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1937
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2020
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Mary Radziszewski Obituary
Mary Nestor Radziszewski, 83, died peacefully on April 8, 2020 at Yale New Haven Hospital due to complications of COVID-19. She was predeceased by the love of her life, Walter S. Radziszewski, Sr. Mary is survived by devoted children Mary-Claire Zoghb (Nicolas), Walter S. Radziszewski, Jr. (Debbie), and Suzanne Redmond; beloved granddaughters Rachel Houston of Charlotte, NC, and Randi Daugustinis, Esq. (Thomas) of Saint Augustine, FL; cherished great-granddaughters Isabella and Charlotte; and numerous accomplished nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and godchildren. Mary is also survived by cousin Florence Szeligowski of Bethany. The only daughter of Jadwiga Adamski and Walter J. Nester, Sr., Mary was born on February 7, 1937, and grew up in New Haven's Cedar Hill neighborhood with three older brothers. Predeceased by John J. Nester (Joan) and Francis J. Nester (Joan), she is survived by Walter J. Nester, Jr. (Patricia) of North Haven. Mary lived her life in service to others. After St. Mary's High School, she graduated from the St. Raphael's School of Nursing in 1957, where she was class president. She worked in the emergency room, where she enjoyed the challenge of dealing with varied crises. While her children were young, she spent days with them on Lake Street beach (the family moved to West Haven in 1964). She went back to work as a school nurse at Notre Dame High School in order to enjoy summers camping with her family. Later, Mary and her extended family spent many weekends at their home on Cape Cod, where she hoped to retire. With her passion for learning, Mary earned a Masters degree from Southern Connecticut State University and began teaching health education at Notre Dame High School. On the school's behalf, she applied for and won grants to teach courses she designed (while sitting in a beach chair at Lake Street): a sex education seminar for seniors and a parenting course. Next, she launched a highly successful career in real estate. She served her clients with love and expertise. After attending daily Mass, she would head out to list and show properties. She won numerous awards and honors for her service to her community, including a 2009 Jimmy Award. With her husband, Mary was a dedicated parishioner of Our Lady of Victory Church, where she served on the Finance Committee, worked at countless annual carnivals, and put her nursing skills to use as a member of the church's Wellness Team. She also served for many years as president of the Seth Haley Scholarship Committee, which awarded grants to seniors graduating from West Haven High School, among others. Mary's family is grateful to the caring staff of Seacrest Retirement Center for filling the past two years with joy and companionship. A funeral Mass and celebration of Mary's life will be held at a date to be determine.
Services and Burial will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the PORTO FUNERAL HOME, 830 Jones Hill Rd., West Haven. Sign Mary's guest book online at
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Linda Feczko
April 9, 2024
Once again, we knew Mary only professionally, when we were trying to sell our house. In fact, she did sell another one that I was in charge of selling for a family member a few years later. She was not just all business, although she was very professional. There was also a personal warmth and charm about her, however, that we immediately responded to. I know how very difficult it is to lose our family members, and how sometimes, even years after their passing, looking at what others have shared and said about them on sites such as this, can keep them alive in our memories and hearts. I again offer condolences to Mary's family on losing such a lovely lady. She isn't forgotten.
Linda Feczko
August 15, 2020
I also was shocked to hear Mary's name on PBS NewsHour and want to extend our condolences to her family. My husband and I first met Mary while she was showing a house to us. Though we didn't buy it, she was so friendly, while also professional, she left an impression and we called her a few years later when we were selling a house. She was a lovely lady -- and I'm not certain which of those two words say the most about her. Though we didn't know her well, we spent a fair amount of time not just discussing houses but also her life and her family -- of whom she seemed most proud. I was so sad to hear the news and hope that good memories of this lovely lady help to sustain all of you at this difficult time.
Virginia Farat Iloff
August 14, 2020
This is a late condolence to Mary's family as Mary's passing had just appeared on the 8/14/20 PBS Newshour during their commemoration of those who passed away from Covid-19 and I was shocked and deeply saddened to see it. Mary was my dearest friend years ago on Grace St. where we often played Squares and Hopscotch on the sidewalk in front of her house. She was a lovely and wonderful friend. My deepest sympathies to her family and all the other friends who have been blessed in knowing her.
Virginia Farat Iloff, Houston, Tx.
April 18, 2020
We are so sorry to hear of your loss of your Mother
Mary was my friend for many years starting from Lake St (Milton Ave) when we were bringing up our children. Mary and I also were friends at Our Lady of Victory and worked together many times. Later on in life we got together at Rita's Prayer Group. I have somany great memories of your Mother. Sincere Sympathy Claire, Walter and Suzanne from Bob and Barbara Moran and the Moran family.
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Joseph Spadaro
April 18, 2020
I remember Mrs. Radziszewski as our School Nurse (and Health teacher) back in the 1980's at Notre Dame High School in West Haven. She was such a nice woman and a great teacher. May she rest in peace.
I am sorry for your loss. I only stumbled upon this obituary today (April 18, 2020), quite by accident. I was saddened / shocked to see her name listed in a news report about corona-virus deaths in Connecticut.
Eternal rest grant unto her, Oh, Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her.
A belated thanks, Mrs. Radziszewski, for all that you did for all of us students at Notre Dame, way back when. Many thanks!
I just looked up her old picture in my old 1983 ND yearbook. I remember her as if it were yesterday. It's been almost 40 years. Hard to believe.
Rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Joseph A. Spadaro /
Notre Dame High School, Class of 1983
Rob D.
