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Abriola Parkview Funeral Home

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Trumbull, Connecticut

Elaine DeBernardo Obituary

Elaine DeBernardo
Elaine Traversa DeBernardo, age 76, of Trumbull, beloved wife of Robert DeBernardo M.D., died on Monday, July 10, 2017 at St. Vincent Medical Center surrounded by her family. Born in Jersey City, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Rino and Louise Zucca Traversa, and was a graduate of the School of Nursing at Jersey City Medical Center. Elaine was an avid tennis player and enjoyed her morning exercise classes at the Trumbull YMCA. She enjoyed gourmet cooking and attending the Theatre and previously taught cooking classes for Trumbull Adult Education and enjoyed socializing with friends. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother who will be truly missed by all. In addition to her devoted husband Robert, of 53 years, survivors include a son, Dr. Robert DeBernardo Jr. and his wife Angie of Chagrin Falls, OH and a daughter, Caren Renee DeBernardo, PhD of Maryland, a sister-in-law, Judy Gruchawka and her husband Steven of Griswold, CT, five grandchildren, and two nieces, Delanie Wright and Kim Mason. Funeral services will take place on Friday, July 14, 2017 at 12 noon in Christ the King Church, 4700 Madison Avenue, Trumbull for a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends may greet the family on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. in Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Road, Trumbull. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Swim Across the Sound c/o St. Vincent's Medical Center, 2800 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606 or the Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA, 20 Trefoil Drive, Trumbull, CT 06611. To leave an online condolence, visit us at www.abriola.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Jul. 12, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Elaine DeBernardo

15 Entries

Carol Jensen

July 12, 2017

Elaine was the father of my son-in-law, Rob, which makes her family to me. I have lots of memories of Elaine, but my last memory of her was as she stood by the window of the car as we were leaving her driveway on our way to Ireland by ship, and when I asked her what she wanted me to bring back to her from Ireland, she said, "You know what. Don't bring us anything. We don't need anything. What matters is your friendship." That tells you a lot about Elaine.

Connie Kloz

July 13, 2017

Elaine was one of the most memorable people I met at TCT. She loved sharing her opinion of best places to go or best new place to eat. One day she showed up at a card game with a bunch of goodies. She was told she didn't have to bring anything. She explained, "I know, I'm Italian, that's what we do". I never forgot that, being Italian too :) !! She definitely had a love of life, and I hope she has the time of her life enjoying life everlasting. My sincere condolences to her husband and children. It seems too soon to have lost Elaine here on Earth.

Elizabeth Midkiff

July 13, 2017

I will always remember Elaine being so welcoming and friendly when I first came to Marco. She was a joy, fun and a beautiful spirit. She will be missed. Prayers & thoughts to her family.

George, Jean, Brenda and David Steinfeld

July 13, 2017

Our condolences to the Debernardo family. We all loved Elaine. Nobody sparkled quite like her. Warm, witty and so fun loving. She will be remembered with love and thoughts are with her and the Debarnardo family.

Guillaine Dale-Farrell

July 13, 2017

I was very fortunate to get to know Elaine, albeit for a short time. She was a wonderful human being, kind, generous to a fault, always taking care of others, which was a gift since she used to be a nurse. She also had a wicked sense of humor. I will miss her very much and forever will hold a special place in my heart. My deepest condolences to Bob and her family.

July 12, 2017

We will all miss Elaine. She was a great friend on and off the tennis court. Always kind and generous and always lots of fun!
Nancy Sroka
Marco Island

July 12, 2017

Elaine was a good and fun tennis player! She will be missed! My condolences to the Family!
Bunny Fisher, Marco Island, FL

MaryAnn DeFusco

July 12, 2017

Elaine was such a wonderful person to know her was to love her she will always be missed by everyone who knew her. Love and prayers to Bob and family.

Masha Watson

July 12, 2017

Dear, departed, bubbly Elaine. We tennis lady friends so enjoyed your fun presence on the court and off. Your enthusiasm for life and people affected everyone. You made us laugh, smile and care for each other. Rest in Peace. Love you, Masha

Cally McKee

July 12, 2017

Elaine will also be missed by all the tennis players at the Marco Island YMCA. She was so much fun to play with and will be really missed

Amy Arnone

July 12, 2017

Elaine will be missed by all the staff of the Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA. She was a constant fixture who made us all smile.

Pat McNally

July 12, 2017

Elaine was a good tennis partner, a good friend, and an enthusiastic human being. She will always be remembered by those of us who loved her.

Cathy Jackson

July 12, 2017

My dear tennis buddy Elaine I will miss you! I loved being partnered with Elaine we always had so much fun together. Elaine made me laugh but most importantly Elaine always had time to ask about me and my family. I adored her and will miss her very much.

Bonnie Brown

July 11, 2017

we had many laughs on and off the tennis courts. she will be missed.

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