Giuseppe Terranova

October 3, 1934 - September 30, 2021

Giuseppe Terranova, 86, of Wethersfield, beloved husband of Salvatrice Terranova, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2021 at Amberwoods of Farmington. He was born October 3, 1934 in Solarino, Sicily, Italy, the son of Carmelo and Santa (Mangiafico) Terranova. Giuseppe was a long time member of the Italian American Stars Association in Hartford. He was a skilled laborer, and worked for many years in the construction business. In his free time he enjoyed gardening and, going for walks, and watching Italian soccer but his greatest joy was spending time with his family. Besides his wife Salvatrice, Giuseppe leaves behind his son and daughter-in-law Carmelo and Marinella Terranova of Newington and his grandchildren, Giuseppe Terranova and Amanda Terranova both of Newington. He also leaves two nieces in Italy Lina Mazzarella and Santina Mazzarella. He was predeceased by his sister, Nifa Terranova. Family and friends are invited to call at the Rose Hill Funeral Home, 580 Elm St. Rocky Hill on Friday (October 8, 2021) from 9:15 to 10:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM in the Church of the Incarnation, Wethersfield. Burial will be in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, MASKS are required for all indoor portions of the funeral services. Please share online expressions of sympathy, memories, or photo tributes at www.rosehillfuneralhomes.com.