The Rotary Club of Enfield is honoring Enfield’s veterans by sponsoring military tribute banners that will be displayed in Higgins Park, the Town Green, Freshwater Walkway, North Main Street and Hazardville between Memorial Day and Veterans Day in 2026 and 2027. The Enfield Public Library partnered with Enfield Rotary to preserve digital versions of these banners as well as biographical information about each veteran.
patrick anthony tallarita
United States army 1955-1957
korean war
SP2
sharpshooter badge
Patrick Anthony Tallarita, born Pasquale Antonio Tallarita on December 10, 1933, to Luigi and Bernarda (Colca) Tallarita, is a lifelong Enfield resident with deep roots in the community. He served his country in Germany from 1955 to 1957, attaining the rank of Specialist 2 (SP2) and earning recognition as a sharpshooter.
Following his military service, Patrick built a long career working at Bigelow Carpet Mill, Wiremold, Hamilton Standard, and Kaman Aerospace, where he retired after 25 years. He also dedicated many years of service to his community as a Thompsonville Fire Commissioner.
Patrick was born on Church Street and later lived on Prospect Street before settling on Fairview Avenue, where he and his wife, Kay, raised their three children: Patrick, Kathleen, and Louis. He is also a proud grandfather and great-grandfather. He remains an active member of the community through his involvement with the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Society, volunteer work with Cox Community Television’s North Central Studio (E-TV), and participation at St. Patrick’s Church.
