Salvatore R. Gozzo

Salvatore R. Gozzo, "Sully", son of the late James and Janet Gozzo, passed on March 14, 2025, reuniting with the love of his life and best friend, Elizabeth (Martocchia) Gozzo. Sully was born April 17, 1943, residing in Bloomfield. As a member of the Air Force, he proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. While stationed in Guam, he became known as the Savvy Chef to the guys with many stories to tell. Upon returning, he met and married his "Love" in January 1968, both devoted and inseparable for the next 53 years. He also helped run the family business, Gozzo's Paint & Wallpaper, before beginning his 33-year career at the MDC. Due to his strong belief in the Rights of Union Workers he also served as Union President of AFSCME Locals 184 and 3713. An avid New York Yankees fan, he enjoyed watching the games with "The Gang" as he called his grandchildren; his name sake Salvatore Garro, "Sully"; Antonio Garro, his "Buddy", and Gianna Garro, his "Johnny", all the lights of his life! He loved them with his whole heart, and they loved him even more. He also leaves Lea, his grand dog. Sully is survived by his son Dean Gozzo and wife Lauri of Rocky Hill; daughter Krista Garro and husband C.C. of Wethersfield; and siblings, James Gozzo, William Gozzo, Deborah Gozzo, Mary "Ollie" Callender and their families. We would like to thank all our amazing family, friends and the Hospice Care at Hartford Hospital for making us all as comfortable as possible. Dad, Rest in Peace, we will see you on the other side of the stars! We Love You! Friends and relatives are invited to call on the Gozzo family on Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Farley-Sullivan Funeral Home, 34 Beaver Road, Wethersfield. A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating Sully's life will be held on Friday, March 21, 2025, at 10:30 am in Saint Augustine Church, 10 Campfield Avenue, Hartford. Burial will follow in Mount Saint Benedict Cemetery, 1 Cottage Grove Road, Bloomfield. For more information, or to leave a condolence please visit FarleySullivan.com. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Salvatore, please visit our Tree Store.