North Haven Fire Commissioner Salvatore “Sam” Muzio, 84, of North Haven passed away peacefully on Monday, August 25, 2014 at the Masonicare Health Center, Wallingford. He was the beloved husband of 55 years to Barbara Harrison Muzio. Sam was born in North Haven on August 21, 1930; son of the late Gaetano and Concetta Triolo Muzio. He was a 1949 graduate of Lyman Hall High School, Wallingford. Sam co-owned and operated Muzio's Farm Market along with his brothers Joe and Gerry. Upon retiring from the family business he worked for the Chas. Hart Seed Co. and most recently worked at the North Haven Recycling Center. Sam was a 53 year member of the West Ridge Volunteer Fire Association and Company; was an active member of the CT Fire Police Association; enjoyed gardening, cats, the New York Yankees, the UCONN Women's and Men's Basketball teams and the New England Patriots, but most of all he enjoyed his grandchildren whom he loved unconditionally. Father of Susan King (Thomas), Patricia Taylor (Neal), Elizabeth Muzio Miller (Kevin Myjak) and Angela Speliopoulos (Phillip). Brother of Thomas Muzio, Victor Muzio (Nancy) and the late Frank, Gerald and Joseph Muzio. Brother-in-law of Carmela “Millie” Muzio. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Friday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church at 10:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Thursday from 4 to 8 pm. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the West Ridge Volunteer Fire Dept., 11 Broadway, North Haven, CT 06473 or the Sisters Project, P.O. Box 1643, Wallingford, CT 06492.
I am very sorry for you loss. Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Muzio family. Sam was a wonderful person and knowing him for more than fifty years has been our good fortune.
Sam: A friend and mentor. A voice of reason. Hard working and dedicated to the Fire department, the Town of North Haven and it's citizens. Your mark is well made Sam and it will last forever.
Barbara and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I always enjoyed talking with Sam when in came in Dietter s when he was with Hart' s. God bless. Ron
God Bless Sam and all the Muzio brothers whom I had the pleasure and privilege of working with for many years at Muzio's Farm Market during the 1970's! I learned many important life lessons from each of the brothers but especially from Sam, who instilled such a high level of work ethic and savvy business sense that I continue to carry on their traditions of hard work and doing your best, in all I do everyday! Thank you for sharing your gifts Sam…
Susan Keefe Kelly
I met Sam many years ago when he was associated with the Hart Seed Company of Wethersfield, Ct.
It was always a pleasure to see him and he always took time to talk and visit with me. He was always a proper gentleman. And very attentive to me and my staff.
My condolences to his family.
Marvin Cohen (Cheshire Nursery)
Tom, I am so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. Know that my prayers are with you my friend.
Tom,my condolonces on the loss of your brother.I did not know him, but if he was anything like you,he must of been a great guy.
My condolences to the Muzio Family at this difficult time. I can remember riding my bike to Muzio's Farm Market all the time as a kid and remember Sam as a kind man and always hard at work. Good memories. RIP Sam
Patty and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss and so very sorry that I cannot be at the wake tonight. My sisters and I have such fond memories of your dad and spending time at the store. I also remember sleepovers at your house and Sam taking us for doughnuts or to the firehouse. Love and Prayers to you all.I miss our times together,we should get in touch soon!
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Muzio. My prayers and thoughts are with his family.
So very sorry for your loss, please know that my prayers
are with you in this sorrowful time.
Betty Diglio
My condolences to you all. Sam seemed to be one of the gentleman from the past. I'm sure he will be missed by many.