John (“Doc”) Sirico Sr., 100 a lifelong resident of New Canaan, CT died peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Monday, January 19, 2026. He was the son of the late Gaetano (Thomas) and Lizette (Elizabeth) Sirico.
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He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
John was born November 25, 1925, in New Canaan where he spent his lifelong years. John was the owner/operator of Sirico Builders constructing and remodeling homes in Fairfield County. He was known for his hard work, generosity and willingness to help others.
But more than anything he was a devoted husband, father and family man. He loved spending time with his family, sharing stories of his life. He was always there to offer guidance, support and encouragement no matter what challenges one faced.
John enjoyed hunting and golfing and was a standout basketball player for the Stamford Maroons and was honored several times by the New Canaan Old Timers. He also enjoyed socializing at the New Canaan Dunkin Donuts with many of the locals from town.
John served his country in World War II in the Navy (entering active duty on March 6, 1944) and was commissioned on the USS Franklin (nicknamed “Big Ben”) CV-13 aircraft carrier.
He is survived by his children, John Sirico, Jr. and wife Nancy, Karen Wenning and husband James, and his grandchildren Alison Sirco, Kylie Sirico, James Wenning, Jr and Kyle Wenning.
He is predeceased by his beautiful wife Irene (Mullen) Sirico, and siblings Domenic (“Coot”), Rose, Margaret, Angelina (“Ann”), Thomas (“Tommy”), Frank, Joseph (“Joey”), Rocco (“Rocky”), and James (“Jimmy”).
John will be cremated and a memorial service is expected to be scheduled within a couple of months at St. Aloysius Parish, 21 Cherry Street, New Canaan and, immediately followed by a burial at Lakeview Cemetery on Main Street in New Canaan.
The family is being compassionately cared for by the staff at Hoyt Funeral Home, 199 Main Street, New Canaan CT 06840
[This obituary appeared on the Hoyt Funeral Home website.]