Louis DeLucia, Jr., 79, of New Haven passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at the St. Raphael’s Campus of Yale-New Haven Hospital with his loving family by his side. Born in New Haven on June 26, 1934; son of the late Louis DeLucia, Sr. and Philomena Valentino DeLucia. After the passing of their father, Louis and his brother Salvatore took over as owners and operators of the Sunbeam Service Center for over 40 years. Louis was an avid sports enthusiast, and had a passion for NASCAR and traveling. He was a very caring and giving person, who enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Brother of Florence DellaRocco and Susan Elia, both of Hamden, Carmel Proscino and Lucille Marinuzzi both of North Haven, Salvatore DeLucia and Anna Scali both of New Haven, Theresa Wiel of Florida and the late Mary DeNuzzo, Nicholas and Angelo “Charlie” DeLucia. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Louis touched many lives and will be truly missed and never forgotten.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday morning at 11:00 in St. Barnabas Church and are also invited to attend the committal services immediately following in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made “In memory of Louis DeLucia, Jr.” to YNHH Cardiac ICU Support Fund, YNHH Office of Development, PO Box 1849, New Haven, CT 06508-1849.
Uncle Lou, Words cannot express How much you will be missed, You were truly a wonderful and caring human being always there for everyone FAMILY and FRIENDS. Loved by Everyone…Uncle Lou "Best Uncle" ever… RIP Love You Donna.
You will always be in our hearts Uncle Lou. We will miss you everyday and always. We will always remember the special memories we shared.
Love always,
Vinny and Tina Scali
Sorry to hear about your pasting our prays are with you
We were very sad to hear of the passing of Louie "aka" Jr. He will be fondly remembered for all the times he has came to our rescue each time we found ourselfs stranded with one of our vehicles. There are a few special ones we recall and will always remember with a smile…. He towed us once all the way home from Mass.. and the time he took our vechle out for a road test ride after repairing it, and found himself having to do more repairs to the car then he thought, after hitting a telephone pole. A good friend and a good person. He will be missed.
Rest in peace Lou you will be missed by more friends and family then you will ever know. (Peace)
Our deepest sympathy to the DeLucia family. Jr. will always be remembered good and missed.
My condolences to all my family.
We love you Uncle Lou. Woo Hoo. May you rest in peace.
Harry and Michele
The most generous man and the most infectious personality ever! Adored by all. You will be missed Uncle Lou! Rest easy.
We love you Uncle Louie. xoxoxo Margaret Mary, Tom, Stephanie and T.J.
Uncle Lou , You will be truly missed. We enjoyed coming down to the garage to visit you.. Bringing some good food, to you and Sal and Frankie. May you rest in peace. I can see you smiling sitting in the chair. Love you Sal & Jackie
Are thoughts and prayers go out to the DeLucia family for the brother Louie (Junior). He was a very special man, always willing to lend a helping hand. He did so many kind things for our family it would be impossible to count. He was also an integral part our family get together. He is going to be miss more the mere words can convey. We love you Junior and hope you are happy and free of pain.