Louis Joseph Pierandi, 85, of North Haven passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at Yale New Haven; St. Raphael’s campus with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 61 years to Marie Parise Pierandi. Louis was born in New Haven on March 11, 1930; son of the late Natalia and Joseph Pierandi; graduate of the former St. Mary’s High School in 1948; served his country faithfully in the US Army during the Korean war; was co-owner and operator with his father of the former Joseph Pierandi & Sons Trucking Co; had worked as a meat-cutter for the Grand Union Company for 35 years and retired from Big Y seven years ago. Lou was a pioneer in the field of bone marrow transplant having donating his bone marrow in 1959 to his late daughter. In their 61 years together, Lou and Marie enjoyed many travels together to Europe and island cruises and enjoyed the casino, and found great joy in their growing family. Beloved father of Laureen Pierandi and Terry McCarthy, Deborah and Salvatore Ruseitti, Joseph Pierandi, Joanne and Paul Johansen and the late Valerie Ann Pierandi. Beloved grandfather of Maria (Nick) Ludwig, Gabriella (Adam) Leonetti, Aine, Chris (Tina) Johansen, Torren, Nicoletta (Mark) Murphree, Erik, Kiera, Serena, Shalyn and Gianna. Great-Grandfather of Colin, Madison and Isabella. A special thanks to the team at the McGivney Center and the staff of the ICU of Yale-New Haven; St. Raphael’s campus for their care.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Saturday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Frances Cabrini Church at 10:00 am. Interment with full military honors will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Friday from 4 to 7 pm. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929
Big Lou, Husband,Father,grandfather, Great Grandfather what a legacy he has left behind. We love you with all our heart, we will dry our tears and the committee will always work together as a team. You have taught us all many things, we talked about what each of us has learned from you. We came up with, what we like to call Louie-isums
"This and that and that and this" " Nickel and Dime it someday you will have a savings" "Shit, Shower and Shave" Keep your money in your front pocket" "If you can read you can get anywhere" "Know your surroundings" I love you and will miss you will all my heart, but know you are in a better place and will always be by my side love you Joanne "Joeanne"
Our deepest condolences to your entire family! Lou was a great man with a great family! His legacy lives in all of you! Darlene, Peter, Gregory, Julia and Allison xoxoxo
Rest in Peace Lou <3
My heart breaks for your entire family – there is nothing in the world like a great Dad and husband. My he rest in peace
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
My condolences to you and your family.May he rest in eternal peace,and let your family come together in your time of need. My love and prayers coming to you from N.C.
Dear Laureen,
We are very sorry to hear the news about your dad's passing, and send you our deepest condolences to you and your entire family. Keep those sweet memories of your dad's love in your heart! We pray that God will give your the strength you need in this difficult time.
With love,
The Bergman Family
To Debbie and the entire Pierandi family I offer my condolences on the passing of Mr. Pierandi. May he rest in peace. Childhood friend of Debbie. God bless.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.
So so sorry to hear about your dad, I really loved your dad, I liked being in his company he always made me laugh. So sorry
Dear Laureen, Terry, Aine, Torren and Keira,
Sending our love and heartfelt sympathy to all of your family.
Mary and Rich
Joanne – I am deeply sorry for the loss of your father. My sincerest condolances to you and your extended family xoxo
Melissa & Jeff Abelli
my condolences to the Pierandi family
Joanne, so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Laureen, Terry, Aine, Torren and Keira, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. It sounds like he was a character and loved by many – what a great legacy! Let your memories keep him in your hearts forever. Lynn and Buz Hancock
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
We go through life so often
Not stopping to enjoy the day,
And we take each one for granted
As we travel on our way.
We never stop to measure
Anything we just might miss,
But if the wind should blow by softly
You'll feel an angel's kiss.
A kiss that is sent from Heaven
A kiss from up above,
A kiss that is very special
From someone that you love.
For in your pain and sorrow
An angel's kiss will help you through,
This kiss is very private
For it is meant for only you.
So when your hearts are heavy
And filled with tears and pain,
And no one can console you
Remember once again…..
About the ones you grieve for
Because you sadly miss
And the gentle breeze you took for granted
Was just……… "an angel's kiss."
Dear Laureen, Terry, Aine, Torren and Kiera,
My heart goes out to you and your entire family at this sad and very difficult time. Please know that I am keeping you close in thought and prayer.
With love and sincerest sympathy,
Shiala
Joanne, I want to tell you how sorry I am to learn of your father's death. I have been praying for him and you since I saw your posting on Facebook. I pray God grants you strength and comfort during this very difficult time. God bless you all, Jane
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
To Joanne, Paul & all the Pierandi Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Wish we could be there with you. He is at peace now, and we have to believe we will all see our loved ones again someday. It is going to be hard and you will feel sad and miss him, but just think of all the good times you all shared.
RIP Mr. Pierandi