Ralph (Sonny) Notaro, 92, of North Haven, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 11th, 2023, at MidState Medical Center with his family by his side. Ralph was born in New Haven on February 8, 1931, and was the son of the late Angelo and Carmela Cuccaro Notaro. A graduate of the former Boardman Trade School, Ralph was a Tool & Die Maker for Cheshire Products and Eyelet Specialties for many years until his retirement. After retirement, Ralph worked for the Town of North Haven Public Works Department until retiring in January of this year. He was a member of the Hamden Jaycees, the West Ridge Volunteer Fire Department and was a volunteer North Haven Fire Policeman for many years. Ralph was a former North Haven Fire Commissioner and a Justice of the Peace. Father of Barbara (Chris) Migliaro, Susan (Robert) Busillo, Ralph Notaro II and Karen (David) Zeoli. Grandfather of Carissa (Jeff) Naples, Christopher (Kate) Migliaro, Michael (Chelese) Migliaro, Peter (Melissa) Giatrelis, Brendan (Liz) Giatrelis, Michael (Danielle) Busillo, Sarah (Ben) McNamee, Lauren (Dan) Masella, Samantha (Kevin) Rodriguez, Anthony and Alicia Notaro. Brother of Josephine (John) Early, Anthony Notaro, Frank (Carol) Notaro and the late Maryann Buonasora, Robert, and Rosemary Notaro. Also survived by 18 great-grandchildren, his special friend Masako Miller, his good friends Mark and Lucille DeGregorio, many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. Also survived by his dog Chase and cat Zeus.
The visiting hours will be Monday, Oct. 16th from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A parlor will be conducted at the end of the visiting hours at 7:00 PM. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.