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Emily D’Aversa Obituary

Emily (Farnsworth) D'Aversa passed away Saturday October 12, 2013 surrounded by her family. Emily was born in Ellsworth, Maine, on January 15, 1921, the daughter of Charlotte and Hubert Farnsworth.
She sang with the Middletown Tuners with her husband Dominic, who predeceased her. She was as accomplished artist and writer, writing poetry and short stories for her family. She enjoyed sharing her life's experiences with the many people who knew and cared for her.
Emily is survived by her children; Donna DiMauro of Middletown, Charlene Libby of Bath, ME, Patricia Harris of Plainfield and Michael Bearce of Buckfield, ME. She had 8 grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her sister, Gertrude Smith of Bar Harbor, ME.
There will be no calling hours. Interment will be in Maine. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that charitable contributions be made to Middlesex Hospice and Palliative Care at 28 Crescent Street, Middletown, CT 06457. Biega Funeral Home has care of the arrangements. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Middletown Press from Oct. 14 to Oct. 15, 2013.

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Grace DiMauro

October 16, 2013

Patty, Words alone cannot express the true depth of my feelings. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Hollie Cahill

October 14, 2013

There are no words to express how devastated I am for this loss.Emily was like my bestfriend I will always remember our laughs and our talks.I Loved hearing her stories about Maine.I am grateful I was able to care for her she will forever hold a place in my heart.My condolences are with the family in this time of need.

Hollie Cahill

October 14, 2013

Words cannot express how devastated I am.Emily was like my best friend I enjoyed caring for her deeply. She was always there to talk to and I loved hearing her stories about Maine.She will forever hold a place in my heart.I'm so sorry for the loss my condolences to the whole family.

October 14, 2013

Mom D, A. Charlene, A. Patty, Uncle Mike,
So sorry to hear of the passing of nana..
May she rest in peace with Grandpa . love and sympathy to you all..

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