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Nancy Sousa Obituary

Nancy Ann Sousa, 51, of Wethersfield, died Monday, April 22, 2013, at home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Dover, Del., she was the daughter of Mary Ann (Sarli) Sousa of Somers and the late Edward K. Sousa Jr. She was a graduate of Enfield High School, Class of 1980, and Albertus Magnus College. She was the founder and owner of Town Line Laundromat in Rocky Hill. A gifted and avid professional singer, she was known throughout the area as an outstanding vocalist for some of the top bands. She shared her voice at Susan G. Komen events as well as numerous nursing homes. She was active in the Susan G. Komen Connecticut Foundation and was recognized by them as the recipient of the Connecticut Komen RuthAnn Lobo Award. She was also a member of the Rocky Hill Chamber of Commerce. Nancy was passionate about her family and friends and was an inspiration to many for her tenacity and vitality.

Besides her mother, she is survived by her brother, Edward K. Sousa III of Somers; her sister, Christina M. Sousa of Enfield; and many other extended family and friends. She especially loved her cat, Guido.

The funeral is Friday with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in Corpus Christi Church, 601 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield. Burial is private. The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd., Wethersfield.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, 74 Batterson Park Road, Farmington CT 06032.

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Published by Journal Inquirer from Apr. 24 to Apr. 28, 2013.
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Miss her Spirit dearly....

DAVID NEGRI

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May 9, 2019

I just found out about Nancy today when I went into the store. I am so so sorry to hear of her passing. What a sweet, kind woman she was! Deepest condolences.

Karen Haslam

September 20, 2013

Nancy and I were in a few of Mr. Demaio's music classes together back at Enfield High. We had so much fun in our times together!! I mostly remember laughter (and playing and singing). I am so very sorry to hear that she has passed.

lauren salva

June 5, 2013

My cousin Nan,
I miss you sooo much that I cry everyday. I know you wouldn't want me to cry but when you always had a guardian angel by your side to give you strength to carry on and get thru dark days and nights, you were my HERO. I heard the song "The Rose" as I was sitting outside in my yard and listening to the chirping of the birds, and knew without a doubt in my heart it was you singing to me, after the song was over, a beautiful red cardinal appeared in the tree and just sat in peace. I will always be your little Pizzelle patty and continue making them in your honor. Shame on me when I wasn't feeling well and complained at times,and you never did, not once did I ever see you sad or in pain, after all you went thru. Nan I miss you so much but I know that Guido is so happy that his mom is with him, please give my Sammy a hug and smooches for me. Just remember "The Rainbow Bridge", we will all get there and meet again.
Love always Pizzelle Patty XXXOOO

Patty Eldridge

May 2, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Sousa Family. Nancy was one of my favorite singers/friends, and I will truly miss her exuberence anytime I performed with her, especially every Christmas morning. God Bless you all.

David Negri

April 29, 2013

My SweetP,
One week ago today, you journied on to the place where all angels sing. I still can't believe you are really gone. Doug and I went to The Marriott, now The Sheraton and Mike and Maryann's hearts are broken and ache for the loss of the great one, YOU! No longer will I have my Sweetp to share Time Capsules with - this year would have been our 10th year. I don't know how I will ever be able to read through these least 9 years but in time, when I do, I'll remember all the great nights of our Time Capsules - the many bottles of wine, laughter and tears. I feel you all around me and I thank God for you. Didn't I tell you where you were going was going to be unbelievable????? I love you.

SweetP

Chris Benson Rose

April 29, 2013

"Mary Ann & Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy.

Mahmod Salameh

April 28, 2013

"Mary Ann, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter, Nancy
Mahmod salameh(hopewell junction NY)

April 28, 2013

Dear Mary Ann,
I was so sad, so heartbroken, to find out on Friday, when I went to wash my clothes, that Nancy had died. From the start, she and you have been so friendly to me at the Laundromat. And I quickly came to see that Nancy was a remarkable person, that she was living her life with courage, that she had a great positive energy - a joy, an appreciation of life, a love - which came through in her smile and in her eyes and which touched so many people. She was, she is, an inspiration to me. Mary Ann, you and your family, and your wonderful daughter Nancy, are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you.

