Andrew J. Crema, 94, of Hamden, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2016 at the Arden House. Husband of the late Mary Porrovecchio Crema. He was born in Brooklyn, New York on July 6, 1922; son of the late Giacinto and Nancy Cirullo Crema. He served his country faithfully in the U.S. Army during World War II and later worked as a supervisor in Adidas Sportswear until his retirement. Father of Diane (Robert)Klobukowski and Karen (Mario)Esposito. Father-in-law of Ronald Calzaretta. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Brother of Catherine Caranante. Predeceased by his daughter Nan Calzaretta, sister Margaret Aviglano and Annie Cirullo, brothers Vincent (Biddy) and Al Crema.

Family and friends are invited to attend a graveside service with full military honors on Tuesday morning at 11:00 in the State Veterans Cemetery, Middletown. There will be no visiting hours. The North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue had been entrusted with the arrangements.