Richard W. Bentley Jr. Obituary
We are sad to announce that on April 27, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Richard W. Bentley Jr. of Hamden, Connecticut. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard W. Bentley Jr. to show support.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Richard may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his nephew Kevin Woodward; and his father-in-law Pasquale Zacarelli. He is survived by: his wife Gale Bentley (Zacarelli); his daughter Heather Quilghini; his grandson D. J. Piccola; his sister Linda Woodward (John Coassin); his nephew Travis Woodward; his great-nieces, Laura and Maya Woodward; his mother-in-law Mary Zacarelli; and his brother-in-law Paul Zacarelli.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 2nd 2025 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the Beecher & Bennett Funeral Service - Hamden (2300 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06518). A prayer will be held on Friday, May 2nd 2025 at 12:30 PM at the same location.
