It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert Martino, Sr., 82, of North Haven on Sunday, September 27, 2020. Robert died peacefully at home surrounded by his cherished wife of 61 years, Maria Fuchs Martino, and his loving family. Robert was born on February 3, 1938 in New Haven, son of the late Joseph and Florence (Messercola) Martino. His military service was spent in Cuba and Rhode Island as a member of the US Navy. Robert was a retired fire fighter for the city of New Haven and took great pride in his profession. His greatest source of pride, however, was in his children and grandchildren, who were the center of his life. A quiet man, with a ready sense of humor, Robert and Maria enjoyed sharing their home with family and friends. Robert was a participating member of Saint Frances Cabrini Church, now Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish. He is survived by his son, Richard Martino, and daughter, Heidi (Rudy) Fasano; grandchildren, Molly and Robert Martino, Eva and Alexa Fasano, Crystal (Russ) Boyarsky and Rudy (Rachel) Fasano, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Cali and Cryslin Boyarsky, and Faith Fasano; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Robert Martino, Jr., and his brother, Joseph Martino.
The visiting hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 7 PM at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. His funeral procession will leave the funeral home on Thursday morning at 9:30 to St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Church at St. Barnabas Church, 44 Washington Avenue, North Haven for a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00. Entombment with full military honors will follow in the All Saints Mausoleum.
My deepest sympathy to the Martino family he was a true gentleman in every way he will be deeply missed heaven received another angel RIP 🙏💔
Sending prayers to the Martino family! Mr Martino was a great neighbor and he loved all the kids growing up! He is at peace! God Bless him!
Maria, Steve and I wanted to send our deepest sympathy to you and your family! Bob was an amazingly kind, considerate, loving and caring man who made everyone feel like family! His kindness will live on through all our hearts! May he rest in peace! All our love. Susan and Steve Marino
Dear Marie, Richard, Heidi, Rudy and family, Words alone cannot begin to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Your husband, father, father in law and grandfather leaves behind many wonderful memories which you will recall over the next few days in the company of family and friends. He still walks by your side every day and every time you think of him, he will always be there in your heart. Just know he is at peace with your son and brother Robert and your family of angels, for Heaven is now his home. Lil and I will always remember his out pouring of love, caring and concern for our family over the years as neighbors. He always made us feel welcome in his home, like his own family. We will truly miss his smiling face and presence in our life. He will always be in our prayers. Rest in Peace Bob
Maria and family
So sorry to hear about the passing of your husband and dad. My dad Carmine talked so highly of his friendship Bobby and all their crazy adventures as kids. It was a great pleasure knowing him may he Rest In Peace and team up with Carmine and all of the crew in their neighborhood in new Haven