Obituary of Adolph J. Betterini

Adolph J. Betterini, 93, a resident of Berlin passed away Monday, (Sept. 26, 2016) at home. He was the widower of Ruth (Meehan) Betterini who died Jan. 7, 1985. He was the youngest son of Adamo and Apollonia Betterini but the first to be born in America. He was predeceased by his brothers Nazzareno, Peter and Mario. Born and educated in New Britain, he served in Europe during World War II with the Mighty Eighth Air Force as a Flight Engineer for the 392nd Bomber Group. Adolph had a long career and retired from Fafnir Bearing Company. Throughout life, he maintained interests in cars, current events, and UCONN Husky basketball. A faithful member of St. Paul's Church, Adolph is survived by several nieces and nephews, including; William Betterini, Richard Betterini, Roger Betterini; Deborah Golan, and Patricia Giordano. Funeral services will be held Friday (Sept. 30, 2016) 9:00 AM the Farrell Funeral Home 110 Franklin Sq. New Britain, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM at St. Paul's Church, Kensington. Burial will follow in West Lane Cemetery, Berlin. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul's School 479 Alling St. Kensington, CT 06037.