"Phil, although short in stature was a giant among men. I knew him well for many years and sailed with him on his boat from Fort Lauderdale to Bimini along with Phylls Harris more than once. I even did some legal work for him in Norwalk way back. He was a kind, smart and considerate man. He will be missed. Bob Grosby "
In loving memory of
Phillip Tarone
January 2, 1922 - February 6, 2016
Phillip Tarone, 94 passed away peacefully Saturday, Feburary 6, 2016 at his home in Windermere, FL of natural causes. He was born in Norwalk, CT to Benedetto and Maria Grazia Tucciarone, lived in Westport, CT and from 1985 resided in Florida. He was surrounded by his three loving daughters, Phillene M. Tarone of Plantation, FL, Tali E. Tarone-Petrucci of Norwalk, CT, Rainey M. Tarone of Monroe, CT, and his loving wife Jacqueline, with his two precious dogs Dolce and Gabbana. He is survived by his step-daughter Mary Sue Hartman and grandson Max of Windermere, FL, his daughter Patricia Howland and 2 grandchildren Rob and Steven of Simsbury, CT, and his niece Bernice "Butchie" Iannacone of Norwalk, CT and her two sons Jason and Shawn.
Phillip was a WWII veteran responsible for operating and assembling tanks in India and keeping the Burma Road open. He was an accomplished entrepreneur of many businesses and a prominent builder of countless custom homes and commercial properties. His interests included a passion for the ocean and speed boats, fishing, classic and sports cars, entertaining and cooking, especially his home-made pizza. He had a warm heart for children and animals and a great sense of humor. He was loved and adored by all and will be sadly missed.
A special thank you to Cornerstone Hospice of Florida for their compassionate and supportive care. Mr. Tarone will be cremated and no service will be held at his request.
Tributes
"To a Great Man and a Great Family. My Heart and Love to all. "
"There could never be enough space to type and enough words to describe what my dad (daddy as I've always called him) meant to me. I have never known (or will ever know) a man like him. Strong yet gentle, funny, your best friend to confide in, make pizza with, share cool times with (race around in his speedboat or car). His work ethic was unsurpassed. He worked hard for everything he had and his lessons and values will remain with me for the rest of my life. My daddy lived life to the fullest and every time I hear Frank Sinatra's "my way", It will always remind me of him. My sister's and I played it for him hours before he passed. It was our tribute to him, to a man who could NEVER, EVER be replaced. Who will be loved and missed more than words could ever express. I love you daddy and miss your voice, your laugh, your smile, and your beautiful eyes. I know you are with me always. Love is eternal and we will meet again. xoxo"
"Beverly and Thomas Jopling
Your struggles are over dear Phil and you are now at peace. We will miss you and your fabulous dinners.
We can't find a pizza like yours anywhere! Will miss your charm and your beautiful blue eyes.
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"Rest in peace Phil. Will miss those gorgeous blue eyes and your fabulous pizzas. We'll remember you each time I make eggplant which you taught us well."
"We loved and adored Phil- we will miss his amazing smile, beautiful eyes and contagious laugh. He was a great man- rest in peace. "