Rich Renock

April 28, 2013

Mary Ann & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy. She was a lovely person and a one who made us all a little better. I got to know Nancy becuase we assisted in getting into the Laundromat business. She was a bright, intelligent young woman who was a pleasure to know. She will be missed. Our thoughts go out to her friends and family. Please contact me if I can be of any assistance. Our loving thoughts.

Karl Hinrichs

April 28, 2013

Mary Ann, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter, Nancy. She was full of life and always had a wonderful smile on her face. I truly adored her. I will miss seeing her.

Mary Anne Elsner

April 27, 2013

Mary-Ann and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Nancy from the store and we had great conversations. I will always treasure our conversations when I was going through the waiting to find out if I had breast cancer. Thankfully it came back negative. I know if it wasn't for Nancy's words of wisdom I would never have been able to make it through those few weeks. You will always be with me. God Bless

Kathy Dwyer

April 26, 2013

Dear Mary Ann, Christina, Ed and family, Lynn and I were so very sorry to hear of the loss of Nancy Ann. We only met her once,but will forever remember her courage,strength,and her powerful spirit..just like her Mom's. May God be with all of you,for sure he is with Nancy Ann, with our sincerest sympathies and love, Lynn M. Begin and Michael Petroski

Michael Petroski

April 26, 2013

I am heartbroken...I filled in for her on gigs with the Mainstreet band, when she wasn't feeling good. Nancy was very positive & put up that fight with dignity. She always had a beautiful smile on her face & always made me laugh. Sending my sincere sympathy to her family & friends.

Leslie McMahon

April 26, 2013

Dear Sousa Family,
I was so sad to hear the news about Nancy.What a kind soul.I had the pleasure of working with her and she was a true professional. Her spirit and voice were magical. She was a breath of fresh air. I cant believe she is gone but will remember her always with that radiant smile and positive attitude.Nancy's spirit enlightened many people and thats why God decided to take her.
My deepest apologies.
Jeff

Jeff Pitchell

April 26, 2013

I am deeply sadden by Nancy's passing. She will be greatly missed.

Patricia Deperry

April 25, 2013

I was in total shock when I saw your beautiful daughter's picture in the newspaper. Maryann, my heart goes out to you and your family during this very sad time. She is no longer suffering and she is now in the hands of the Lord. I will be in touch.
June & Richard Smeltz

June Smeltz

April 25, 2013

Mary Ann, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. Please accept my sincere sympathy. My prayers are with you as you mourn your loss.
Frances D'Onofrio Kosenko

April 25, 2013

Dear MaryAnn, Eddie and Chrissy

Jim and I cannot even put into words how we feel about Nancy passing. We do know that she is singing with the Angels. We loved her dearly and her smiling face and laughter . She lit up a room when she was in it. May God give you the strength to carry on and honor her memory by being strong. We love you so much and our prayers are
with you everyday.

love
Aunt Barb and Uncle Jim

April 25, 2013

We are deeply sorry for the loss of your daughter, sister & friend. It is never easy to lose such a beloved & beautiful person. We hope she is at peace seranading the angels above with her wonderful voice. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.

Mike & Robin Bourassa

April 25, 2013

I'm shocked to hear of Nancy's passing. I hadn't seen her in a long time so I don't know the circumstances. I do know she leaves behind a world less vivacious, less full of music and humor and humanity. rest in peace, Nancy. thank you for lending your beautiful voice to our wedding all those years ago.

April 25, 2013

My prayers go out the the Sousa family for the loss of Nancy. I haven't seen her in years but I will always remember her singing in the HB Stowe "All Purpose Room" and we were so flabergasted at her incredible voice at for a 5th grader. God bless her and your entire family.

Caren Iacolino

April 25, 2013

Dear Mary Ann and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Debby & I have known Nancy for 20 years, and I will never forget her charming smile and happy nature about everything. She will truly be missed. God Bless.

