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Donna Chormanski Obituary
Donna Jean Melito Chormanski, age 71, beloved wife of Michael Chormanski of Shelton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bridgeport on May 8, 1948, she was a daughter of Jenny Parrella Faiella of Bridgeport and the late Maurice Melito. Donna graduated from Bunnell High School and went on to become a legal secretary and worked in the legal field for many years before her retirement. She enjoyed cooking especially Italian food for her husband and family. She was a mentor while working in the Shelton School System. Donna was a loving wife and mother and adored her grandchildren, she was a kind and sweet person who always made everyone feel welcome and loved by everyone. In addition to her mother and loving husband Michael of 52 years, survivors include her beloved children, Jason Chormanski of FL and Nicole Lyson of AZ, three brothers, Anthony Melito (Jeannie) of FL, Gary Melito (Joanne) of NY, Robert Bonanzio (Laurie) of Seymour, a sister, Susan Melito (Mike Litwin) of Stratford and two cherished grandchildren, Cooper Lyson and Victoria Chormanski as well as several cousins, nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to meet directly in St. Margaret Mary Church, 50 Donovan Lane, Shelton on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be private. Arrangements in care of The Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, Trumbull. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Ronald McDonald House of Connecticut and Western Mass at https://rmhc-ctma.org/. To leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.
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Catherine Topolski
April 22, 2020
Donna and I were friends since high school and shared many memories. I went to many functions with her family and she with mine. One of my memories was the two of us watching "The Adams Family" at her
house on Friday nights and I was petrified of Anthony(Butchie",) Donna was always a superfriend and helped
me many times and I helped her. We had a special bond which I hoped would get closer before she
died but it didn't. She was always there for me and wish I had been there for her but this was not
possible. Donna, Mike and I had been friends for many years and I don't know how to console him.
I know he has many memories and I hope they will sustain him and the family.
Patty, Eleanor, Lorraine Faiella
January 26, 2020
Jenny, our prayers are with you at this sad time. Rely on Our Saviour Jesus Christ for comfort. We will keep Donna in our prayers. Love, cousins Eleanor Lorraine and Patty Faiella.
VIRGINIA ALTIERI
January 23, 2020
As we come closer to the finish line in our life we reflect on the people who have made a difference. This was Donna. She unselfishly did the right thing. It was not always an easy road yet she did it with class and always a smile. Our family will miss our time together, especially Christmas.
In my Fathers house there are many mansions. Donna I hope yours is next to mine. With Love and Sadness. Cousin Gina, Michael Jaime and Ryan
Winnie Beitzel
January 23, 2020
Mike, Jason & Nicole - It has been many, many years since I saw Donna. My sister Trina would give me updates through the years. When I saw her picture and her smile it brought me back to such good memories of Fairview Avenue. She was a beautiful person and I'm truly sorry for your loss. Keep her in that special part of your heart and you will always smile. Sleep peacefully Donna. Winnie (Tacko) Beitzel
Rosemary & Mike Fattibene
January 22, 2020
Tony, Jeannie and family,
How very sad losing a wonderful sister. May the memories you have of her put a smile on your face and remember all the good times you had together. With our sincerest sympathy, Mike & Rosemary Fattibene
January 22, 2020
My condolences to Donna's family. I worked at Jenkins Bros. in Bridgeport with Donna in the 1960s. Donna was always happy and friendly with everyone she met.
Barbara (Nowicki) Pandaru
Louis Martone
January 21, 2020
So sad. Condolences to the entire family.
January 21, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Barbara Rusin
January 21, 2020
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Her smile and laugh was truly contagious and unforgettable.
What we have once enjoyed we can never lose; all that we love deeply becomes a part of us. ~HK
Simone
January 21, 2020
What is lovely never dies, But passes into other loveliness. Thomas Bailey Aldrich
Susan Perellie
January 21, 2020
I didn't know my cousin Jennie's children until Richie and I moved into our apartment in Truman Park and found out she lived down the hall from us.
One by one we met and instantly connected and became family.Donna and Susan would always stop in to say Hello.Richie adored and loved them both and labled them sisters.
Donna was a very beautiful human being. She always had a smile on her face and made you feel the love she radiated. She adored Jason and Nicole and loved her grandchildren Victoria and Cooper. She was so very proud of them all.
I will miss the pleasure of her company.Mike lost a wonderful woman. My heart breaks for his loss.
Donna I loved you in life and I will remember you, and keep your love in my heart. May you forever rest in eternal peace. I pray Richie welcomed his "sister" with open arms.
God bless the family.
Donna Zingo
January 20, 2020
I remember her warm smile....though I haven't seen her in years I still remember her warmth. Sorry that she is gone but happy that she's now at peace.
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