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Philip Levatino Obituary

Philip Levatino 72 of East Haven passed away unexpectedly at home on April 19, 2025. He was born July 7, 1952 in New Haven to Philip Sr. and Annamarie (Riccitelli) Levatino. Philip is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Maureen (Mulvey) Levatino and two devoted daughters; Susan Levatino (Frank Ruggiero) of East Haven and Cheryl Levatino of East Haven. He is also survived by his two brothers, Frank Levatino of West Haven and Steven Levatino (Kelly) of East Haven and numerous nieces/nephews. Phil is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ross Levatino, in-laws, Joseph and Betty Mulvey and his pet dog and companion "Mugsy." Phil was a dedicated and loving husband, father and friend. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. If he was not spending time with his family, he could be found visiting "The Deli" in the early mornings or betting on horses at the Sports Haven. Phil enjoyed maintaining his pristine yard, crabbing, golfing and watching the NY Yankees, Chicago Bears and the Michigan Wolverines. Prior to retirement, Phil worked with the Amtrak Railroad, Hershey Creamery and lastly at Seaboard Oil. Family and friends are invited to meet and attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 AM on Friday April 25, 2025 in St. Pio of Pietrelcina Parish at the Church of St. Vincent de Paul, 80 Taylor Ave., East Haven. (Please go directly to the church on Friday). Burial will be private. All Services are under the care of the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home (Clancy Funeral Home), 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis TN 38105-9959 in memory of Philip Levatino. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Philip, please visit our floral store.

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Published by WFSB on Apr. 20, 2025.

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Carmel Cimmino

May 21, 2025

Maureen, Susan, and Cheryl I´m so sorry for your loss I remember when I would drop Jaime at your house to hang out with Sue Phil was so nice my deepest sympathy

Paul O'Connor

May 17, 2025

I hadn´t seen Phil in 50 years or more but always hoped I could get an apizza with him, as we did many a Saturday back in the sixties. Our crowd spent many summer days playing baseball at Momauguin school, then down to the Town Beach, then setback games about 4 after getting an RC at Al Landino's store. The wiffle ball games started at 6:30. God, I wish I had had that apizza with him last summer when home.

Lisa C Adamowicz

April 29, 2025

Sue and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know my love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Lisa (Grillo)

Linda Wynne

April 25, 2025

To Maureen and family...my heart goes out to all of you. Phil was such a good guy....always a smile for everyone...Had hoped to see both of you at the reunion this year. May you find peace in all your wonderful memories.

Rich DeAngelo

April 24, 2025

So long Phil we had some great times on the football field in the old days.
see ya soon.
Rich D

Joann Cornish

April 24, 2025

I was so very sorry to hear about phil's passing. I worked with him at Seaboard Oil all the years he was with the company. He always had a smile on his face and made me laugh!!! He was great co-worker. I just saw him at the funeral of William Bussmann and he looked fantastic. I am so sorry I won't be able to make his mass. My heart goes out to his wife and family. And my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. God Bless, Joann (D'Ambruoso) Cornish

Mike and Theresa Liso

April 24, 2025

Our Heartfelt condolences to Maureen and the family. He was such a fun guy to be around.

Ron Whitney

April 23, 2025

Phil is one of the nicest dudes you can ever meet. Had a great outlook and great sense of humor. He was a good guy who will be sorely missed. RIP Phil

Leo Whelan

April 23, 2025

I have never seen Phil without a smile on his face. Always looked forward to running into him on the golf course and hopefully there would be a place open in his group and I could tie on with them. I would have a bellyache from all the laughing. Rest in peace. Until we meet again in paradise

Joe Giaimo

April 22, 2025

My deepest condolences to Phil´s wife and family. Phil was my neighbor and my friend. He was always in a good mood and was very comical. I often had coffee with Phil and "the guys" in the morning at the Deli. It was always fun to be in his company as he loved lively banter and was never at a loss for words. He was a kind and thoughtful person who loved his family and his sports. I will miss you my friend.
Joe Giaimo

Kristy Porter

April 22, 2025

Phil will be sorely missed at The Deli in the mornings. My dad truly enjoyed Phil´s company and talking about the Yankees. I will miss seeing him wave, during his walks with his wife, past my house everyday. Our deepest condolences to Phil´s family.
With sympathy, Mario Turcio, Kristy Turcio Porter and Carter Porter.

Robert Esposito

April 21, 2025

My sincere condolences to the family and many friends of Phil, he was a good man, always a welcome smile.
Robert Esposito ( cousin) through Marianna (Ricitelli ) Raffone

Kevin Felten

April 21, 2025

You were a hell of guy and I will miss you my friend. My heart is broken

Bob Torre

April 21, 2025

Going to miss you Phil.....Had a lot of laughs playing golf with you. Real good guy.....God Rest My Friend.....Bob Torre

Catherine Constantinople Rosenbloom

April 21, 2025

Maureen and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Phil´s passing. I will always have our memories of hanging out at Memorial Field. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Mike Richitelli

April 21, 2025

My sincere condolences to the Levatino family on your loss
Phil was a great person
Phil was my Cousin and as year's go bye you lose touch but memories will never fade away

George and Paula

April 21, 2025

George and I are mourning the loss of our long time friend and sparing partner. Life won't be the same without you. We love you always have and always will. George and Paula McCarroll

Steven

April 20, 2025

Carol Culmo

April 20, 2025

Phil was one of the nicest people I knew, and could always make me laugh. Our parents were friends and I grew up spending lots of time with him and his brothers. When our children were younger my son and daughter were friends with Susan and Cheryl. My deepest sympathies to Maureen, Susan and Cheryl.

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Mass of Christian Burial

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St. Pio of Pietrelcina Parish at the Church of St. Vincent de Paul

80 Taylor Ave., East Haven, CT

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