Antonio Deriu

Waterbury – Mr. Antonio Deriu, age 90, of Waterbury passed away
Tuesday March 17, 2026 at Waterbury Hospital. He was the husband of
Francesca (Sau) Deriu.
Mr. Deriu was born December 14, 1935 in Pozzomaggiore, Sardinia, Italy
son of the late Paolo and Giuseppina (Pinna) Deriu. He was the owner and
operator of Deriu and Sons Auto Service Inc. in Waterbury, was a
communicant of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Waterbury and was an
avid soccer fan.
In addition to his wife Francesca, Mr. Deriu is survived by his sons: Marco
Deriu of Waterbury and Roberto Deriu (Darlene Gerhard) of Waterbury, his
sister: Maria Rosa Calaresu of Italy and his brother: Paolo Deriu of
Waterbury. He was predeceased by his brothers: John Deriu and Pinuccio
Deriu.
In accordance with Mr. Deriu’s wishes, no formal funeral services will be
held. Community Funeral Home, The Corona Family Funeral and
Cremation Services 72 Waterbury Road (Next to the Post Office) in
Prospect, is honored to be assisting Mr. Deriu’s family.