Iovanne/ N.H. Register
Joseph F. Lentine, 70, died unexpectedly at home February 12, 2015. He was the brother of Sally (Dr. Carl) Chi, uncle of Emily Fogler and Maria Chi and great uncle of Ben and Ella.
He was born in New Haven August 20, 1944 to the late Salvatore and Virginia Fasano Lentine.
Joe was an icon at the Owl Shop in New Haven for 50 years where he was a master tobacconist and manager. He took great pride in helping his customers, most of whom became friends through the years, select the perfect cigar or blend of tobacco. He enjoyed the time he spent with his co-workers and always made time to share a story or just sit and listen in on a conversation with friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday morning, February 17 at 10 a.m. in St. Mary Church 5 Hillhouse Ave. There will be no visiting hours and burial will be private. The Iovanne Funeral Home, Inc. is in care of Joe’s arrangements. Sign Joe’s guest book online at www.iovanne.com.