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Cynthia Larese Obituary
Cindy is survived by her beloved husband, Peter D. Larese; her mother, Janice (Gleason) Sparico; her daughter, Laura Rowe and her husband, Gary; her sister, Tama Cobb; her step-children, Peter Larese and his wife, Amber, Todd Larese and Taylor Larese; her grandchildren, Layla and Arley Rowe, and Samantha, Austin and Evan Larese. She was predeceased by her son, Kenneth Pendleton; and her father, Louis Sparico.
Her family will receive relatives and friends in The Wallingford Funeral Home on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Monday at 10 a.m. Interment will be in St. John Cemetery in Wallingford. In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory may be made out to "18 Kisses for Ken," c/o The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., Wallingford, CT 06492. It is a team that raises money for the National Brain Tumor Society. Please see online memorial at www.wallingfordfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Cynthia Larese
May 16, 2017
Dear Pete and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Cindy's passing. She was a beautiful lady with a radiant smile we will never forget. She had a personality to match that beauty. May you find peace in knowing that you will be with her again in Paradise. God bless you!
Love, Janice and Keith Bilodeau
Old Lyme , Ct.
May 15, 2017
It has been an honor to have known such a humble, loving friend who I considered one of my bestie's of all times. We stayed in touch over the years however, never enough when your apart. She will be remembered as so kind, loving, gentle and considerate. May God Bless you Cindy, Pete, Laura, Tam, Mrs. Sparico as well as her family. Forever loved and remembered fondly.
Patti Desroches
May 15, 2017
Pete, Gary and I are sorry to hear about Cindy's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. If you need anything don't hesitate to call us. Patti Desroches and Gary Morton.
May 14, 2017
Pete, Jan, Tammy, Laura and family, Cindy was a very special person to anyone that had the blessing of knowing her! So sorry to all of you at this sad time. From one of the Johnson Rd kids,
Bonnie Perry Carver
Denise Drozd
May 14, 2017
Pete, Jan, and Tama... I was saddened to hear of Cindy's passing. She was a beautiful woman with a heart of gold and a smile that "just went on forever"...please accept my condolences as you cope with the loss of your beloved Cindy. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Linda Nuzzo
May 14, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. May she Rest In Peace. A fellow member of mts class of 76
May 14, 2017
Pete, We are so sorry for your loss. We send our sincere condolences.
Rick & Mary Norcross
May 14, 2017
Dear Mrs. Sparico, I have such fond memories of growing up with Cindy on Johnson Road. She was so kind when my mom and dad passed away. On behalf of the Rigby family, we send our sincere condolences. Sheila Rigby Becker
Linda Power
May 13, 2017
I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one.Cindy was a great person.I have a lot of memories that I will never forget. Pete this goes for your family too so sorry.
Catherine Hesseltine
May 13, 2017
Cindy was amazing. She was an angel on earth. I can't express how sorry I am about the loss of this awesome woman. I am broken hearted for her family. She was a priceless part of our lives. She will be greatly missed.
May 13, 2017
We are so sorry and will be praying for Cindy's family. Dave and Pat MAclary
Leon & Susan Mismas
May 13, 2017
Dear Peter and family: We are sorry to hear of Cindy's passing. May the beautiful memories that you have shared with Cindy be forever etched in your hearts. RIP Cindy
Mike Barnett
May 13, 2017
My condolences to the Sparico at this most difficult time. Cindy lived across the street from us. She was a wonderful person. God bless her.
Dick and Karen Larese
May 13, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please keep in touch.
May 13, 2017
My heart goes out to all whom knew and loved Cindy.Beautiful lady inside and out.love to all. Sylvia and Bob Onthank
Bill W
May 12, 2017
My condolences to the Larese and Sparico families. A bright light has been extinguished. I knew Cyndy from school, and Pete and Lou from WFD...
Loie Galko-StJohn
May 12, 2017
So very sorry for your loss Pete and family..with deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Loie Galko St.John, Larry and Dave St.John
Jim and Rebecca Strempfer
May 12, 2017
Our sincere condolences to Pete and family. Our hearts ache at the loss of Cindy. She was a true angel on earth, and has returned to be an angel in Heaven. Prayers of Healing to all of the family at this difficult time.
Richard Tucker
May 12, 2017
It is with great sadness that we are losing such a warm, kind and positive young woman. Cindy was a student of mine at Sheehan HS and I was fortunate to have such a "good" person. Bless her family in this difficult time.
Bruce Marshall
May 12, 2017
I am very sorry to learn of Cindy's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. From a fellow MTS '76 classmate.
Bruce Marshall
May 12, 2017
I am very sorry to learn of Cindy's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. From a fellow MTS '76 classmate.
Bruce Pendleton
May 12, 2017
With deepest sympathy to all of Cindy's family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Terri DeLuca
May 12, 2017
With deepest sympathy and prayers for the family...A MTS 76 Classmate,Terri (Jones)DeLuca
Maria LaTerza
May 12, 2017
Dear Mrs Sparico, Pete & Tama I'm so sorry to hear of Cindys death. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Cindy made my high school years so much better. MTS 76
Vincent Bilello
May 12, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss. God bless your entire family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Martin Rigoulot
May 12, 2017
Pete and family so sorry to hear the news our prayers are with you all in this time of need
Bill & Marion Maloney
May 12, 2017
Peter, Laura, Jan & Tama ....Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God give you the peace that you seek.
Kathy Davis-Schnepf, MTS Class of 76
May 12, 2017
So sorry to hear this news of Cyndi's passing. May you find comfort in knowing others think so fondly of her and share in your grief ...
Giuseppe, Laura, Matteo & Luca Malangone
May 12, 2017
We are lucky to have known Cindy. She cared for our son as if he were her own. She made us feel apart of her family. She was an angel on this earth and now an angel looking over her family. Kenny must have welcomed her with open arms. Sending love and prayers.
Carmen Riopel
May 12, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Christine (Mettler) Harkey
May 11, 2017
Pete, Laura, Jan, and Tama, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know Cindy is at peace now and smiling as she is hugging Kenny! Cindy will always hold a special place in my heart. May your memories forever be kept in your heart and shared with others so that her memory may be kept alive. I hope that in time, your memories will bring you healing and comfort.
With much love,
May 11, 2017
Dear Pete and Laura and family...you have my sincere condolenses. Cyndi was a wonderful person and made everyone smile and feel right at home. God needed his angel back in heaven. God Bless, Karen and Dave Brown
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