Domenico Macchi

NORTH CANAAN — Domenico Macchi, 84, passed away on Jan. 6, 2021, surrounded by family and friends. 

Domenic was born on April 23, 1936, in Sheffield, Mass., the son of the late Mary and Rinaldo Macchi. 

Domenic grew up in Sheffield and moved to North Canaan, where he and his beloved wife, Rosemary, raised their family. 

Domenic owned a local produce store and he was very active in St. Joseph’s Parish.  Domenic was a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus. 

During his retired years, he was very active in the community and was always volunteering and selling raffle tickets for many town organizations and charities. 

Domenic was predeceased by his brother, Richard Macchi; and sister, Angeline Smith. 

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Rosemary; his three sons, Scott, Russell and Kevin; his grandchildren, Matthew, Samantha, Shelby and Tesla Macchi and William Poley; his sister, Sophie Miller; numerous nieces and nephews; and a community of friends and fellow Knights of Columbus brothers. 

Services will be held later this year.

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