Edward J. Ferrucci, 82, of North Haven, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at his home. He was the beloved husband of 53 years to Emily Cocco Ferrucci. Edward was born in New Haven on June 3, 1935 and was the son of the late Edward and Louise Pierucci Ferrucci. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Southern Connecticut State University, his Master’s degree from UCONN and his 6th Year from Fairfield University. Edward was an elementary school teacher for the New Haven Board of Education for many years and was a former principal at Martin Luther King School. Always having the best interests of his students in mind, Edward was a champion amongst his students whom he loved unconditionally. He was a member of the Retired Principal Club. Edward was a baseball enthusiast and was a co-captain on his college baseball team. He enjoyed fishing for snappers and blue fish, crabbing in Old Saybrook and loved bringing his family out on his boat to go cruising and waterskiing. Edward was a very handyman who was also good with his hands. Father of Jay Ferrucci. Grandfather of Nicholas, Alycia and Emily Ferrucci.
Funeral services will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Monday morning at 11:00. Family and friends may call from 10:00 until time of service. Interment will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, Wallingford. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Edward J. Ferrucci Memorial Fund, c/o Reggie Mayo, Superintendant, Board of Education, City of New Haven, 54 Meadow Street, New Haven, CT 06519.
Papa, you were an amazing Grandfather, a great friend, and loved me like a son. I love you and I always will. You were a great man, and treated everyone amazing. Me, grandma, and leah-leah, along with the rest of the family will miss you dearly, and you will ALWAYS be in our thoughts, prayers, and memories we have all shared. I love you papa and rest peacefully. I will never forget you.
Ed was my principal at Martin Luther King. In reality, he was much more than that. He was like a father to me. Every time I got in trouble he came to get me. Once I was at CHCP and they were preparing for surgery. Sounds foolish but I had no idea it involved surgery. I freaked out and they gave me a sedative and told me I couldn’t drive. I called Ed and he came and got me. So many times he was there for me. I love him with all my heart.
Alicia & Nicholas:
We are very sorry on the passing of your Papa.
We are sending the both of you our deepest condolences.
With heavy heart I pass along my condolences to Ed’s family. We go back to Truman School on through SCSC to
the NH School System. Ed was a gentleman, friend, classmate, and colleague. My love for him and precious
memories will always remain in my heart. Sadly, Mimi (Marie) Mancini-Deme.
Dear Emily Family,
I’m so sorry about your loss. There are no words. With my sympathies.
Margie