John A. Capozziello, Jr, 64, of Sandy Hook died December 22 in Danbury Hospital. He was born in Bridgeport, August 11, 1951, and was a son of the late Frances (Rosen) and John A. Capozziello, Sr.

Mr Capozziello grew up in Sandy Hook, and attended Newtown schools. He was a creative self-employed house painter, and he loved shooting pool. His children John A. Sherwood of New Milford and Danielle Capozziello of Newtown; his longtime companion Mary Potter of Newtown; and seven brothers and sisters and their families survive him.

Friends may call Tuesday, December 29, at the Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown, from 4 to 7 pm. Funeral services will take place in the funeral home, at 7 pm. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery will be private.

Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.