Obituary of Peter E. Mucherino

Peter E. Mucherino, age 82, of Fairfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at St. Vincent's Medical Center, Bridgeport. Born in Bridgeport, CT on August 23, 1938 he was a son of the late Louis and Jenny (Puglio) Mucherino.

Peter was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army. He had worked for the City of Bridgeport as Manager of the Transfer Station before his retirement with over 25 years of dedicated service. After his retirement he enjoyed assisting his nephew, Charlie Wade for 20 years at Bud's Truck & Diesel Service, Inc. Peter also served as the arena director for the RR Rodeo Company from 1977-2010. He will be fondly remembered for his strong work ethic. He was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

He is survived by his brother, Joseph Mucherino and his wife Judy of Trumbull and his sister-in-law, Ann Mucherino of Charlottesville, VA, as well as several loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters and brothers, Dorothy DiBiase, Ralph Mucherino, Dominic Mucherino, Louis (Duke) Mucherino, Patsy Mucherino, Nicholas Mucherino, Jennie Pelletier, Marie Wade and Robert Mucherino.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at 12:15 p.m. in Section 9 of St. Michael Cemetery, Stratford. Masks are required and social distancing will be practiced. Due to concerns surrounding social gatherings all other funeral services will be held privately for the immediate family.