Libero “Lee” Nuzzolillo, 63, formerly of Southington passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 29, 2016 at Hartford Hospital.
He was born in Southington on July17, 1953, the son of the late Eugene and Marie (Russo) Nuzzolillo. Lee had been employed by The Hartford Ins. Co.
He is survived by two sisters Annette Nuzzolillo of Southington and Christine and husband Richard RisCassi of West Hartford, his twin Joseph and wife Jennifer Nuzzolillo of Omaha, NE . He also leaves his much loved and very special Aunt Catherine (Kitty) Lowery and husband Keith of Florida, and partner Pam Therrien. Lee very much enjoyed the company of his nieces, nephews, great niece and great nephews. He played an active role in their lives; Lee was the fun “uncle” who bought the noisy toys at Christmas. He will be missed by his nieces and nephews: Tina and husband Michael Riccio, Erica and husband JR Goodenough, Nicholas L. RisCassi and Gino Nuzzolillo and great niece and nephews: Anthony, Lucca, Francesca, twins Dominic & Giovanni and Vincent. Lee also enjoyed holidays shared with his siblings and cousins in Connecticut and family reunions shared with his New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio cousins. Lee will be especially missed by his cousin Bob Albini and his best friend Paul Coombs.
A Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 11 am at St. Thomas Church, 99 Bristol St. Southington; burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Lee’s memory to the Southington Chapter of UNICO c/o Michael Fasulo; 16 Cornerstone Court; Plantsville, CT.06479.
For online condolences and directions please visit www.dellavecchiafh.com