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Joseph Anthony Vallombroso, 84, of East Haven passed away peacefully on Dec. 1 in Yale-New Haven Hospital. Joseph was born in New Haven, a son of the late Alfonse and Fannie DelVecchio Vallombroso.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Christine D’Addio Vallombroso. He is also survived by his older brother Andrew Vallombroso of North Haven and was predeceased by his younger brother Robert Vallombroso. Joseph is also survived by his many sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews, and many great-nieces and -nephews and wonderful lifelong friends, all of whom adored the gentle soul of “Uncle Joe,” Joey, or Joe Val. He always spoke well of everyone and never had a disagreement with anyone. He truly will be missed by all who loved him.

Since a young age, Joe was always interested in building, reading, and painting. He owned A & J Builders and worked exclusively for Anderson-Wilcox in Branford in his later years. He enjoyed travel and many cruises with his wife, and they enjoyed the past 18 winters in Palm Springs, Florida. The casino was his favorite place to enjoy overnight stays on special occasions. Joe was an avid reader and loved history. Joe loved life! He loved his country and served faithfully in the Army from 1957 to 1963. He had high clearance from the FBI because of his work in High Headquarters in Heidelberg, Germany. He received the good conduct medal and was honorably discharged.

Relatives and friends were invited to a Christian Service Dec. 5. in the Porto Funeral Home, 234 Foxon Rd. (Rte. 80), East Haven. Entombment followed in All Saints Cemetery. Friends called Dec. 5. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or at www.stjude.org. For an online obituary or to sign Joe’s guest book, visit www.portofuneralhomes.net.