It is with deep sorrow that we announce Rob Annelli, age 71, of Middletown, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on January 31, with family by his side.

Born on May 13, 1954, he was the son of Henry and Mary Annelli. Rob grew up in Middlefield, Connecticut, and after graduating from Vinal Regional Technical School, he dedicated his working life to the construction industry. A highly skilled carpenter and later a construction supervisor, he contributed to hundreds of projects throughout the state. He took pride in pointing out homes and buildings he had worked on and was widely respected for his craftsmanship, dedication, and strong work ethic until his retirement.

Rob loved spending time with his younger brother, George, frequently working on projects together and talking about fishing with his older brother, Henry. He enjoyed conversations about vintage cars and was always ready to share stories from "the good old days." He found great happiness at home with his wife, spending peaceful hours on the back porch watching the wildlife, working in the yard, and mowing the lawn for hours on his favorite John Deere.

He married his best friend, Dianne (Foster) Annelli, and together they shared 42 years of marriage. Their life together was filled with hands-on projects, travel, time with family and friends, rescuing and loving many dogs and cats, and quiet dinners at favorite restaurants.

He is survived by his wife, Dianne, brother George Annelli (Joy), brother Henry Annelli (Diane), brother-in-law Douglas Foster, sister-in-law Brenda Bodnar (Dave), mother-in-law, Janet Hinman and many nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased in death by his parents, Henry and Mary Annelli and his sister, Elizabeth Annelli.

Calling hours and a brief service will be held on Friday, February 13 from 4-6pm with a short service beginning at 6 p.m. taking place at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver Street, Middletown, CT. Private burial will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Homeward Bound CT (homewardboundct.org) in his name.