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Grace Iannone Obituary
Grace DiFranco Iannone, age 97, of Southington, Connecticut, beloved wife of the late Anthony L. Iannone, passed away on May 18, 2020 from complications due to COVID-19. Grace was born in Georgetown, Connecticut to the late Salvatore and Filippina DiFranco and graduated from Ridgefield High School and attended the University of Connecticut. She worked for Chance Vought (a defense plant during World War II), the Southern New England Telephone Company and Bunker Ramo Co. She was an avid volunteer, giving of her time and talents to many non-profit organizations, including Bridgeport Hospital, Bradley Memorial Hospital, Alzheimer's Resource Center, Baldwin Senior Center and the Friendly Visitor Program at the Southington Senior Center. As a woman of faith, Grace was an active member of Sacred Heart Church in Georgetown, Our Lady of Grace in Stratford and St. Dominic's in Southington. Grace is survived by her loving children, Paul, Linda and Gary Iannone, and their respective spouses, Judy Iannone, Judith Clarkson, and Trish Iannone, three grandchildren, Matthew, Paul and Alexander Iannone, two great-grandchildren, Lucy Campion and Nathan Iannone, and many cousins, nephews and nieces. In addition to her beloved husband, Anthony, Grace was also predeceased by four brothers Russell, Nazzareno, Charles and Nazzareno (II) DiFranco, one sister Phyllis Garavel, and one grandson William Campion. The family would also like to acknowledge the love and care provided by her friend Diana Raymond for the past two years. Due to the current health situation, memorial services will be held both privately and at another date. In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor may be made to Bread for Life, P.O. Box 925, Southington, CT 06489 or online at southingtonbreadforlife.org. Arrangements were entrusted to the Galello-Luchansky Funeral Home, 2220 Main Street, Stratford. To celebrate her life, please visit us at www.galellofuneralhome.com
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Laura Rich
November 29, 2023
Grace was my mom's close friend for many years and because her nature that was so full of love and acceptance, she was our friend as well. What a fun woman and full of life.
miss you Grace but we know you are well and safe in the arms of Jesus because you believed He died for us.
Laura and Joe Rich
Kelly
May 14, 2023
I can't believe it been a year since u been gone. Happy heavenly mother's day
Suzanne R Martano
May 31, 2020
When my mom moved to Southington from Bklyn. Grace was one of her first friends. She was truly a blessing. They enjoyed going out together and my mom always said she was so smart and couldn't get over that she had gone to college, for a woman in the 40's to go to college was a big deal and my mom always commented about that. When my mom passed in 2008, I know Grace really missed her she would tell me when we happened to speak. She led a very active and giving life, the world will miss her presence but heaven will be delighted! God rest her soul.
Thank you.
Suzanne Martano (Ines Milano's daughter)
Angela Stokes (Martano)
May 30, 2020
Grace was a dear friend to my grandmother Ines Milano. My family always enjoyed her company and kindness. She will be missed! Sending thoughts to her loving family.
Jim Nawracay
May 29, 2020
My condolences Paul.
Kelly Deblasio
May 25, 2020
To a wonderful lady, First, my condolences goes out to your entire family. My family and I are so grateful to u. Taking my mom to her appointments, any where, sending her cards for whatever occasion. Always listening to Sean when he call, always sending him a birthday card. For being my confirmation sponsor, be able to talk to u, sending cards and much more
I feel so bad I was not around over the past years. I wrote u a long letter, but did not send u it. I kept saying I would visit u , sorry. Thanks for being there for my entire family. U were a special lady. Kelly Nagy Deblasio
Kelly Deblasio
May 25, 2020
To a wonderful lady, First, my condolences goes out to your entire family. My family and I are so grateful to u. Taking my mom to her appointments, any where, sending her cards for whatever occasion. Always listening to Sean when he call, always sending him a birthday card. For being my confirmation sponsor, be able to talk to u, sending cards and much more
I feel so bad I was not around over the past years. I wrote u a long letter, but did not send u it. I kept saying I would visit u , sorry. Thanks for being there for my entire family. U were a special lady. Kelly Nagy Deblasio
Kelly Deblasio
May 25, 2020
To a wonderful lady, First, my condolences goes out to your entire family. My family and I are so grateful to u. Taking my mom to her appointment, any where, sending her cards for whatever occasion. Always listening to Sean when he call, always sending him a birthday card. For being my confirmation sponsor, be able to talk to u, sending cards and much more
I feel so bad I was not around over the past years. I wrote u a long letter, but did not send u it. I kept saying I would visit u , sorry. Thanks for being there for my entire family. U were a special lady. Kelly Nagy Deblasio
Kelly deblasio
May 25, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I am thankful for all of her kindness towards my entire family. Being a great friend when my mom was alive
She took my mom places, always send her cards for any occasion. For always saying the right thing to my brother sean. For being my confirmation sponsor and so much more. Sorry I was not there for u over the past years. I meant to send u this long letter and visit u. Thanks always being there for sean and my entire family. I will always treasure and be grateful for your big heart. The Nagy family
Kelly deblasio
May 25, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I am thankful for all of her kindness towards my entire family. Being a great friend when my mom was alive
She took my mom places, always send her cards for any occasion. For always saying the right thing to my brother sean. For being my confirmation sponsor and so much more. Sorry I was not there for u over the past years. I meant to send u this long letter and visit u. Thanks always being there for sean and my entire family. I will always treasure and be grateful for your big heart. The Nagy family
Beth Paris
May 24, 2020
Grace was an amazing volunteer for the Baldwin C.A.R.E.S. For many years. She assisted with many activities from arts and crafts exercise music and parties. Her kindness and generosity were a blessing to so many including the staff. She also helped recruit other volunteers for the program. As past Facilitator of C.A.RE.S. I can say all her loving energetic doing made a difference to all she encountered! Heartfelt sympathies to her loving family!
Diane, Michael & Michael Stielau
May 24, 2020
Gary, Trish and the entire family: We are so sorry for the loss of Mrs. Iannone. We hope that the wonderful memories you have of her and the caring life she led, will help you get through this difficult time.
Mark Hopkins
May 21, 2020
Dear Paul, Linda , and Gary. Seeing your mothers obituary brought back some fond memories of your parents . Caring and loving people . When we look back on Val Drive, we must realize how lucky we all were . The perfect neighborhood to say the least ...Stay safe . Mark Hopkins
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