class in the fraternity.

When you pledge a fraternity with someone, you realize their strengths and limitations right away. I realized right away that Massimo was the toughest and loyal person you would meet.

Throughout pledging the fraternity and after Massimo and I grew greater friends.

When Sebastiano and Theresa would come up to visit him, they were so welcoming and I was honored of how Massimo let me into his family circle for those visits. Even one time I came down to his house in Wethersfield and once again you were so welcoming to me, and that was the first time I realized that true Italian families have an upstairs Kitchen in the downstairs kitchen.

I wished over the years that Massimo and I stayed in touch, sometimes my wife asked me about friends from college and I say I haven't spoken to them in a long time, but that we have one of the strongest bonds you can have built on loyalty and respect.

To Maria, Luke and Vittoria, I wanted to say that Massimo was the best, and that it was an honor to know him.

Sending Love and Prayers

Luke, Michelle and Allen Curry

Bruno

February 13, 2026

Riheavenly Peace Meet you on the Other Side, Prayers for His Family.

Maria (Scata) Santini

February 13, 2026

My deepest sympathy to the family. Massimo was a great guy and my memories of him always hold ones of laughter. He was a funny guy! I was so deeply saddened by the news of his passing. Prayers to the family

Sebastian Scalora

February 13, 2026

Massimo was by far one of the kindest, sweetest, most loving people I knew. There was never a moment in the 45 or so years that I knew him in which he wasn´t a joy to be around. Massimo added value to my life. He was always happy to see you, greeted you with a smile, laughed with you, treated you with respect behind your back, and will be deeply missed. I am grateful to have been a part of his life. Like all the people that I talk to say; "Massimo was a good dude".

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