Obituary of Anthony J. Fazio

Anthony J. Fazio, age 76, of Stratford, beloved husband of Mary Brennan Fazio, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 21, 2016 at Bridgeport Hospital with his loving family by his side. Born on November 30, 1939 in Astoria, Queens, New York he was a son of the late Carmel and Concetta Spitaleri Fazio. A U.S. Army veteran, Anthony was a retired employee of Stauffer Chemical Corp and was also formerly employed by the Diocese of Bridgeport. He was a man who enjoyed the simple things in life. However, his greatest enjoyment in life was his grandchildren. He loved playing with them and his memory will always live within them. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his beloved wife of 42 years, Mary, survivors include two loving children, a son, David Fazio and his wife Candace of East Haven and a daughter, Mary Ingram and her husband Scott of Monroe, five cherished and adored grandchildren, Anthony, Elizabeth, Celia, Samantha and Steven; two brothers, Ignazio Fazio of Elmsford, NY and Joseph Fazio and his wife Mary Ellen of Westport, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Angelo Fazio and a sister, Santa Scalzo. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 from 4-8 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.