Charles J. Arrigoni Jr., 99, of Middlefield, passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Middletown on March 5, 1927, he was the son of the late Charles J. Arrigoni Sr. and Sylvia (Donatoni) Arrigoni. A graduate of Durham High School, Class of 1945, Charles proudly served his country in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.

Charles was the devoted husband of the late Elizabeth (Simmons) Arrigoni. Together they shared 60 years of marriage, building a loving family and a lifetime of cherished memories.

A lifelong member of the Durham and Middlefield communities, Charles was deeply committed to civic and charitable service. He was a Charter Member of the Durham Lions Club, a Life Member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE), and an active member of both the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). His dedication to serving others and supporting fellow veterans earned him the respect and friendship of many throughout the community. Charles was also, alongside his twin brother, and best friend Tom, owner and operator of both A&A Construction and A&A Package Store in Durham.

Charles is survived by his children, Russ Arrigoni (wife Sarah McKinney) of Middletown, Ray Arrigoni of Middletown, Bob Arrigoni and wife Kathy of Middlefield, Cindy Kindschi and husband Roger of Killingworth, as well as his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family members, and many dear friends. In addition to his wife and parents, he was predeceased by his beloved daughter Nancy Miller.

Family and friends are invited to attend visitation on Tuesday, November 10, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver Street, Middletown. Following the wake a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. at St. Colman's Church, Middlefield. Burial with military honors will follow at the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery, Bow Lane, Middletown. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charlie’s memory to Middlesex Hospice https://middlesexhealth.org/donate/hospice-donation-form and/or Disabled American Veterans of Connecticut http://www.disabledvetsct.org/. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.