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Mary-Ellen Chandler Obituary

CHANDLER, MARY-ELLEN Mary-Ellen Chandler, 64 of East Haven passed away May 22, 2013 peacefully at CT Hospice. She was born May 21, 1949 in New Haven to William and Dorothy (Peters) Lamb. Mary-Ellen is preceded in death by parents, infant granddaughter, Julia Kraszewski, and brother, William Lamb. She is survived by husband of 47 years, Thomas Chandler and children; Debbie Apotrias (Mark) of North Branford, Kathy Chandler of New Haven, grandchildren; Ayden Apotrias and Thomas Kraszewski. Mary-Ellen is also survived by sisters, Georgia Ferraiolo (Donald) of East Haven, Debra Germe of East Haven, brother, Joseph Lamb of Meriden and dear friend, Elsie Culligan of East Haven. Mary-Ellen was dedicated to her work and retired from the East Haven Public Works after 25 years of service. Blessed by her appreciation of life's simple gifts, she enjoyed her grandchildren, traveling and time spent on the ocean. Family and friends are invited to meet and attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, May 25, 2013 in St. Vincent de Paul Church, East Haven at 10:00 AM. Committal to follow at All Saints Cemetery, North Haven. Funeral services in the care of Clancy Funeral Home, 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. The family wishes to thank the staff at Smilow Cancer Hospital, especially the special care provided to her by nurse, Diana. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Lustgarten Foundation, 1111 Stewart Ave., Bethpage, NY, 11714 in memory of Mary-Ellen Chandler. www.ClancyFuneralHome.com

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Published by The New Haven Register from May 22 to May 23, 2013.

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Gary and Lisa Hoefling

May 24, 2013

Toby sorry to hear about your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

sandra lamb

May 24, 2013

We are very sorry to hear about Marys passing. She was a wonderful person.we are very saddened.our prayers are with Toby the girls and our family. I wish I could have kept in touch.rest in peace Mary.sandy Jim, billy and Tracy lamb

George Scharf

May 24, 2013

Thomas and Family, Sorry to hear of your loss. Even though we have lost contact over the years, I think of you and Jack often. In Oct when I am In Ct again I will Look you up. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
George Scharf

Michele Avallone

May 24, 2013

Debbie and Family
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Angelo, Michele, Anthony & Mikayla

Bob Trotta

May 23, 2013

Georgia and family,

I am very sorry to hear about your sister. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Barbara & Michael Consiglio

May 23, 2013

Dear Debbie and family,We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing We will keep her in our prayers as we have all along. May God bless her alway's & your family also.

May 23, 2013

Dear Toby, Kathy and Debbie,
I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Mary was a wonderful person and I will always remember all the times spent with her. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.
Laurie

carrie ferraiolo

May 23, 2013

Kind hearted, gentle natured Aunt Mary.
May the beautiful memories we have always remain and perhaps bring a smile through our tears.
Donny, Carrie, Carly, Marisa, Mike and Marla, Taylor, Michael, and Chase

Joe & Carmel Latella

May 23, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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