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Claudio C. Romanacci, 78, of North Haven passed away peacefully on Oct. 11 at the Connecticut Hospice, Branford, with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 56 years to Marie Nacca Romanacci. Claudio was born in Livorno, Italy, on March 12, 1941, and was the youngest of six children of the late Joseph and Anita Tomei Romanacci.

He worked as an electrician at IBEW Local 90 for many years and later worked for Bayer Pharmaceutical until his retirement. Claudio enjoyed going to the gym, golfing, and bowling. His greatest joy was spending time with family and friends whom he loved unconditionally.

He was the father of Sandra Artaiz (Drew Lesnieski), Teresa Penna, and Claudia Bryant (Michael); and the grandfather of Andrew Penna, Nicholas Artaiz, Jason Bryant, Daniel Penna, Gabrielle Artaiz, Ryan Penna, and Alec Bryant. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to go directly to Saint Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish at Saint Francis Cabrini Church, 57 Pond Hill Rd., North Haven, for a Mass of Christian burial on Oct. 19 at 11:30 a.m. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405. For an online obituary, visit www.northhavenfuneral.com.