Fred Ariola

November 25, 1966 - April 10, 2022

Frederic Mark Ariola, better known as Fred, was born November 25, 1966 to Anna Maria Carangelo and the late Thomas Michael Ariola, in Waterbury, Connecticut. He has always considered Connecticut his home. Fred graduated from Sacred Heart High School where he made lifelong friendships. He went on to Southern Connecticut State University and later received a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Florida International University. Fred was blessed with a loving wife, Aimee, and his children, Thomas and Isabella who he adored and was the best, most important part of his life. Fred took pride in spending all of his time living his life for his family, traveling, and making memories with his children that will now last them a lifetime. His best and happiest moments were spent on “Ariola Adventures.” He always looked forward to going back home to Connecticut and spending time with his mother Annie, brother Tom and wife Kristen, his sister Lorri and husband Sebby, nieces, nephew and many wonderful friends. Fred’s ability to light up the room with his larger than life personality, welcoming smile, quick wit, dry sense of humor, and his capacity to just have a good time, made him a friend to all. His passion for golf, love of the Boston Red Sox’s and everything Italian will always be remembered and celebrated. He will be deeply missed but will live on forever in the hearts of all those who loved him most as a husband, dad, best bro, son, brother and friend. Family and friends who wish to reminisce, and support the family are asked to attend funeral services that will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 16th , 2022 at Van Orsdel Funeral Home, 11220 N. Kendall Drive. Fred will be laid to rest alongside his father, in his hometown and favorite place, Waterbury, Connecticut. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Fred Ariola at https://gofund.me/f363a755.