Gennaro G. “Gerry” Saffioti, 98, of North Haven passed away on Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at the Mary Wade Home, New Haven with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 69 years to Frances Germanese Saffioti. Gerry was born in New Haven on August 11, 1918; son of the late Paul and Margaret McLaughlin Saffioti; served his country faithfully in the US Army Aircorps during WWII in the 427 Night Fighters squadron and served in European Campaign, North African Campaign and the Burma Trail; he was a decorated Veteran who rose to Staff Sargent; he worked for many businesses including Brockway Trucking and later for New Haven Truck Rental until his retirement. Father of Paul (Cathy) Saffioti and Louis (Diane) Saffioti. Grandfather of Michael, Robert, Christopher & Nicholas Saffioti and Jennifer Kelly. Great Grandfather of Taylor & Justin Kelly, Allie Saffioti and one new addition on the way. Brother of Richard Saffioti, Robert Saffioti and predeceased by 10 brothers and sisters.

 Funeral services will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Saturday morning at 11:00 with the Rev. Timothy Meehan officiating. Family and friends may call from 9:00 until time of service. Interment with full military honors will follow in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VA Hospital, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516.