Anthony P. Ardito Sr., 86, of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, formerly of North Branford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Baptist Health in Lexington, Kentucky. He was the beloved husband of the late Colette Mangini Ardito. Anthony was born in New Haven on January 15, 1934 and was the son of the late Cosmo and Marian Battelene Ardito. He had worked as a cement finisher and was involved in many prestigious projects including Bayer Pharmaceutical, New Haven Coliseum, Ingalls Rink, Interstate 91, Beinecke Rare Book Library and Yale Children’s Hospital. Anthony was a member of the Branford Gun Club. He enjoyed hunting and would travel to Wyoming, Vermont, Maine, Colorado and many other places for hunting trips. Father of Debrah Ardito, Anthony (Sharon) Ardito and Richard (Lynn) Ardito. Grandfather of Walter, Nicholas, Christopher, Richard Jr. (Lauren), Lilian Ardito and Olivia Ransohoff. Great grandfather of Leonardo and Cecelia Ardito. Brother of Eddie and Salvatore Ardito and the late Isabel DellaRocco, Jennie Petonito, Julius Ardito, Ralph Ardito, Cosmo Ardito, Joseph Ardito, his loving sister Dolores Banks and Phyllis Allen.
The visiting hours will be on Saturday Jan. 16th from 11am to 12:30 pm at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Interment will follow in Northford Cemetery. Should friends desire memorial contributions may be made to St. Judes Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929.
Rest in peace Uncle Tony. You were my Grandma’s (Isabel Ardito DellaRocco) baby brother. It was always evident why she loved you so much. You were sweet, kind and funny. We always loved when you would come visit.. You will never be forgotten. Condolences, prayers and love to your family during this difficult time.
My condolences to the entire family. I met Mr. Ardito several times. He was a lovely man. Special hugs to Deb and Olivia. He loved you both very much.
Tony was one of a kind! Our first recollection of him was he was wearing dingo boots, cutoffs and walking Fluff! He was our son’s godfather and we all affectionately referred to him as Uncle Tony. May he find peace. Barbara and Chet
Rest In Peace, cousin Tony
My deepest sympathy to all the family. Anthony is now in peace and surrounded with happiness everlasting. May his memories keep you all strong!! ♥️♥️