Vincent A. “Big Vin” Longobardi, 78, of Wallingford passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2014 at Yale-New Haven Hospital with his family by his side. Born in New Haven on June 13, 1935; he was the son of the late Ciro and Elisa Amore Longobardi. Vincent and his brothers were the former owners and operators of Candid Cleaners, North Haven and later along with his brother and sons operated a successful commercial real estate enterprise. He was a member of the Pine Grove Men’s Club, the Q-Club, enjoyed boating and was a communicant of St. Barnabas Church. Big Vin was a people person; whether you were family, friend or an employee, he would always treat you with an open heart and respect, no barriers. Big Vin was a confidant to many and always enjoyed helping someone in need; he was a true gentleman and will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. Father of Vincent J. (Ann Marie) Longobardi, Stephen C. (Cindy) Longobardi, Jon Longobardi and Gerald R. (Christine A.) Longobardi. Brother of Marie “Mickey” Afeltra, Neil (Ann) Longobardi, Ciro (Patricia) Longobardi and the late Marie Concetta Colavolpe. Grandfather of Stephen J. Richard V., Vincent, Regina, Gabrielle and Gianna Longobardi. Loving companion of Nia Raskovickus. Also survived by his former wife Joan Buccini Longobardi, and many nieces and nephews.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Thursday morning at 9:30. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church, at 10:00. Interment will follow in the All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 8 PM. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2080 Silas Deane Hwy, 2nd FL, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.
So sorry for your loss,Such a great person …
Dear Vin,Stephen,Jon, and Gerald and Families
Sorry for the loss of your Father . He was a great Person and will be missed by many people . Will be sending my Prayers to you and your families . God Bless ..
Vinny and Ann Marie, My sincere sympathy in your loss.
Jo Cavallaro
We are deeply saddened by the passing of BIG VIN. It was both a pleasure and an honor to know such a great, loving person. I loved to make him laugh out loud. May the Lord be with you. Love Glen & Deb.
Vincent, Stephen, Jon and Gerald and family. You are in my heart today. So sorry for your loss. Love Aunt Maryanne
To all my cousins and their spouses and children, and Nia. Uncle Vin will be greatly missed. He was always the "Big Guy" of the Longobardi Clan (except for "Little Vin, who is taller than him). Love to you all. We know how much this hurts but hope that the love of family and friends will bring you comfort in the coming days and weeks. Grandma and Grandpa are sad for us , but happy to see their boy, I am sure. There will be Pasta Sicialiano in Heaven tonight.
Vin… what a great guy, a true staple in the Community. Very sad to hear the news yesterday, our sincere condolences from our family to yours. (Brian & Dina Angelico)
I was so sad to hear of the passing of Big Vin. He was too young to leave us but he is in a better place. He will watch over us. May God bless the family and you are all in my prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Just heard of his passing last night. I have many fond memories of my "Candid Cleaner"days. May God bless you all and may Vinny rest in peace.
Mary Jane Johnson Koczak
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy. He had given me some good advice once. Such a gentleman and a friend to do many. He will be missed..
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family
Sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family. Ed & Family