December 21, 2020
2006
WATERBURY Mr. Richard L. Pagano, 87, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, Dec. 21, 2020. He was the beloved husband of Theresa A. (Catapano) Pagano.
Rich was born in Waterbury on May 17, 1933, the son of the late Julius Ceasar and Anna (Carozza) Pagano. He was a graduate of Crosby High School where he excelled in football. He boxed as a welter weight at the YMCA for several years. He attended one year at Fairfield University before entering the U.S. Army serving his country honorably during the Korean conflict. He was the owner/operator of J.C. Pagano Construction Company for over 60 years until his retirement.