James (Jimmy) Avitabile “Uncle Miz” of West Haven, CT entered into internal life on August 3, 2020. Son of the late, Alberico and Beverly Avitabile formerly of Orange, CT. He is survived by his brother Matthew (Jeanine) of New Haven, CT and Christopher (Abraxas) of Greensboro, NC. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Stephanie, Hans (Kaite), Devan (Delilah), Alicia (Tyler), Matthew, Michael, Cameron, Amari, Xienna, Aubrey, Giada, Quentin, and Mila. Predeceased by his nephew, Jaylen. Jimmy also leaves behind a host of family and friends.
Jimmy graduated from West Haven High School in 1980 and also attended Johnson and Whales Culinary Institute. Jimmy was a mastered tile mechanic for the Union, chauffeur for Hy’s Livery Service and Bayer Pharmaceuticals, and previous owner of Tile Perfection.
Jimmy loved to cook as much as loved to eat. He also loved collecting sports memorabilia and riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle. Jimmy was a big fan of the New York Giants and New York Yankees. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with friends and family.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 8th from 4:00-6:00pm at the Keenan Funeral Home at 238 Elm Street, West Haven, CT 06516.
Interment will be private.
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