Paul Joseph Rebeschi Sr., 88 of Branford passed away suddenly on Friday, January 13, 2017 at YNNH with his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of Olga Marie Rebeschi for 62 years. Paul was born in North Haven, CT on December Fourth, 1928, son of the late Joseph and Zorida Rebeschi. He was the father of Paul J. Rebeschi Jr. and daughter-in-law, Laurie Rebeschi. Brother of Robert Rebeschi, Thomas Rebeschi, and his wife Charlotte Rebeschi, Joseph Rebeschi and his wife Rose Marie Rebeschi, the late Laurence Rebeschi and the late June Rebeschi Glenn. Beloved Grandfather of Paul J. Rebeschi IIl, Peter and Katie (Rebeschi) Greco. Paul served in the US Army during the Korean War and held the rank of Master Sergeant. After serving in the military Paul worked for the New Haven Railroad as a brakeman. During that time, he started a construction business with his brothers, Robert and Laurence. Paul went on to have a busy career building homes and developing land for over 50 years. He was a member of the National Association of Home Builders. Paul was an easy going man that loved his family, a tireless worker, and was liked by all who had the good fortune to meet him. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, visiting with his brothers, talking politics during lunchbreaks, and was always ready to help with any work that needed to be done.
His Funeral procession will leave North Haven Funeral home, 36 Washington Avenue Wednesday morning, January 18, at 10:30 a.m. Family and friends may visit from 8:30-10:30 a.m., Wednesday morning. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Barnabas Church at 11:00 AM. Entombment with full military honors will follow at the All Saints Mausoleum. Gifts in his memory may be sent to the Connecticut Food Bank, 2 Research Parkway, Wallingford, CT 06492, or The American Cancer Society, 38 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854.
I am a proud homeowner of a Rebeschi built home. There was a time when Rebeschi built was a guarantee of quality workmanship. A reputation that Mr. Rebeschi built, literally from the ground up. He was the most pleasant of people to deal with. The neighborhood is fondly nicknamed Rebeschiville. A shake of the hand was all that was needed in dealing with Mr. Rebeschi. I had great respect for him. May he rest in peace and may I express my condolences to his family.
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Dear Paul and Laurie We are so sorry to hear the sad news of your father and father in law’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time.