The Life of Attorino J. Barone
Attorino J. “Reno” Barone, 98, peacefully entered into
eternal rest on Sunday evening, May 31, 2015, in the comfort of his home, with
his loving family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 69 years to
Carmella Culmo Barone. Mr. Barone was born in Manhattan, NY on Feb. 17, 1917,
son of the late Phillipe Barone and Antoniette Segnatelli. A lifelong resident
of Ansonia, he was the owner of the former Venice Restaurant, Twin Keg’s
Restaurant, Fred’s Bar and Barone’s Restaurant, all in Ansonia. Later, he went
on to work for the City of Ansonia and retired as the Superintendent of Public
Works. Following his retirement, Reno was a driver at Healey Ford in Ansonia
and worked at Barone’s Sports Bar in Seymour. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army,
he honorably served during World War 2 in the 4th Armored Tanker Division under
the direct command of General George Patton and was awarded the Bronze Star.
Reno was a member of the Catholic War Veterans in Derby, St. Sebastian Men’s
Club in Ansonia, 4th Armored Division Association and an avid fan of the NY
Yankees, NY Giants and UConn basketball. In addition to his wife Carmella, he
is survived by a loving son, David M. Barone (Carol) of Ansonia, a loving
daughter, Renee A. Capece (Anthony) of Milford, cherished grandchildren, James
David Barone of Shelton, Shannon Barone and Taylor Barone of Ansonia,
Christopher Barone of Plainville, Kellie Perkins of Milford and Rose Capece of
Prospect, great-grandchildren, Devin Perkins of Milford and Kira Barone of VA.
He was predeceased by a son, James “Gary” Barone and his wife Carol Barone,
grandson, Eugene Perkins III and sisters, Delores DePalma, Edith Saffo and
Katherine Wojack. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday June 3, 2015, from
5-8 pm, in the chapel of the SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62
Beaver Street in Ansonia. On Thursday, his funeral will be held at 9:15 am from
the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am at Holy
Rosary Church in Ansonia. Interment with U.S. Army military honors will take
place in Pine Grove Cemetery in Ansonia. To send an act of sympathy, please
visit www.spinelliricciutifh.com