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Elizabeth Simonetti Obituary
Elizabeth "Betty" Simonetti, age 94, of Shelton, entered into eternal rest on Monday, February 10, 2025 in her home with her loving family by her side. She was the devoted wife of the late Gaeton "Tom" Simonetti.
She was born in Shelton on July 15, 1930, daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Anaclerio) Pagliaro, Sr., raised her family in Shelton, then moved to Woodbridge and Ansonia before returning back to Shelton.
Betty, along with her husband, operated several nursing homes in the area; Long Hill Nursing Home in Shelton, Marshall Lane Manor in Derby, and Clintonville Manor in North Haven. Her superb organizational skills, along with being a stellar bookkeeper, made her a trailblazer in business.
Betty was a very devout catholic and attended daily Mass. She loved to travel the world with her husband. She was a devoted wife and mother who especially loved her grandchildren.
She is the beloved mother of Anthony (Janice) Simonetti, Deborah Simonetti, Daniel Simonetti, Joan Simonetti, and Melissa Simonetti. She also leaves three cherished grandchildren, Thomas Simonetti, Nicholas (Ashlie) Simonetti, and Natalie Subbloie, two great-grandchildren, Luca and Anthony Simonetti, two sisters, Esther (Carl) Sylvester and Rosemarie (Ed) Sheehy, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by an infant son, Thomas, and her two brothers, Frank Pagliaro, Jr. and Joseph Pagliaro, Sr.
Friends may greet her family on Friday, February 14, 2025 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Rd., Shelton. Her procession will leave the funeral home on Saturday at 9:15 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, Shelton. Burial will follow in Mt. St. Peter Cemetery. Online condolences may be left at www.riverviewfh.com
Memorial contributions may be made to the Gaeton and Elizabeth Simonetti Family Fund at the Valley Community Foundation, 253-A Elizabeth Street Derby CT 06418 or on-line at Gaeton and Elizabeth Simonetti Family Fund
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Gary Staniewicz
February 16, 2025
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mother to Tony and family
John & Ann Pagliaro
February 15, 2025
Anthony, Deborah, Danny, Joan and Missy,
Aunt Betty will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Your mother´s strength and resilience gave her 94 fulfilling years. Longer than any Pagliaro descendant. Your memories of her will bring you comfort in the years ahead. Our deepest condolences for your loss.
Cousins John & Ann Pagliaro
Dunedin, Florida
Robert Bienkowski
February 15, 2025
Anthony, Debbie and family- Thinking of you during this time of transition. Sincerely, Bob
Paula Gantomasso- Tyszka
February 14, 2025
Sending our deepest, heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your dear mother, Anthony and Janice! May her memories bring you comfort... Our hearts go out to you and your families! Love, Paula and Frank Tyszka
Barbara Beckerman
February 13, 2025
To the Simonetti family,
My sincere condolences.
Barbara Beckerman
Robert Silvestri
February 13, 2025
My deepest sympathies to the Simonetti family. God bless.
Jim Uberti
February 11, 2025
I am currently in Florida so I won't be able to pay my respects in person. Betty and I knew each other from childhood. In fact, she and her family were what we know as "shirt-tail relatives". She and Tom made a great team. I always found her to be a warm and friendly person. I know her family will greatly miss her. RIP Betty.
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