Joseph Charles Canna, 82, of Northford passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at the Smilow Cancer Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 52 years to Lillian D’Elia Canna. Joseph was born in New Haven on October 5, 1931; son of the late Gennaro and Elizabeth Carbone Cannavaciolo; served his country faithfully in the US Army during the Korean war and was decorated for fighting in three major battles; obtained an Associate’s degree in 1956 from Quinnipiac College and a Bachelor of Science degree in 1958 from UCONN. Joseph had worked at B.F. Goodrich Aerospace as the Purchasing Manager for 30 years retiring in 1997. He was a member of the VFW and a parishioner and usher at St. Monica Roman Catholic Church. He was an avid golfer and a dedicated UCONN basketball fan. Loving father of Joseph E. Canna of Middletown, Stephen Canna (Tea) of Orange, Elizabeth Fabrizi (Mark) of Westbrook and Gregory Canna (April) of Tolland. Loving grandfather of Matthew, Thomas and Lauren Canna, Olivia and Juliana Fabrizi, Justine and Ethan Canna. Brother of Alphonse Cannavaciolo (Albina) of North Haven, Anna Buono (Alfred) of Northford, Elizabeth East of North Haven, Geraldine Mioline (William) of Branford and the late Gerald Canna (Cannavaciolo). Brother-in-law of Alice Canna and the late Robert East.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Tuesday morning at 10:30. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Monica Church at 11:00 with military honors being rendered immediately following the mass. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family in All Saints Cemetery. The visiting hours will be Monday from 4 to 8 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Smilow Cancer Hospital, P.O. Box 1849, New Haven, CT 06508.
Dear Betty, I'm deeply sorry to hear of your loss. I'm thinking of you. My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. Peace, prayers, and Blessings. Love, Janet
Condolences from Al and Margaret Barnett
Ann, we are so sorry for your loss. We know how close you are to your whole family and how tough it was to learn of Joe's illness. You are and were a wonderful sister. We know that while you and your family mourn Joe's loss, you know that he is finally pain free and at peace with God and those in your family that passed before him. Sending our love and prayers your way ~ Kathy & John
Joe, Steve and Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. I got to know him while he was working at Goodrich and he was a great man who loved his family.
Thoughts and prayers from The DelVecchio's.
There are no words to describe my sadness. I love you all.
Terry
Ann my deepest sympathy is sent to you and your family.
There are no words that I can say to make you feel better but know that your brother is in peace now.
It is a very difficult time for the living but look to the Lord for peace and comfort. He is there for you.
I wish I could be there but know that I am thinking of you and sending you lots of hugs and prayers….Peggy
Dear Betty, My thoughts and prayers will be with you in this difficult time. With luv Imran Syed
Greg and Family – So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you.
Joe was a very warm and personable man — We would see him at Mass and he always sat at the end of the pew so after communion, we would stop and shake his hand — and he would give us this wonderful smile.
Our deepest condolences to Lil and our prayers to Joe.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
My deepest sympathy to you and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Timmie
So sorry to hear about cousin Joe's passing. He was a truly fine gentleman and will be dearly missed.
Dear Betty,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you find comfort with your family.
Kind regards,
Steve