Ron Nogas

April 25, 2013

Dear Nancy and family, I am so sorry to hear about Nancy from Gary this morning, she was a very special person. May God bless all of you at this time.

Barbara Uliano

April 25, 2013

Mary Ann and family: I am so very sorry for your loss of Nancy. What a beautiful person she was, inside and out. She always smiled and accepted what God presented her. I was only a customer of hers, and only for a short two years. But she made me feel like we were lifelong friends. I will pray for her soul. May Nancy rest in peace.

Gerry Ouellette

April 25, 2013

Dear Sousa Family -

My thoughts and prayers are with you for the loss of your wonderful Nancy. She always had a welcoming spirit of joy for everyone she met. Her challenges were many, but she fought her battle with such grace and sense of humor. I'll always remember her voice...she was a talented vocalist! Nancy, rest in peace girl. The choir in heaven are blessed to have you. God's
Blessings to you and your loving family.

Cheryl Venora Carabillo

April 25, 2013

Dear Mary Ann and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter...My thoughts and prayers are with you all...

Mavis Murphy

April 25, 2013

To the Sarli and Sousa Families - My heart broke this morning when I saw Nancy's beautiful face on this page. Though I only knew her a brief time, I thought of her often and felt honored to have met her. Her light shone brightly and now is even brighter and purer than ever. God's blessings and grace will see all of you through this time. Godspeed, Nancy! -Carol Wadding Lemieux and Raymond Ortiz

Carol Lemieux

April 25, 2013

I am so sorry for what we have alllost.Nancy was a very dear friend who I always trusted completely.She was the most loyal and had a heart of pure gold.Nancy was a fantastic singer and a great coworker who never let you down.She had the best smile,spirit and strength.I have always loved her and will miss her till we meet again.

David Stoltz

April 25, 2013

Auntie Maryanne, Chrissy,Eddie,I am so sorry to hear about Nancy's passing ,we all grew up together shared many happy memories,I one I will cherish most is when she sang at my wedding... Nancy had the voice of and Angel,she will be deeply missed .May God bless you and your family my love always Michelle

michelle phillips

April 24, 2013

To the Sousa Family,

I met Nancy a few times through her store and we had numerous conversations.
She was a very nice person and always willing to help other people, though she carried her own burdens. I liked Nancy a great deal and appreciated her kindness. I am very sorry for your loss.

Mark Lewis

April 24, 2013

To the Sousa Family: Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of Nancy's passing. She was always upbeat and greeted you with a smile and a great hug. I know that your loss is painful and I know Nancy is in the arms of the Lord along with her dad and grandmother. Rest in peace dear Nancy.

Kathleen Sousa

April 24, 2013

To auntie Mary Ann Eddie and Chrissy! My deepest and saddest sympathy to you all! one of my fondest memories of Nancy We're all the times that she was coaxed into singing all of our family functions! Which at times she didn't seem to fond of the did it anyways! god bless you all this awful time!

Michael discawicz

April 24, 2013

Will always love you my friend....and remember the good times...see you at the next gig........

Karin Barth

April 24, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Nancy's death and my thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones. I served as chaplain at Albertus when she was a student there and I know I speak for may when I say that we were blessed to have her in our midst. May the angels lead her into paradise and may she rest in peace.
Donna M. McKenzie, Ph.D.
former chaplain, Albertus Magnus College

April 24, 2013

I met Nancy at an event for breast cancer survivors and told her more about the Komen organization...and she jumped right in. What a wonderful, high-spirited person Nancy was.....and she was a tremendous asset to the Komen CT Organization. I shall so very much miss our annual HUG at the Survivor breakfast each year. Rest in peace, Nancy.
Pauline Kezer

Pauline Kezer

April 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. My encounter with Nancy was attending venues where Nancy's voices echoed through with great music and made me smile. We really enjoy her performance this past summer at the concert here in East Granby. May each of you find comfort in your memories of Nancy.

