Michael R. Ippolito, age 62, peacefully entered into eternal rest on October 16, 2018, at Griffin Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Tracy Thompson Ippolito.
Michael was born in New Haven on November 26, 1955, son of the late Alphonse “Funsey” and Elizabeth “Betty” Romagna Ippolito. A lifelong resident of the Derby community, he was the chef/co-owner of the former well-known River Restaurant in Derby. Michael was an avid NY Yankees and NY Jets fan and enjoyed attending every baseball game his son Michael played from Tee ball through Derby High School.
In addition to his wife Tracy, he leaves to cherish his memory, loving sons, Michael J. Ippolito and Brett Belade (Kayla) of Port St. Lucie, FL, a loving daughter, Amber Belade of Derby, a brother, Alphonse Ippolito (Elaine) of Branford, a sister, Judith Carbone (Richard) of Sterling, MA, a granddaughter, Palmer Joy Belade and several nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his sister, Betty Anne Ippolito and his grandson, Joshua Banks Jr.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday October 20, 2018, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the chapel of the SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia. On Saturday, relatives and friends are invited to attend Michael’s funeral at 9:00 am (Please Meet Directly) at St. Mary’s Church, 212 Elizabeth Street in Derby for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be private.
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