Dennis J. Garafolo

Dennis "Garf" Garafolo, 69, of Ellington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 14, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born in Hartford on June 3, 1953, he was the son of the late Louis and Frances (Lombardo) Garafolo. He was a 1971 graduate of South Catholic High School, where he excelled in basketball and golf. He was employed at ISSCO and Sinco, where he excelled in sales for over 40 years.

Dennis will be most remembered for his love for his family, entertaining everyone, and being a remarkable father. He was most passionate about fishing, baseball, and UConn basketball. Dennis is survived by his sister, Gloria Garafolo of Hartford; his two sons, Nicholas and Matthew Garafolo of Vernon; his loving and supportive girlfriend, Robyn Iacobucci and many other extended family members and friends.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Dennis' nurses and caregivers for keeping him comfortable and happy while at Hartford Hospital. In addition, the family would like to express gratitude to his neighbors, Mike and Elaine, for their overwhelming support.

Calling hours will be held Saturday, August 20, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m concluding with a Celebration of Life Service at 1 p.m. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Weathersfield. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Dennis may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), 20 Batterson Park Rd., Suite 302, Farmington, CT 06032. To share a memory of Dennis with his family, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.