Antonio Del Rio

Antonio Del Rio, 81, of New Britain, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 9, 2026 at home. Born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Angel Del Rio and Obdulia (Olivera) Del Rio. Antonio was a New Britain resident since 1983 and was formerly employed as a Machinist.

Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Jose and Suzanne Del Rio, Alex and Lisa Del Rio; five grandchildren, Melissa, Alex, Erica, Joshua, and Justin; six greatgrandchildren, Melanie, Daniel, Victoria, Esmeralda, Ava, and Zyair; and his wife, Carmen Viruet. Antonio was predeceased by his first wife, Myrian Del Rio, and by a son, Abimael Del Rio.

Funeral services and calling hours will be held on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026 from 2-4 PM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 South Main St., New Britain. Following the services, there will be a small gathering at 15 Viets St., New Britain, CT from 4:30 PM to 8 PM.