Philip Arcuri

Naugatuck, CT Philip A. Arcuri, 77, husband of Annette J. Arcuri, died peacefully on April 19, 2024 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in West Haven.

Phil was born November 25, 1946 in Waterbury, CT a son of the late Gabriel and Mary (Matos) Arcuri. Phil graduated from St. Francis School, Naugatuck High School and Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, IL. Phil worked as a facilities manager for 38 years at the Perkin Elmer, Hughes, Raytheon and Goodrich Companies, before retiring on October 12, 2008.

Phil was a proud United States Navy Veteran, having served from February 2, 1966 to February 7, 1972. From October 1969 through November 1969, he served aboard the USS Preston. Phil was a member of AMVETS, Post CT-43; American Legion, Post #17; Catholic War Veterans, Post #708; Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 47, Italian American War Veterans, Post #1; Veterans of Foreign Wars, Crusader Post 1946; Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 640 and the B.P.O. Elks, Lodge 967.

Phil enjoyed fishing, diner hopping with his grandson Andrew, Friday breakfast with his veteran brothers, lunches with his grandkids Ashlyn, Faith and Andrew, cooking for his wife and family and long rides, which always ended at Swan Lake.

In addition to Annette, his loving wife of 54 years, Phil is survived by his son, Adam Arcuri (Mary); his daughter, Alissa Arcuri (Henry); his brother, Gabe Arcuri (Jodie); his grandchildren, Amber Laptik, Ashlyn Arcuri, Faith Arcuri and Andrew Arcuri. He is also survived by beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Phil was predeceased by his sister, Mary Lou (Arcuri) Favale.

Phil’s family sends a special thank you to all of the doctors, nurses and support staff at the West Haven VA Medical Center.

Calling hours will be Monday, April 29, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the Buckmiller Thurston Mengacci Funeral Home, 82 Fairview Avenue, Naugatuck. A funeral service will be held immediately following calling hours at 7:00pm. The Naugatuck Veterans Council will assemble at 6:45pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers and to honor Phil’s memory, donations are requested to American Legion Post #17, P.O. Box 226, Naugatuck, CT 06770.