Bud Boccardi, 77 of East Haven, passed away April 27 at St. Raphael’s Hospital. He was born June 9, 1936, in Mt. Vernon, New York, to Leonard and Rose (Messenger) Boccardi. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Judy (O’Connor) Boccardi, and his brother Roger Boccardi.

Bud is survived by four children, Patricia Perry (David) of Northford, Laura Boccardi (Dan Paton) of Bristol, Ellen Boccardi (David Faymon) of Arizona, and Michael Boccardi (Dena) of Ansonia; and three grandchildren, Lauren Perry (fiancé Richard Ardito), Matthew Perry, and Rebecca Faymon. Bud is also survived by siblings Larry Boccardi (Lynda) of Milford, Pennsylvania, Michael Boccardi of Bronxville, New York, Jacqueline Boccardi of Branford, and sister-in-law Lucille Paolicelli of Florida.

Bud was a loyal husband, father, and grandfather, whose caring nature came through not only with his family but toward his many neighbors, friends, and customers. Among his family he was a selfless, dependable patriarch and always put the desires of others before his own needs. Bud played an active role in raising his grandchildren. He was a devoted father to his children and lovingly nursed his wife until her passing. In his business, he was diligent and hard-working until the very end and was known and loved by many in the community.

Family will receive friends on May 3 from 2 p.m. until the time of a brief service at 4 p.m. in the Clancy Funeral Home, 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. Burial will be private.