Joseph J. DeRoma, Sr.

July 3, 1929 - November 15, 2017

At his home November 15, 2017 Joseph J. DeRoma, Sr. 88, of Hamden. Beloved husband of Helen Dufficy DeRoma. Loving father of JoEllen Wickwire (William) of North Haven and Joseph J. DeRoma, Jr. (Sandi) of Middlesex NC. Also survived by his cherished grandchild Shane Weymer (Bryana) great grandchildren Shane, Jr. Averi, Jackson and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by a brother Albert C. DeRoma and a sister Eileen DeClemente. Joseph was born in the Bronx, NY on July 3, 1929, son of the late Albert C. and Eileen Drake DeRoma. He proudly served his country during the Korean War with the US Army and was awarded the Korean Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal. Prior to his retirement he was a manager for Comcast in W. Palm Beach, FL. Mr. DeRoma lived for many years in Newburgh, NY and Stuart, FL. before moving to Hamden in 2007. Joe was an avid NY Giants and Met fan and had an incredible interest in trolley cars and trains. He was such a gift to his family and friends. Joe was easy to talk to and had a great sense of humor. His saying was "if you have family, you have everything". A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Rita Church. Entombment will follow at the All Saints Mausoleum. Calling hours are Sunday from 3 - 7 p.m. in Sisk Brothers Funeral Home 3105 Whitney Ave. Hamden. In lieu of flowers contributions to St. Rita Church, 1620 Whitney Ave. Hamden, CT. 06517. To leave an online condolence please visit www.siskbrothers.com