April 17, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
Cathy mortimer
April 16, 2020
I once worked with Mary at Wiechert Real Estate agency. She helped sell my mother-in-law house in 2011. Surprising to find her living in the same place as my mother in law and they became fast friends and were often seen chatting together. Since my mother-in-law also passed 4 days later than Mary, I am sure that they are continuing the conversation up in heaven. Gone for now but never forgotten
Marianne Giordano Miller
April 15, 2020
My heart goes out to Mary's family during this very difficult time. May your memories keep you strong. I also remember Mary during my Seth G.Haley School years along with Walter.She wore many different hats during her lifetime and did each one well. God Bless!
Miriam Papadopoulos
April 15, 2020
Mary was a dear and wonderful woman who I had the pleasure of working with. Will surely miss her. Wish my sincere condolences to the family.
Judie Ferraro
April 15, 2020
I havent seen Mary for several years, but i will remember her as a very sweet lady to work with and a highly ethical and professional realtor. I did not realize she had been both a nurse and teacher. What a well accomplished life and a such a loss for so many people whose lives she touched! My sincere condolances to the family,
Judie Ferraro
Calcagni Real Estate
Jim Mandro
April 15, 2020
Mary was a great classy lady
April 14, 2020
My most deepest condolences to the family...
Dave Doram - Century21 AllPoints Realty - CT.
Tom and Lorri Cavaliere
April 14, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Mary passing. We had the pleasure of working with Mary in the Real Estate business for many years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tom and Lorri Cavaliere
Margaret Shea
April 14, 2020
I can still hear her beautiful voice, so kind and encouraging always. I had the pleasure of working with Mary on a couple of sales and there will never be a finer representative of both the real estate profession and humanity. With sincerest sympathy, Margaret Shea ,
April 14, 2020
So sorry to hear that Mary passed. We had worked with her at Weichert. She was a great lady and will be missed by all.
Frank and Carol Gargano
Sarah Harrower
April 14, 2020
My sincere sympathy to Mary's Family ... I had the honor of bring Mary Manager at Weichert Realtors - she was a dedicated professional and always gave her best to her clients. Rest in Peace Mary you are with your Walter now.
Leila Chaucer
April 13, 2020
Mary was such a lovely person...so lived a treasured life touching the lives of so many.
My heart goes out to her family...you will all be blessed by your memories of this wonderful
woman.
Joseph Fasone
April 13, 2020
She was a wonderful agent and such a sweetheart. My condolences :-(
Mark Fagan
April 13, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Mary's passing. I worked with Mary at Weichert Realtors for several years. Mary was always very kind to me. She was quite an accomplished person, I remember her telling me she had previous careers as a nurse an educator. A life well lived! I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Dawn Carlson-Smith
April 13, 2020
Rest in Peace Mary. You were a fine lady. It was a pleasure to know you.
Cathy Vincelette
April 13, 2020
She was a lovely person to co-broke with. Thoughts and prayers
are with you.
April 13, 2020
Sadness, and prayers with the family in this time of great loss. Mary was a fine lady and good neighbor. DaveC
Richard Antonetti
April 13, 2020
So very sorry for the loss of your Mother. I have so many fond memories of Mary from our years of working together at Notre Dame High School. Mary was a remarkable human being. So glad I had the opportunity to know her and call her friend.
Richard Antonetti
AMY BOTTILLO
April 13, 2020
WALTER, AND FAMILY,
SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS PRAYERS SENDING
Patricia Prentice
April 12, 2020
My husband had Mrs Rad as a teacher at Notre Dame. I had the pleasure of knowing her as my realtor selling our house in West Haven. My husband wasn't home during sale/ showing , Mary was so helpful, listened and gave advice to me. Our prayers and thoughts are with her family - Robert and Patricia Prentice
Terry dixon
April 12, 2020
Such a sweet person. So sorry for your loss. In my thoughts and prayers.
Scott Smith
April 12, 2020
Sorry for your loss
April 12, 2020
We are saddened to hear about the loss of your mom. So many great memories from back in the day. She was an amazing woman and we know she will be missed by all.
Our deepest sympathy - Phillip and Lisa Maddern
Lori Perolla
April 12, 2020
Love & prayers to all on the passing of Mary. What an accomplished, giving woman. A heartbreaking loss.
Sheila Danehy
April 12, 2020
Mary was a friend to my family and she will be missed. Thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Sincerely, Sheila Danehy
Mark Altvater
April 12, 2020
So sorry for your loss! She was a great neighbor and took us to school many days as she passed West Haven High on her way to work.
Len Nicoletti
April 12, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She and I were involved in several real estate closings. I always had the greatest respect for her. She was wonderful to work with and highly ethical. I will miss her. May she rest in peace.
Len Nicoletti
Bill Lutz
April 11, 2020
Mary introduced classes at Notre Dame which were significantly ahead of their time. My daughter attended the pre school that was part of a curriculum that she designed. Will miss her.
Jeanne Faughnan
April 11, 2020
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I worked with her for many years on various real estate closings in the West Haven area.
Brother George Schmitz
April 11, 2020
Claire,Walter, and Suzanne,
I am very sorry to learn of your mother's death. Working with her at Notre Dame was a wonderful experience. We will share this obituary with the classes that knew her. May she rest in peace.
Brother George Schmitz
April 11, 2020
Mary and the Nestor family lived on Grace St and I lived on State St and Rock St. A short distance from the Nestor family. Played baseball with and against Walt Nestor.RIP in Mary. Dennis Hennessy
John Gibbons
April 11, 2020
Sorry for your loss.
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