Stephen A. Manillo, age 71, entered into eternal rest on January 2, 2022 at Connecticut Hospice in Branford. He was the loving husband of the late Charlene M. Guliuzza Manillo.
Stephen was born in Bridgeport on August 16, 1950, son of the late John and Mary Bostwick Manillo. He was a self-employed antiques dealer in the Valley area for many years. Stephen was very devoted to his Christian faith. He was kind, generous and enjoyed helping others. Stephen volunteered his time guiding others through addictions and recovery. He also enjoyed fishing.
He leaves to cherish his memory, a son, Stephen A. Manillo II of Seymour, step-daughters, Porsche N. Matejek (Igor Zektser) of Bethany and Taylor M. Matejek Silva of Seymour, grandchildren, Evauna Matejek, Nikolas Matejek, Isaac Zektser-Matejek, Max Zektser-Matejek and Savannah Silva, nieces, Mary and Jenna Manillo and a nephew, Robert Manillo. He was predeceased by brothers, John and Robert Manillo and a sister, Shirley Manillo.
Stephen’s funeral service and burial will be private. The SPINELLI-RICCIUTI/BEDNAR-OSIECKI FUNERAL HOME, 62 Beaver Street in Ansonia is privileged with the arrangements. To sign Stephen’s guestbook or share a memory, please visit, www.spinelliricciutifh.com.
