Emedio C. D'Elia

Emedio Carmen D’Elia (“Meatball,” “Uncle Al,” “Papa,”) passed away peacefully at 96 years old on Friday, November 29, 2024 in his home with his family and caregiver, Charles Fosuhene, by his side. Emedio was born February 13, 1928, son of the late Michael D’Elia and Luisa Troncone. He attended Stamford Public Schools and graduated Stamford High School Class of 1946. He married Marie “Dolly” Capalbo on September 17, 1953 and they were happily together until her passing in 1985. He was predeceased by his sister, Annette Lovallo, and many beloved in-laws. He is survived by his son, Michael D’Elia and his wife, Susan, and his daughter, Kimberly Ann D’Elia Duffy and her husband, Brendan. He has 5 grandchildren: Michael Jr. and his spouse Dian Look, Anthony Paul, Nicholas Emedio, Ryanne Marie, and Madison Frances. He is also survived by his sister, Phyllis Kolenda, and many beloved nieces and nephews. Emedio volunteered with the Connecticut National Guard in 1948. He was called to active duty during the Korean War in 1950. He served overseas in Bad Tolz, Germany until being honorably discharged in June 1952. Since 1960, he had been active in both local and state politics for the majority of his life. In 1981, Emedio was invited to lunch at the White House with President Carter. He was President of the Westside Stamford Democratic Club and served on the Stamford Police Commission for many years. He enjoyed playing bocce and served as an officer from 1992 to 2020 of the Stamford Bocce League including 20 years as President. Emedio enjoyed his many day trips to Atlantic City and Mohegan Sun Casinos. He lived an independent, full life until he was 92 years of age, and he will be remembered as a “ball buster” by everyone who knew and loved him. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his memory to: Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate) or Fairfield County House, 1 Den Road, Stamford, CT 06902. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 4th from 4pm – 8pm at Bosak Funeral Home, 453 Shippan Avenue, Stamford, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am on Thursday, December 5th, at St. Leo’s Parish, 24 Roxbury Road, Stamford, CT. Entombment will be at St. Mary’s/Putnam Cemetery, 35 Parsonage Road, Greenwich, CT. If you wish to make an online remembrance for the family, you may sign the family guestbook at www.bosakfuneralhome.com or www.facebook.com/bosakfuneralhome .

Emedio C. D'Elia

February 13, 1928 - November 29, 2024