John B. Palmeri, 92, of Hamden, passed away on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at the Masonicare Health Center, Wallingford. He was the husband of fifty years to Sally Mazziotta Palmeri. Born in New York City on December 26, 1919; son of the late Joseph and Rose Castrillo Palmeri. John was a “top salesman†for the former Macy’s of New Haven; John was there when Macy’s first opened in New Haven and left at its closing. He was a member of the Ridge Road Senior Center and enjoyed playing poker at the Foxwoods Casino. Father of John A. (Sharon) Palmeri of North Haven and Camille (Chris) Sutton of Cary, NC. Grandfather of Michelle Palmeri-Granucci and her husband Tarn, Kathleen and Jennifer Palmeri, Alex and Christopher Sutton. Uncle of Loretta Hardman. Predeceased by his sisters Millie Ryan and Eleanor Ruocco. John was a true gentleman, courteous and kind to all; he will truly be missed.
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. Francis Church, New Haven at 10:00. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Thursday from 4 to 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.
Sally and Camille, I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of John. Always remember those special times that you all spent together. Again, my deepest condolesences to the entire family.
Steve
Sally and Camille,
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and father.
Steven Allen
My dear friend Sally and family, So saddened to hear of the passing of John. May God keep him close. Rest in Peace my dear friend. God bless you all and give you healing strength.
Dear Sally, Camille and Family,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of John. Having known Sally through the years beginning with Nationwide, I had the honor of knowing John as well. He was a gentleman in the truest sense of the word; a kind, compassionate man and I will remember him always with a warm smile at the many times I was blessed to have seen and spoken with him, especially at functions at his home. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. John will be a beautiful angel watching over you all from Heaven. God Bless. Love, Sue Rego
To have shared his life with such a loving family is one of his best legacies. My heartfelt sympathies to all. Sorry I could not make the services…my thoughts were with you. A donation will be made in John’s name to the Animal Haven.
Dear Sally and Camille: I remember the last call you took on Skiff Street was from John. So many memories! My heartfelt sympathies to all, fondly, Eileen
Dear Aunt Sally, Johnny, Camille and families,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle John’s passing. I will always remember Uncle John as a nice, respectable, gentle, man who would wear a suit all the times our families got together, except for that time in the mud at our picnic spot at Hammonasett Beach. Remember? What happy and funny memories, remember the wigs at our house, and the rolling-up the toothpaste tube funny conversation at your house? Remember the laughter?!! I bet my Dad is talking to Uncle John right now welcoming him into heaven starting with one of their big hugs. May God bless Uncle John’s soul and be with you now giving you the comfort and strength that you need now and through this week and the days ahead. With all my love xxxooo, Donna
Dear John, Sharon, Michelle, Kathleen, Jennifer, and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts, prays, love, and deepest condolesences go out to you and your families.
Love,
Dom and Irene Savo
Sally and Family, I cannot tell you how sorry I was to just learn of John’s passing, he certainly was a wonderful, loving man. I do not know how I ever missed this, you know I would have been there for you , if there is ANYTHING I can do please let me know, I will be making a contribution to The Animal Haven in his Memory, again my very Deepest Sympathy. With Love, and Friendship, Cheryl
Sally, Camille & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Thinking of you. May God watch over you during this difficult time. Frannie Perri
My deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family for your loss of John. May God Bless you all and remember that you are in his care. Rochelle
Dear Sally and Camille, we are really sorry to hear of the news of John’s passing. Our condolences to you and your families. Although I only met John twice, in 1980 and 1997, I certainly remember him as a warm and funny gentleman. With all our love Maria, Tony, Elena, Michael, Luisa, Paul, Tania, Charlotte, Giselle and Sienna Mazziotta xo
Camille,
So sorry for your loss. I remember your dad as such a gentleman.
Take care,
Dale
John and Sharon: I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. My prayers go out to your and your family.
Dear Sally, Camille and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Love, Vicki
Sally, Camille & family. We are so sorry to hear about the passing of John. Though I met him twice (In 1980 & 1997), he certainly left a positive mark on me. We celebrate his life and remember him as a true Gentleman. Yours Sincerly…Paul & Tania Mazziotta & Family (Maria (mum), Tony (brother), Elena, Michael, Luisa & our girls Charlotte, Giselle and Sienna) – Melbourne, Australia
DEAR SALLY AND FAMILY, WE ARE SO SADDENED TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF JOHN. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES.
GOD BLESS. LOVE, RICHARD AND GAIL.
Aunt Sally, John, and Camille, Uncle Johnny brought so much love and laughter to our family. He was truly the only father figure I knew growing up. Uncle Johnny was a type of man that all brothers, husbands and fathers should strive to be. He had the ability to touch so many lives with just a kind word and charming smile. I am so sorry for you loss. You will be in our prayers always.
Uncle….I love you and miss you! You will always be in my heart.
My dearest Aunt Sally & Family. As I said he was a wonderful Uncle. I will treasure the memories especially in Brooklyn. He will be missed very much. Our deepest sympathy from my family to yours. Love you, Donna Mazziotta Lenoci & Family