Andrew Vincent Ippolito, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, in Westport, Connecticut, on February 9, 2026, at the age of 95. Born in Long Island City, New York, Andrew lived a life rich in family, career, and service.

He was married to Constance Mary Ippolito, who predeceased him in 2020. He is survived by his three children: Jenette, Paul (and his wife Lisa), and Michael (and his wife Caroline). He also leaves behind grandchildren Vanessa (and her husband Steve), Andraya (and her husband Keenan), Andrew, Dimitra, Michael, Sofia, Paul, Christofer, and Lucas. His legacy continues through his great-grandchildren: Vanessa’s daughters, Cosette and Charlotte, and Andraya’s children, Daniel, Keenan, Jaxon and Josephine.

A proud veteran of the Korean War, Andrew graduated from Georgetown University in International Affairs and later earned a Master’s in Library Sciences from Pratt University. He spent the majority of his career at Newsday, where he led the research and library department, and later founded Library Directory Associates.

Andrew was deeply involved in politics throughout his life and attended the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. He was known for his kindness, leadership, and dedication to family and community.  He touched the lives of so many people throughout his life.

A wake will be held on Sunday, Feb. 15, at Harding Funeral Home, 210 Post Road East, Westport, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Monday Feb. 16, at St. Luke’s Church, 49 Turkey Hill Road North, Westport, Connecticut, at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Willowbrook Cemetery, 395 Main Street, Westport, Connecticut. Condolences for the Ippolito family may be left online at www.hardingfuneral.com. Contributions in memory of Andrew in lieu of flowers may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital online at www.stjude.org