Michael Joseph Lombardi, 59, of North Haven, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at his home. Born in New Haven on August 31, 1952; son of Helen Burns Lombardi of North Haven and the late Michael Lombardi. Michael was a 1972 graduate of Culinary Institute of America. He worked at Yale University for 35 years, first as a chef and later in facilities at the Payne Whitney Gym. Michael was an avid sports enthusiast; a diehard New York Yankee fan. He also enjoyed golf and running. Michael was an avid traveler, enjoying many memorable vacations with his family. Brother of Michele B. Bissell and her husband Raymond of North Haven. Uncle of Jacey Helen Bissell. Michael was also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
A brief memorial tribute will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Thursday evening at 7:00. Family and friends may begin to call at 4:00. Family and friends are also invited to attend a mass of Christian burial in St. Barnabas Church, North Haven on Friday morning at 10:00 and to attend the committal services immediately following in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michael Lombardi Family Haitian Fund c/o TD Bank, 90 Washington Ave., North Haven, CT 06473.