Philip J. Valenti Jr., age 74, entered eternal rest on February 2, 2024, at the home of his daughter in Naugatuck. He was the loving husband of fifty-three years to Margaret Ann (Martonak) Valenti.
Philip was born in Derby on May 31, 1949, son of the late Philip J. Valenti Sr. and Jeannine Novak Valenti. A graduate of Pine High School and a lifelong resident of Ansonia, Philip was employed as a sprinkler fitter for Pipefitters Local Union 676, until his retirement. Philip had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed fishing and looked forward to his daily 3:00 pm glass of wine. Philip was a huge connoisseur of food and fine cooking. He was always looking for new recipes to cook and share with everyone. Philip loved spending time with his grandchildren and devoted himself to taking care of his beloved wife, Margaret.
In addition to his wife Margaret, Philip leaves to cherish his memory, a son, Philip S. Valenti (Danielle) of Naugatuck, a daughter, Jennifer L. Goodall (Justin) of Naugatuck, brothers, Michael P. Valenti (Patricia) of Wallingford, Alan G. Valenti (Kathy) of Shelton and Brian C. Valenti (Joan) of Cheshire, grandchildren, Alina and Alexander Filandro, Jaxon, Dylan, Ariana and Tatiana Goodall and Tyler and Ryan Valenti, sister-in-law, Diane Patterson (Marc) of SC and brother-in-law, Stephen Martonak of Ansonia, along with several nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family and pay their respects on Friday, February 9, 2024, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm in the chapel of SPINELLI-RICCIUTI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia. At 6:30 pm a funeral service in celebration of Philip’s life will take place with Deacon Michael Lynch officiating. Burial will be private. To sign Philip’s guestbook or share a memory, please visit, www.spinelliricciutifh.com.
