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Claire Torre Obituary
Claire T. Torre, age 81, of Shelton, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 3, 2012 in her home with her family by her side. She was the devoted wife of the late Frank J. Torre. Claire was born on December 11, 1930 in Bronx, NY daughter of the late John Stevens and the late Bertha Aronson. She was a receptionist for Chesebrough Ponds for many years before her retirement. She was the loving mother of three sons; Frank Torre and his wife Kristi, Anthony Torre, Christopher Torre and his wife Diane and one daughter; Marian Moore. Claire also leaves nine cherished grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Wednesday evening from 4 - 7 pm at the Edward F. Adzima Funeral Home, 253 Elizabeth St., Derby, CT. On Thursday, her funeral will leave the funeral home at 8:30 am for a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Church, Shelton at 9 am. Burial will follow in Woodland Cemetery, Stamford. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405. To leave online condolences, please go to www.adzimafh.com .
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Memories and Condolences
for Claire Torre
December 8, 2012
Dear Torre family,please except my deepest sympathy,I remember how sweet your mom was..all the times when her and Loretta lived side by side..may she rest in peace.
Diana and Tony Solinas..(Bardelli)
Willie & Marie Moore
December 8, 2012
To the Torre family, Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Love, Willie & Marie Moore & family
Loretta Moore
December 8, 2012
My condolences to the Torre,family, friends and extended family. I will miss Claire dearly, I will miss our nightly phone calls to say good night. Also I will miss our good laughs, cries and secrets.
With Love, Loretta Moore
Marisa Keating
December 4, 2012
Mommy Mare, Justin, Jessie, Jonny, and Jenna:
I am so broken hearted to hear of the passing of Nana. I pray for all of you to have peace and find happiness in her memory. Nana and Pops are together again.
I love you all.
Marisa
Sally Hotaling
December 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you.How lucky you all were to have such a loving and caring mother.
Pamela Bardelli-Hernandez
December 4, 2012
Torre Family, please accept my condolences for your wonderful Mom Claire. She was a good person and a great mom and I know she loved you all very much. Love Pammy Bardelli Hernandez
Darlene (Ms Coop) and Jeremie Cooper
December 4, 2012
Marian,Justin,Uncle Frank, Uncle Ant,Uncle Chris (TO THE ENTIRE TORRE AND MOORE FAMILY)
We would like to take this time to send our sincere condolences to you during your time of sorrow. Please find joy in knowing that GOD doesn't make any mistakes and may He bless you AND continue to bless and keep you in His care.
Much Love Today and Always
Jillian Carroll
December 4, 2012
Marian,Justin,Jessica,Jon and Jenna. What lovely words to honor Nana. I am grateful to have known such a beautiful woman and to see the love that you all shared with her through many generations is something very special. You all are in my thoughts and prayers and I'm here for any support you need. Love you all.
xo Jillian and The Carroll Family
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