Richard J Ardolino

Richard J. Ardolino, 89, of Cheshire, formerly of North Haven, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, August 4 th , 2025, with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 62 years to Elizabeth "Betty" Proto Ardolino. Richard was born in New Haven on February 20 th , 1936, and was the son of the late Frank and Anna Cerrone Ardolino. Richard was a 1954 graduate of Notre Dame High School in West Haven and grew up in Fair Haven, working in his parents' grocery store. He later became a motor vehicle inspector for the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles, a position he held for 24 years until his retirement in 1997. Richard loved antique trading, sketching and numerous other forms of art. He also was an avid reader, enjoyed watching old movies, specifically western films, traveling, and trips to the casino, where he enjoyed betting on horses and playing blackjack. Richard was also a big fan of trivia and always carried with him questions to quiz his family and friends. Richard was also a devoted fan of the Boston Red Sox throughout his life. In addition to his wife, Richard is survived by his children, Elizabeth "Betsy" (John) Godin, Robert (Michele) Ardolino, and Susan (Carl Viens) Ardolino, his grandchildren, Christopher (Kayla Russo) Godin and Mitchell (Holly) Godin, and his great grandson, Theodore Godin. Richard was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Candido. Richard's family would like to thank all of his wonderful nurses and caregivers, especially Simon. Their kindness and compassion for both Richard and all of us was truly a blessing and greatly appreciated. The visiting hour will be Saturday, August 9 th from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Barnabas Church at 10:30. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven, CT 06473, or to the Wounded Warrior Project, 330 7 th Avenue, Suite 1802, New York, NY 10001