Michael Carucci

Michael Frank Carucci Jr., 81, of Killingworth, died on Sunday, January 26, 2020 at his home from complications of COPD. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Susan Carucci, nee Cyr, his foster son Ryan Spencer, his sister and brother-in law, Barbara and Jerry Venditti, niece Beth, nephews Paul and Joel, and many other family members who learned to love his sharp wit and offbeat sense of humor.

Michael was born on July 15, 1938 in Bristol, Ct., the son of Michael F and Sophia Grzegorczyk Carucci. He was a graduate of the University of Connecticut and played on the Men's Basketball team. Michael remained a lifelong U Conn Huskies basketball fan to the very end and especially loved watching the Women’s team.

Michael was employed with Combustion Engineering, followed by Alstom Power, as a Quality Control Engineer in the construction and decommissioning of Fossil and Nuclear Power Plants world-wide. He was a brilliant man with many passions. As a younger man he raced cars, held a pilot's license and flew for work and pleasure. He was an avid fly fisherman, loved boating, snorkeling and travel and reading a good book.

His love of life had no boundaries. If he were writing this, he would remind everyone to stop and smell the roses, not wait to fulfill your "Bucket List", make plans and do it now. Michael would tell everyone you only die One day, so use all your days left on this earth to live your best life and enjoy yourself to the fullest. Indeed, that’s what Michael did.

Michael will be remembered mostly for his generous heart and loving soul. He was a devoted son, grandson, brother, cousin, uncle, husband and friend. To say he will be missed is an understatement. There are no words.

God is doing for us what we cannot do for ourselves. May you receive His peace and solace through His words.

A celebration of Michael’s life will be held at a later date. Swan Funeral Home, Clinton is handling the arrangements. Please visit www.swanfh.com for tributes and service information.

In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting small contributions for Michael’s send-off:

Susan Carucci, C/O Swan Funeral Home, 80 East Main St., Clinton, CT, 06413