Anthony P. Oddi
August 5, 1933 ~ June 13, 2020
Anthony Patsy “Tony” Oddi was born in New Britain, CT, on August 5, 1933 to the late Ascenzo and Jennie (D’Aurora) Oddi originally of Pettorano sul Gizio, Italy. He died on June 13, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. Tony attended New Britain public schools and the Moody School of Commerce and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. At the age of sixteen, Tony began a 47- year career in the retail and wholesale grocery industry, first with A&P Supermarkets and later with Roundy’s in a variety of management positions. Tony married his adored bride, Karen Mellon on June 30, 1962 and together raised five beautiful daughters.
Tony was an avid sports fan, especially of the Boston Red Sox, UCONN Women’s basketball and the Indianapolis Colts. He also enjoyed and compiled an impressive library of diecast NASCAR cars along with collectibles from several other sports. Tony took great joy in watching his grandchildren’s participation in youth sports and dance. He was a member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church and the American Legion.
In addition to his parents, Tony was predeceased by his brother, Patsy Oddi, sisters Mary Annino, Julia Arute, and Infant Maria Oddi and brother-in-law Jay Mellon.
Tony is survived by his wife Karen and his five daughters: Cheryl Oddi-Smith (Damon) and Kara Oddi Indianapolis, Andrea Oddi (companion, David Rosko) West Hartford, CT, Katy Dukes (Jeff) Indianapolis, and Robin Langston (Gary) Greenwood, as well as his nine grandchildren: Anthony J. Oddi, Nicole Smith (Chad), Damon Smith Jr. (Nikki), Jordan, Rachel, Nicholas, and Matthew Dukes, and Emily and Charles “Sammy” Langston and his great grandchildren, Diem Smith and Chad Bohannon. He is also survived by sister-in-law Laureen Rubino and brother-in-law Tyrone Mellon (Janet) as well as several loving nieces and nephews from the New England area.
A private family visitation will be held. The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 17, 2020, 11:30 a.m., in St. Barnabas Catholic Church. Please be advised that masks are mandatory for attendance. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contribution would be gratefully welcomed by the St. Vincent De Paul Society of St. Barnabas Church.
Follow this link to watch the funeral mass live on Wednesday: https://m.facebook.com/St-Barnabas-Live-102370158190516.
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We have so many wonderful memories of time spent with Uncle Tony! He will be greatly missed! We will always remember fun times together in Indy and CT. Sending love to everyone. xoxo Sarah, Jim, Chelsea and John
We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
All of our love and strength we share with you. The Muellers + Girls
Robin & Gary Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Karen, I am very sorry for your loss. May you find peace and healing in knowing that Tony is with our Provident God. Ken Siarkiewicz
With love and prayers, Bill and Jeanne Barrett
Our prayers to the Oddi family.
“Pain is a language without words, so it is untouched by words. Does it help to know that my prayers for you are often wordless too…and shaped like tears?” (S. Lenkes) Dearest Karen, Robin, Katy, Andrea, Cheryl, Kara – my heart aches for you and I am sending prayers for abounding peace and love. Mr. Oddi was always so nice to me and I could see the love he had for each of you whenever he and I spoke. I honor him and each of you. Your friend, Mike Matt
Karen and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. But I know he must have been a really special guy, because he married a sweet lady. Please know that my love and prayers are with you all at this time.
Sending our deepest sympathy to our dear friend Andrea and her beautiful family. Love Jaime, Lou and Danica.
Dear Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, for you and your family. I remember Tony as a happy, smiling man who treasured you, his girls and grandson. I wish you peace and comfort from our Father above. Love, Lauri Griffin
Karen, so sorry. Love and prayers to you and your family. Ed and Sue Sauer
Dear Karen and family. I was so sorry to learn of Tony,s passing. I am certain that this time is very painful for for the entire family but you especially have difficult loss to deal with having lived your entire adult life together. I do know what you are feeling because my Nanny passed on April 4th and life seems so empty not having her to share these difficult moments with. It will get better in time . God bless you and keep you safe. Until we all meet again in heaven. Shirley’s brother, Chuck Carron
Karen Ann family, My deepest condolences to all . I have been keeping Tony and the family in my prayers since I was told of his illness. God saw he was tired and called him home. During this most difficult time may He watch over you and your family . You all will remain in my prayers as will, Tony. God Bless with peace and comfort in the days ahead…. MaryAnn. Remillard ߙϰߏ»
Thinking of you on this day to celebrate his life. God is near, to give your family peace and strength and hears all of your prayers.
Im thinking of you all during this difficult time, sending healing thoughts and prayers.
Andrea and family, We are saddened by your loss. May your memories sustain you through this difficult time
My deepest sympathies to you Aunt Karen and all my wonderful cousins. Uncle Tony was such a lovely family man, kind hearted and a wonderful storyteller. May he Rest In Peace ߙϰߏ»
Dear Karen and Family Very sorry to learn of your loss and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers . So many years have passed I have fond memories, it was fortunate for Ann Mgt to have such nice little playmates next door . With deepest sympathy Fondly Mary Lou OConnor