Theodore Joseph Valentino Jr.

Theodore “Teddy/ TJ” Joseph Valentino Jr, 59, of Terryville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at home. He was born February 16, 1967, in Waterbury, CT and was the son of Theodore Sr. and Sandra (Ferry) Valentino of Punta Gorda, FL.

Teddy worked for many years at Arnolds bread as an independent distributor. He had lived much of his life in Wolcott and graduated from Wolcott High School. Teddy loved sports of all kinds, he excelled in many. He was always up for any board games or cards with his family. Outside of work and family life, Teddy was an excellent cook, he loved music, animals and had a vast knowledge of so many subjects. He will be truly missed.

Besides his parents, he leaves behind a daughter Samantha Valentino; his sister Tami Rae Pelletier and her husband Mat Pelletier Sr; his nephews Mat Pelletier Jr. and Michael Ray Pelletier; his aunts, Donna Sirignano, Katherine Russo and many cousins, extended family members and close friends.  

Please consider a small act of kindness in Teddy's memory.

Family and friends may visit at the Scott Funeral Home, 169 Main St, Terryville, on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 2-4 PM, with a service at 4. Burial at Calvary Cemetery, Waterbury will be private. www.scottfuneralhomeinc.com

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