We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Virgil Procaccini . Collecting your stories and memories here will offer us great comfort. As we plan virtual and in person gatherings, we will share details here. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
OBITUARY
On July 14th, 2020, Dr. Virgil V. Procaccini of Trumbull entered into eternal rest at his home, surrounded by his loving wife and children, following a prolonged illness. He was born in Bridgeport on August 13th, 1934, to Virgil and Patricia (Cingari) Procaccini. A graduate of Central High School, Virgil attended Fairfield University, where he sang in the University Glee Club and continued to do so as an alumnus for many years.
... see moreOn July 14th, 2020, Dr. Virgil V. Procaccini of Trumbull entered into eternal rest at his home, surrounded by his loving wife and children, following a prolonged illness. He was born in Bridgeport on August 13th, 1934, to Virgil and Patricia (Cingari) Procaccini. A graduate of Central High School, Virgil attended Fairfield University, where he sang in the University Glee Club and continued to do so as an alumnus for many years.
Virgil attended Georgetown Dental School, graduating in 1960. He opened his dental practice in his family home on Main Street in Bridgeport, next door to his dad’s barbershop. Virgil loved his profession and was dedicated to his patients, many of whom became close friends. He continued to practice dentistry into his 80s. A colleague of Virgil’s affectionately referred to him as “the oldest practicing dentist in the world!” The day his health forced him into retirement was a sad one.
Virgil was always ready to tell a joke or talk about a recipe. He was a member of the Bacio Italian Club and the Elks Lodge #36. He loved spending time with family, and of course, cooking for them. Sunday dinners were a family tradition in his home. He was happiest when he was surrounded by his loved ones. Lucky for him, that was often. His home was full of love, laughter, and noise. Noise, mostly provided by his youngest grandsons, Sean, Travis, Jaxson and Aiden. Virgil also enjoyed the occasional poker game at the club. The last months of his life were challenging ones, but he faced them in true Virgil fashion - a joke and a smile, with a touch of sarcasm.
Virgil leaves behind his loving wife of 40 years, Patricia, and their daughters, Tricia Johnson and husband, David, of Trumbull and Kelly Perry and husband, Nick, of Trumbull. Virgil is also survived by daughter, Deirdra Preis and her husband, Dana, of Easton, four sons, Virgil Procaccini and his wife, Joanne, of Newtown, Francis Procaccini of Stratford, Declan Procaccini and his wife, Lisa of Newtown, and Damon Procaccini of Bridgeport. He is also survived by two brothers, Vincent Procaccini and his wife, Joyce of Sarasota, Florida, Robert Procaccini, of Brandford, and twelve grandchildren.
The family is humbled by the care and compassion provided by the very special nurses and aides especially Angelica Retome, Kelly LaFrance, Molly Mitchell, Phyllis Ferraro and Laura Gallagher.
Due to the concerns at this time surrounding social gatherings, there will be no calling hours. A memorial service and celebration of Virgil’s life will be held at a later date, when gatherings in larger groups are permitted.
There are so many things to be said about Mr Procaccini I wouldn’t know where to begin. The world truly feels like there’s a piece missing now that he’s not here but his memories will always bring a smile to my face. Between all the Jokes, recipe... moreThere are so many things to be said about Mr Procaccini I wouldn’t know where to begin. The world truly feels like there’s a piece missing now that he’s not here but his memories will always bring a smile to my face. Between all the Jokes, recipe talks but mostly how the first thing he would ask was how are your parents, Eric and the kids and he sincerely wanted to know. He will forever be missed by me and my family. less
When I think of Dr. P, I immediately have to smile. He was one of those people that always made you laugh. Some of my favorite memories were at Jax or Aiden's birthday parties. He would pat the seat next to him and tell me to sit down, always asking if I... moreWhen I think of Dr. P, I immediately have to smile. He was one of those people that always made you laugh. Some of my favorite memories were at Jax or Aiden's birthday parties. He would pat the seat next to him and tell me to sit down, always asking if I was taking vitamins and which ones I enjoyed. Kel would jokingly tell him to leave me alone but secretly, I love chatting with him. He would ask about school and life, always mentioning at the end to say hello to my parents. Virg was a true gentleman in every sense and a person who loved his family. I will miss him at the boys' birthday parties, seeing him cooking at the stove and or waving hi to him as he sat in his recliner downstairs. Lots of hugs and love to the entire family but especially to Patty, Tricia and Kel. Xoxo less
Anytime I think of Virg I always remember him sitting at the kitchen table with his radio and a cup of coffee greeting me with a smile and “what’s going on?” He always had words of wisdom for us to match any silly drama we brought to the table. My... moreAnytime I think of Virg I always remember him sitting at the kitchen table with his radio and a cup of coffee greeting me with a smile and “what’s going on?” He always had words of wisdom for us to match any silly drama we brought to the table. My greatest memory was a late night cooking session when Kelly and I returned home from a night out, probably at Hula Hanks, and there was Virg, white t-shirt and boxer shorts cooking meatballs! As Kelly and I laughed with Virg, we woke up PP and she met us in the hall to tell us we better be quiet! She then says, “where’s Virg?!” And at that point he had moved on from cooking meatballs to now sitting at the kitchen table “eating corn!” Lol it probably doesn’t translate well but it always makes me laugh all these years later. I’m thankful for his advice and his cooking tips which I still use to this day. I feel like this Irish girl can make a pretty good sauce and a lot of that is thanks to Virg! He will be missed but never forgotten. Lots of love to PP, Kelly, Tricia and the rest of the family. Xoxo less
I am so grateful to have so many memories of Virg. He was one of the funniest people I’ve ever known. He told many stories (with his eyes closed) one of my favorites was from his childhood when he traded his puppy for a piece of pie because as he said... moreI am so grateful to have so many memories of Virg. He was one of the funniest people I’ve ever known. He told many stories (with his eyes closed) one of my favorites was from his childhood when he traded his puppy for a piece of pie because as he said numerous times he “loved that dog but loved that pie more”. I will never forget having a dental procedure done and once it was I asked what he was prescribing for the pain, in which he quickly responded to take some Advil and a couple of shots of jagermeister and that would take care of the pain! At the time I wanted to punch him, but years later still makes me laugh because it was so Virg. I will always remember the many Procaccini Sunday dinners that I was invited to, Sunday pasta was always yummy. The one time Virg allowed me to cook one of MY recipes in his kitchen he stood over my shoulder telling me all I had done wrong in the recipe that he had never made before. Again, so Virg. When I picture him he will always be in head to toe black. He was so handsome in which he turned into he was so “hot” in black. He truly will be missed by all, but hopefully the memories with him and of him will help everyone get through this. Sending all my love to everyone, Especially Patty, Kelly and Tricia. Love you all.
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