Armando Marini

Armando Marini, of Bridgeport, husband of Lucia (Paniccia) Marini, died on Saturday, April 3, 2010, in his home, with his family by his side. Born in Frosinone, Italy, on November 22, 1922 he was the son of the late, Augusto and Filomena (Savo) Marini. Armando served in the Italian Army in WWII. He immigrated to the United States in 1952 where he worked as a cement finisher in order to bring his family to this country in 1956. In 1962 he and two partners, Gino Marini and Tony Arduini went into business together to form Ardmare Construction. After a few years, Armando became sole owner and was a successful businessman. He retired in 1987 and watched as his children took over the business. He was an avid gardener, enjoyed making wine and watching wrestling. His greatest joy was having his children, grandchildren and family sitting around the kitchen table. Survivors in addition to his wife Lucia of 64 years, includes his children, Mario and Sharon Marini of Trumbull, Luisa and Ettore Altobelli of Trumbull, Bernardino and JoAnn Marini of Southbury, Lucy and Richard LaFrenierre of Trumbull, and Anthony Marini of Bridgeport. Grandchildren, Michael and Maria Altobelli of Shelton, Angelo and Theresa Altobelli of Trumbull, Anthony Altobelli and Diana DaSilva of Trumbull, Alyssa LaFrenierre and Joseph LaFrenierre of Trumbull. Step-Grandchildren, Joie Alebrande and Jahna Ronca of Southbury. Great-Grandchild, Siena Altobelli of Trumbull. And several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by two brothers, Orlando Marini of Vancouver, B.C., Domenico Marini of Frosinone, Italy, two sisters, Settimia Santangeli of Frosinone, Italy and Maria Cicconi of Torrice, Italy. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday April 8th at 10:00 AM in St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church 5301 Main Street Trumbull. Interment will follow in St. Michaels Cemetery 2205 Stratford Avenue Stratford. Friends may call Wednesday April 7th from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Spadaccino and Leo P. Gallagher and Son Community Funeral Home 315 Monroe Turnpike Monroe.

A special thank you to the wonderful care and support of the Vitas Hospice Care nurses and aides.

Online condolences may be made at www.spadaccinofuneralhome.com