Dr. James V. Bosco, Jr. D.D.S., 82, of Woodbridge passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021 at his home. He was the beloved husband of 53 years to Barbara Abbatello Bosco. Dr. Bosco was born in New Haven on October 5, 1938 and was the son of the late James V. Bosco, Sr. and Raffaella “Ray” DeRosa Bosco. Father of Dr. Kimberly Ann Free ND, James V. Bosco III (Rachel) and Wesley J. Bosco (Amanda). Grandfather of Phoenix A. Free, James V. Bosco IV, Luciano Louis Bosco, Gianni Vincenzo Bosco and Arianna Diane Bosco. Great Grandfather of Juvia and Julian Stowell-Free. Brother of Eileen Khan (Farooq) and the late Gena Tannoia (Louis) and Rosemary Panico (Joseph). Also, survived by many nieces and nephews which he adored. Dr. Bosco attended Hillhouse High School and then Providence College where he graduated with honors earning a bachelor’s degree in Biology. Dr. Bosco received a fellowship in medicine at Yale University and later attended Temple Dental School in Philadelphia. He joined the US Air Force during the Vietnam war where he was a Dental Surgeon and received the Outstanding Service Award, Expert Marksmanship medal and the Distinguished Service medal. He was honorably discharged as a permanent grade Captain. Dr. Bosco opened his dental practice in Woodbridge and served the community dental needs for 33 years. He was a charter member of the Woodbridge Rotary Club and was the recipient of the most prestigious Paul Harris Fellow award. Dr. Bosco also served the Boys Scouts of America Troop #907 of Woodbridge for several years as Scoutmaster as well as the Quinnipiac Council’s Scout Advancement Chairman, District Chairman, Council Vice President and the recipient of the Silver Beaver Award. He was a Vigil Honor member of the Order of the Arrow in Arcoon Lodge 369. Dr. Bosco loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was also a life member of the Hamden Fish & Game Club having served as an appointed wildlife ranger by the Town of Hamden and a life member and instructor of the NRA.
Family and friends are invited to go directly to Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven on Saturday, February 6th at 12noon to attend a Mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following with full military honors in St. Lawrence Cemetery, West Haven. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project in Dr. Bosco’s name.
Dear Barbara and Family,
We are very sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. Hoping your faith, family and friends will get you through this sad time. May you find comfort in the many memories you must have of your many years you had together. God bless all of you,
Maryann and Jack Dolan
Barbara, I am so sorry for your loss.He certainly was an outstanding member of his community. So glad that you had so many years together. I send you prayers for peace.
Barbara, I am sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. I know you had a long and fruitful life together. Bill joins me in sending our sincere condolences to you and your family. Pat Bakke
Dear Barbara,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Prayers are with you.
Love, Diane White
Shippan Point Garden Club
Barbara and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing and also to learn of his achievements. He will be missed.
Prayers at this difficult time,
Carol
Barbara and Family, sorry to hear of your loss. Reflect on the fifty three years of memories for comfort. Sincerely, R. J. Abbatello ( Bedford, Texas)
Dear Barbara,
John and I were so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Peggy
Dear Barbara & family- sorry for your loss. Bless you & sympathy & prayers.- Philip & Phyllis DeRosa
Dear Barbara & Family- So sorry on your loss . Blessings, sympathy & prayers.- Philip & Phyllis DeRosa.