Sebastian Peter Finocchiaro Sr.

Sebastian Peter Finocchiaro Sr., 68, of Berlin, husband of Elaine Partridge, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021 after one, last, fabulous Thanksgiving dinner party.

Born in Floridia, Sicily, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Sebastiana (Cannistraro) Finocchiaro.  Sebby was a long time Hartford resident before moving to Berlin 18 years ago. Known for his gregarious nature, he loved a good party.  He recently enjoyed his 50 ^th High School reunion for Bulkeley High School, class of 1971.

He had a long career in insurance and had retired from United Heathcare as a Senior Data Analyst in 2019.  He was a member of the Southington Elks Lodge and a regular at the Wakefield Elks Club Friday night dinners. Sebby especially enjoyed his time as a seasonal camper at Wordens Pond Campground in South Kingston, RI.

Surviving are his wife Elaine Partridge; his daughter, Jennifer Finocchiaro of Meriden, a son, Sebastian Finocchiaro Jr. of Hartford; a brother Rosario (Rita) Finocchiaro of Canton; two sisters, Josephine Finocchiaro of Cromwell and Maria (James) Devery of Owls Head, ME; a brother-in-law, William Partridge (Elaine) of Watertown, MA; a sister-in-law, Jeanne Benedict (Mark) of Newtown; a very loved granddaughter, Sadie Higgins; and many relatives and friends.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings, Joseph Finocchiaro, Santo Finocchiaro, and Teresa Italia.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 10 AM at Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home, 411 South Main St., New Britain.  Burial will be in Maple Cemetery, Berlin.  Calling hours are Tuesday from 4-7 PM at the funeral home.  Masks are required.   Memorial donations may be made to American Diabetes Association – New England, 260 Cochituate Rd., #200, Framingham, MA 01701.