Dorian (Heath) Owens

April 24, 2013

Aunt MaryAnn, Cousin Chrissy and Eddy: I hope you have friends to comfort you, memories to strengthen you and love to bring you peace...I will miss Nancy dearly...she was THE MOST positive person I know!
Love Doreen, Zachary and Alyssa Bowen

April 24, 2013

The first day I met Nancy we laughed so hard our ribs were hurting. Our bond was formed that day. When jobs changed she was always ready for the next challenge and cancer never got in her way of taking risks. We cried and laughed, but mostly and almost always.. laughed at life. I feel so far away being in Philly, but my heart and soul are with Nancy and her family. I feel blessed that I got to meet her wonderful sister, Christina, who I feel I have known forever, because she spoke of her and loved her deeply. Nancy's eyes and smile lit up any room and is imbedded in my heart forever! She is and will always be an angel to all those she touched in this life. I love you Nancy. Prayers to all of her family and friends! xoxoxoxo Peg

Peg Varani

April 24, 2013

To Ed and family...I am so sorry to hear this.. I wish you all the utmost strength during this very difficult time.. I remember Nancy from many many years ago and have seen her perform over the years...such a bundle of energy and so talented.. God bless

Trish (Cormier) Danielson

April 24, 2013

May her soul, and the souls of all the faithfully departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen. And may a perpetual light shine upon her, Amen.

Paul Carr

April 24, 2013

Our hearts go out to our very close friends and extended family Mary Ann, Eddie and Christina Sousa. We will forever be linked together due to the incredible 34 year bond and friendship of our sister's Susan and Nancy. Nancy was a dear friend, Maid of Honor, Godmother and very much a loving "sister" to Sue. I will always be truly grateful to Nancy for all she has done for Sue and our family with her laughter, love and endless caring. Our ties have grown even deeper with our relationships extending to Mary Ann, Eddie and Christina. One big Italian family. We love you all and our thoughts will forever be with you. Nancy was very special and in every sense of the word a star with that million dollar smile and the voice of a goddess. Forever a Scarfo favorite will be Nancy singing the ballad 'The Rose' by Bette Midler. You will sorely be missed. May God bless you all. Mary Ann, Greg, Chris and Pamela Scarfo

Chris Scarfo

April 24, 2013

our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
mr. and mrs. lumpy

April 24, 2013

The good Lord wanted his singing Angel by his side...big hug to all she has left behind.

Mary Morenz

April 24, 2013

Chrissy, Eddie and MaryAnn...our deepest and heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your beloved sister/daughter. We are shocked to hear this news. Nancy was always such a bright light that will shine on in our hearts forever. Love and prayers.
Lynda Baio
Cynthia Baio-Larue

Lynda Baio

April 24, 2013

To Mary Ann: Im so sorry for your loss, all that knew Nancy will miss her...she is in a better place... Fay Mckeown

Faith Mckeown

April 24, 2013

My SweetP,
I cant believe I'm looking at your beautiful face on the obituary page. Your determination to fight for life was one that will carry me forever. I learned much from your 19 year journey of battling this dreaded disease and also from these last few weeks when you were facing death. I'll treasure my sleepovers and our nights of laughter and reminiscing. I feel especially blessed to have heard your words last Thurs on how much you enjoyed our talk. I believe you woke the following morning with a peace and resolve that you hadn't experienced before and 4 days later, you were gone.
We shared a precious friendship of complete trust in each other - we always had each other's backs. I miss you so much already but I am so happy your long fight is over- God was merciful.
The bands in Heaven now have another fabulous singer and I know your wings will be protecting all of those loved ones you leave. I'm sure your Dad and Grandma brought your thru the gates and Guido must be so happy to have his mommy home with him - he was such a good buddie.
Rest well my beloved friend - I know you will continue to be by my side. I turned on the radio yesterday and "My Guy" came on - I knew it was you and I laughed thinking back on Vince's party when we sang him that song. Life was sooo good with you!

I'll love you forever

Your SweetP

Chris Benson Rose

April 24, 2013

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