Valentino Caruso, Past Parent

10/1/2026

Past Parent, Valentino Caruso, a lifelong resident of Hamden, died on September 26 at the age of 73 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was predeceased in 2025 by his wife Linda, his high school sweetheart. He is survived by his son, Dr. Valentino Caruso, Hamden Hall Class of 1999, and his daughter Dawn Stannard, two grandchildren, siblings. and extended family.

Valentino was a self-employed painter with a strong work ethic and pride in a job well done. He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew him.

Hamden Hall extends condolences to the Caruso family. Services have already taken place. To read full obituary, please click here.

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