Obituary of Reginald Ronzello

NEW BRITAIN - Reginald Ronzello, 90, of 528 Stanley Street, New Britain, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22, 2009 at The Connecticut Hospice. He was the son of the late Andrew and Congella (La Rosa) Ronzello. Born in Bristol Ct., and resided most of his life in New Britain, he served in the armed forces for five years and was a Pearl Harbor survivor. He owned and operated Reggie's Shoe Repair on the corner of Stanley and Whiting Street for over 35 years. Reggie and his wife Ninette loved to go dancing and take daily walks at Walnut Hill Park. He loved spending the holidays and special occasions with his family and enjoyed spending time with his great grand children. He is now reunited with his beloved wife of 57 years, Ninette Ronzello who predeceased him in 2003. Reggie is survived by his three sons, Reggie and his wife Vicki of New Hampshire, Richard and his wife Monica of Kensington and Robert and his wife Susan of Southington; six grandchildren, Reggie Jr., Michelle, Michael, Liza, Jennifer and Rhonda. He also leaves nine great grandchildren, Anthony and Joseph, Ronzello of New Hampshire, Todd, Zachary, Daniel, Nicholas and Matthew Koops of Kensington, and Sean and Grace Ronzello of Kensington, Reggie also leaves one sister Connie Pelcher of Vermont and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by 10 brothers and sisters. Special thanks to the staff of the Arden Courts of Farmington, and Connecticut Hospice of Branford. Donations may be made to The Connecticut Hospice, Inc 100 Double Beach Rd. Branford, CT 06405 Funeral services will be held at Farrell Funeral Home, 110 Franklin Square, New Britain on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at 9:00 AM followed by Church services at St. Ann's Church, 114 North Street, New Britain. Calling hours will be on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM. Burial Services, with full Military Honors, will be held at Fairview Cemetery, 120 Smalley Street, New Britain.